Pitch Services
UNSCRIPTED
My first entertainment job was as a development assistant at a reality TV production company. One of my responsibilities was to sift through our “unsolicited pitches” email account (essentially a virtual “slush pile”). I read a lot of things like, “There should be a reality show about carnivals.” I’d think, “Oh, fun idea,” but then click it closed and completely forget about it because, well, that’s all it was.
Don’t get me wrong – ideas are great. I have them all the time. They get us excited, they get us going…but they aren’t pitches.
I’m not a poetry person but I’ve always loved William Carlos Williams’ line, “No ideas but in things”; it reminds me that concepts are born from details, not the other way around. An idea isn’t a pitch until it’s grounded in concrete, specific elements like characters, storyline(s), format, a compelling angle/point of view, and a cool world that viewers wouldn’t typically know about or have access to.
My Services
If you’re putting together a pitch for an unscripted project, I can help you:
- Develop a clear format/structure
- Identify key characters
- Articulate your unique selling point(s)
- Write scripts or VO for sizzle reels
- Write a treatment or pitch deck
- Prepare a pitch presentation
- Anticipate buyers’ FAQs
“Jamie is a truly skilled unscripted creative. She has a gift for shaping high-level concepts into clear, story-driven formats that feel fresh and grounded. Her ability to distill the essence of a world and highlight what makes it special is matched by her sharp writing, deep market knowledge, and strong eye for talent.”
Emily Berens
Director of TV & Podcast Development
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I’ll help define your needs, explain my process, and provide information about pricing.