Developing an Original Animated Series from Idea to Pitch
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Developing an Original Animated Series from Idea to Pitch
Details
APPLICATION GROUP 3
Applications Open:
8/8/24
THIS CIRCLE IS PERFECT FOR
- Animation professionals who have experience working on the artistic or production side
- Those who have an original idea in mind or already coming together who have experienced pitching or are new to the game
- Those ready to share, give and receive feedback
- Those with curiosity about the process and current content landscape
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Overview of the current content landscape
- Examples of different kinds of pitch presentations and materials
- Opportunity to share original pitches and to give and receive feedback
- Experienced creators and executives sharing insights
- Opportunities to ask questions
WHAT NOT TO EXPECT
- A greenlight on your pitch
- Contact info for executives or producers
- Technical feedback on visual development or scripts
Qualification Criteria
Early Career (3-5 yrs of experience)
Mid Level (6-10 yrs of experience)
Upper Level (10+ yrs of experience)
Day / Time
Times Per Month:Â TwiceÂ
Day / Time:Â Monday at 7:00 pm
Timezone: PDT
* You must meet the qualification criteria AND be able to attend the posted day/time of the circle (please note the timezone posted)
CIRCLE DESCRIPTION
Whether you have an original idea in mind or hope to pitch something original in the future, we will demystify the pitching and development process. We will break down the elements of a successful pitch, explore the current content landscape and the process and etiquette around pitch meetings, and have the opportunity to share pitches and give and receive peer feedback on pitches in development. Special guest speakers, both creators and executives, will help to break down the process and provide valuable insights.
Please note that while I will be discussing your pitches over the course of this circle, I will not be representing your pitch in front of any studio, representative, or production company. Many factors determine whether or not any pitch will ultimately be purchased or produced. While you will gain valuable knowledge, insight, and skills in this group, participation in this circle does not guarantee any particular outcome for your pitch.
ADDITIONAL Application Requirements
Please submit the following as part of your Application Profile
*(AFTER you click to apply, you must go into your member profile and complete the member-specific portion; these requirements should be submitted through that profile):Â
- Cover letter and/or personal statement explaining why this circle is right for you
Circle Leader
Nicole Rivera
Nicole Rivera is Vice President of Development for Kickstart Entertainment, where she works to identify and shepherd new animated and live action projects for all audiences. Prior to joining the Kickstart team, she was Vice President of Development for Cartoon Network Studios, where she developed series including The Invincible Fight Girl and Jessica’s Big Little World. Other previous experience includes roles as a Director of Development and Current Series at Universal Kids & Family Productions and DreamWorks Animation TV. She also worked for Cartoon Network from 2008-2015, first as part of the Content Acquisitions Team and then as Manager of Current Series, where she worked on series including Steven Universe, Clarence and the reimagined The Powerpuff Girls.
Before her work in animation, Rivera worked in production and development at Focus Features and served as the assistant to one of the producers on the 20th Century Fox Film, The Devil Wears Prada.
Rivera holds a BA in Dramatic Writing from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two young sons.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Current Title: VP, Development
Studio / Employer:Â Kickstart Entertainment
