The Pitch Tank with Anna Henry (Producer, VIDA, 13 REASONS WHY)
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Anna Henry is an independent producer who was most recently head of development at a literary management company. She was previously a development executive working at CBS, ABC, Nickelodeon, as well as multiple production companies. Her clients have worked on shows such as VIDA, 13 REASONS WHY, THE DEUCE, HUNG, CHICAGO FIRE, and THE FLASH, and have set up projects at Netflix, AMC, Amazon, Starz, HBO, Sony, EOne, Corus, and others. Anna has projects currently in development around the world. She is developing historical fiction, procedurals, crime thrillers, dark comedies, character-driven fantasy, and biographical series. She is a member of HRTS Associates. Full Bio »
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We're back in the Writers' Room for The Pitch Tank with Anna Henry (Producer, VIDA, 13 REASONS WHY). Writers will have a precisely timed 5-minute window to present their pitches, while our seasoned experts meticulously dissect each presentation, providing constructive feedback. Step into a welcoming and supportive space where everyone is invited to participate and grow together. Elevate your pitching skills in an atmosphere dedicated to fostering growth and creativity!
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