BONUS EP!

In its inaugural year, Anthology IO Short Film Festival is not holding back any punches. With its premiere event in Los Angeles on March 28th, 2026. 

THE TV WRITERS’ HUSTLE: ROOMS, PITCHES & STAFFING

Breaking into television isn’t just about writing a great script — it’s about understanding the hustle behind the scenes. In this candid panel, working TV/Film writers (Hilliard Guess, Tash Gray, Saeed Crumpler and Chris Derrick) pull back the curtain on how the business really works: from developing and pitching shows, to navigating the writers’ room and landing that coveted staff job.

Expect real talk, practical advice, and insider gems on how today’s writers break in, level up, and survive the ever-changing world of television. Whether you’re an emerging writer or a veteran on the grind, this conversation will give you the game you need to move your career forward!

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DETAILS:

• Date: Saturday, MARCH 28th, 2026
• Venue: Solotech Studios @ The Eastman Kodak Building in Hollywood
• Address: 6700 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90038

Limited Parking Accessible at: 1017 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038