Question 1

Can anyone pitch a TV show idea?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

In theory, yes, anyone can pitch a TV show idea. However, it all comes down to pitching it to the right person, and that can be an incredibly difficult task to accomplish. TV shows are generally expensive to produce, which means that those in charge of greenlighting a show are incredibly selective about which ones they make. Along with that facet of the business, it can be remarkably challenging to even get into an executive’s office to pitch that idea. So while possible, pitching a TV show is no small feat.

Question 2

Is it hard to pitch a TV show?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

In a word, yes. There is nothing easy about pitching a TV show. It is a monumental challenge to come up with an idea that’s good enough to pitch, learn the particular skillsets to successfully pitch that idea, get access to the individuals with the power to greenlight a show, and convince them to make your show instead of the thousands of other ideas they are pitched each year.

Question 3

How do you sell an idea for a TV show?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

You might have a truly fantastic idea for a TV show. But it will still be a hugely challenging undertaking to sell it. Writers and producers may aspire to sell a TV idea for years before even getting the chance to pitch it in an executive’s office. With that in mind, the best way to position yourself to sell a TV show is to write a compelling show idea and network with other industry professionals until the right person is interested in possibly buying that idea.

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