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Annie Winerip is a Development Executive who most recently spent 5 years at Nicole Kidman’s Blossom Films, from the inception of their Amazon first-look deal. She helped shepherd and develop projects such as HBO Max’s LOVE AND DEATH/THE UNDOING, Apple’s ROAR, Hulu’s NINE PERFECT STRANGERS, and Lulu Wang’s EXPATS at Amazon. Annie also has on-set TV experience on BIG LITTLE LIES, LOVE AND DEATH, and EXPATS. Annie also has experience in the full book-to-film process: scouting and optioning material, working with authors, and helping screenwriters through adaptation development. Annie loves breaking down structure, talking character, developing shootable projects, imbuing intention in every scene and helping collaborators find their own stories. If those stories include specificity, interesting relationships, tension, heart, and universal themes, she’s doubly happy. Full Bio »
Writers will have a precisely timed 5-minute window to present their pitches, while Annie and our pitch experts review each presentation, providing constructive feedback in order to produce the best version of the pitch. 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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During the December Pitch Tank, Director of Script Services Jason Mirch welcomes Literary Manager Jon Hersh of Housefire Management, a company that represents writers and directors in film, television, and digital content. They specialize in deep development, strong client relationships, and incendiary material that stands out like a house on fire. Jon's client list includes writers and filmmakers for film and TV including emerging writers with projects at Universal, Paramount, Lionsgate, Atlas Entertainment, and Gidden Media! Prior to forming Housefire, Jon was at CAA and Broad Green Pictures. He is a graduate of USC's School of Cinematic Arts. Jon and Jason listen to pitches from 4 members and offer their thoughts and feedback!
We're back in the Writers' Room for The Pitch Tank with Jason Lubin (Producer). Writers will have a precisely timed 5-minute window to present their TV 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!
We're back in the Writers' Room for The Pitch Tank with Brad Luff (projects with Paramount+, WB, Sony, and more). 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!
Welcome back to the Writers' Room Pitch Tank, hosted by Stage 32 Director of Development Geoffroy Faugérolas, with pitch panelist and Pitch Practice co-host John Mezes. We welcomed our special guest, Joe Smith, a development executive at ECLECTIC PICTURES. Joe's film credits include HITMAN'S WIFE'S BODYGUARD and OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN, which grossed over $240 million! With over a decade of experience collaborating with top-tier talent, including MARK WAHLBERG, MICHAEL BAY, and MRBEAST, alongside major brands such as NIKE, NFL, MLB, PGA, HASBRO, CAESAR'S ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, and co-producing the upcoming action epic RED SONJA (Fall 2025), Joe brought extensive production expertise to our LIVE 5-minute pitch volunteers, and offered constructive notes in a supportive environment meant to promote growth and professional integrity! This is an opportunity for members to hone their pitching skills, found only at Stage 32!
In this Pitch Tank we welcome screenwriter Sam Alper from FX's "Better Things" and the new AMC series, "Kevin Can F*** Himself" to critique television pitches from Writers' Room members. Sam gives excellent insights from the perspective of a working screenwriter who has worked in professional writing rooms with some of the industry's leading show runners and writers.
We're back in the Writers' Room for The Pitch Tank with Patrick Melton & Marcus Dunstan. 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!