The Fourth Annual P21Fest October 1st-4th, 2009

Friday, October 2, 2009

2:15 pm - 4:15 pm - WORKSHOP: Pitch Yourself! with Stephanie Yuhas (individual ticket)  (discount passes) $10/FREE with VIP Pass Upstairs @ International House Philadelphia 3701 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA (map) So you have the greatest project in the world that is going to be the biggest Hollywood Blockbuster.... Now what? Learn the dos and don't of pitching new projects to producers in film, animation, and television. This is a workshop that requires actual work for some of you. Some attendees must have a 5-minute pitch prepared of a potential project they are pitching around. Get truthful, unbiased, and constructive criticism about your work and pitching technique - not just a pat on the head from your friends and family. The number is "Pitchers" is limited to 10 people, so please pre-register and e-mail stephanie (at) projecttwenty1.com to reserve your spot number. All others are welcomed to attend to watch the pitches, give feedback, and learn a thing or two! Attendees can also use this workshop as a prep for the "Speed Networking", to follow immediately after workshop. (more info)  And if you're around on Saturday & Sunday, stop by the Reading Room for a free analysis of your script, stageplay, treatment, or outline! Stephanie Yuhas is an award-winning writer and producer. Her films and animations have been featured on the front page of YouTube, MySpace, Channel Frederator, and Crackle, as well as broadcast to millions of subscribers on the Nicktoons Network, and screened at dozens of festivals all over the world. Her pitch "Jersey Fresh: Tales Wiccan Chicken" won the 2006 Ottawa International Animation Festival's Television Animation Conference "Pitch THIS!" competition, which allowed her to pitch her project to over 300 producers, distributors, buyers, and industry professionals. Yuhas has assisted in development and marketing for multiple feature films that have received financing and distribution. She's also one of the people that runs Project Twenty1, so be nice. :) Presented by Shinygrape Studios NOTE: This is workshop is limited to 60 people. Purchase individual tickets in advance.