pitch fests

creativexec said:

I believe you've answered your own question.

If you think you're going to sell your pitch at a pitchfest, you're wasting your money.

First of all, your pitch/story isn't good enough to sell. Secondly, there won't be anyone listening to pitches important enough there to buy anything.

The best thing you can hope for is that someone will offer to read your script and you win a fan in the industry as a result. At the least, it's a learning experience tantamount to taking an extension class at your local college.

If you're not strapped for cash, it could be fun and educational. But don't expect anything more.

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ErikHarshman said:

So... I am thinking of attending the Great American Pitchfest (GAPF) this year in Burbank.

Any thoughts?

Is it a scam?

Will anything productive come out of it?

I've heard, if nothing else, I'll get to hone and refine my skills in pitching. I've also heard that no significant sales come out of pitchfests.

Anyhow, GAPF looks good, but also a bit rinky-dink (their website, testimonials, etc.).

Fade In's Hollywood Pitch Festival looks even better and a bit more professional, well-attended and more productive (they have actual sales to major studios listed).

Thoughts...???

Experiences????

Testimonials to share...???

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