The Royal Television Society have launched RTS Futures, a programme of events and online forums which aim to nurture up and coming television production talent. So far the events have been London based, but Birmingham will be kicking off the regional activity with an event around pitching, held at The Electric Cinema 23 April at 18:30. Heres the blurb:
Ever wondered how programmes get commissioned?
How hard can it be to pitch your idea to a panel of experts in TV?
How To Pitch will discuss the most toe-curling pitches – from freezing up, to ideas that are just plain ridiculous, and hear the experiences of our panel on the pitfalls of pitching programme ideas. This session will demystify the process of how a programme idea ends up on our screens and provide you with a comprehensive guide of what’s hot and what’s not in TV today. Plus top tips on how to give a successful pitch under pressure.
Chair:
Johannah Dyer: Chief Executive, Hotbed Media
The Panel:
Aysha Rafaele: Deputy Commissioning Editor Documentaries, Channel 4
Jonnie Turpie: Digital Media Director, Maverick Television
Catherine Elliott-Kemp: Creative Director, Isis Media
Interested? Tickets cost £5 and to book you need to sign up for RTS Futures at the website.