Hey Tongalers! You’ve asked for more feedback on your Pitches, so we compiled tips and samples for you below!
General Tips:
- "Quality over Quantity" -- Fewer links and shorter Videos that are high quality and specific to the Project are better than several links and longer Videos.
- Make a Pitch Video -- Incorporate examples of your work and include reference pieces that are relevant to help the Sponsor visualize the tone and look of your final Video.
- It's OK to Name Drop -- If your work has been on a major network, highlight this in an obvious place. It shows you've got the chops!
- Make your Treatments Legible -- A variety of colors, fonts, logos and images can be overwhelming. Pick one font and style so it's easy to read.
What to Submit:
Based on the Medium or Style of the Project
Animation
- Make a rendering for that Project. Even a character waving their hands for a few seconds shows you're capable of this particular skill.
- Include previous work that’s the same animation style as the Project.
- Illustrations alone only prove you’re a good artist, not an animator.
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Comedy
- Samples with fantastic comic timing and humor are very important.
- Submitting a well-thought-out, funny script gives you an edge.
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Documentary
- Focus on the style and angles of your shots to show the Sponsor your attention to detail.
- Showcase previous documentary work that is engaging and/or heartwarming in tone.
- Highlight any special equipment you have for filming while on the go.
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What to Submit:
Based on the Type of Brand Sponsoring the Project
Alcohol
- Examples with fantastic product shots are a bonus, especially “pour shots.”
- Include your previous work with food and beverages – experience working with food stylists is appreciated.
- Showcase any broadcast TV quality work you have done.
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Beauty + Fashion
- Beauty brands want something absolutely gorgeous! Showcase the highest quality work you've ever produced.
- Excellent casting is essential. Put time and effort into securing the best talent.
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Toys
- Ensure that the tone of your previous work and Pitch is happy, family-oriented and fun versus too serious, adult or subtle.
- Experience working with child actors is a big advantage.
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