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Class Starts SOON! 4 Spots Remain!  Private, interactive Zoom class with an accomplished Creative Executive & Producer (The Martian, Blade Runner 2049, Alien: Covenant) (Register Here)   Producers are the engines that transform scripts into finished films and television shows! Understanding how they think is critical if you want your work to move forward. In this exclusive Stage 32 class, you’ll demystify the producer’s role—from development and packaging to production, post, and distribution—learning how to communicate more effectively, pitch more strategically, and position yourself as an indispensable creative partner. Join Allison Margaret Reid, former Director of Development at Ridley Scott’s Scott Free, for an interactive Zoom class where she shares her insider strategies from working on The Martian, Blade Runner 2049, Alien: Covenant, and the indie hit Jungleland. Let's finish 2025 strong together! You will gain practical tools and expert guidance on every stage of producing—from development and packaging to production, post, and distribution—giving you the confidence to turn your script into a finished project. PLUS! You will receive the following handouts to help you: Producer Roles Quick Guide Development & Production Phase Map Option Agreement Cheat Sheet Sample Budget Top Sheet Production Department Org Chart Festival & Market Overview Guide Career Pipeline Worksheet   What You’ll Learn in This Producing Class:   Session 1 – What Does a Producer Actually Do? Discover the producer’s mindset, project lifecycle, and how collaboration brings your script to life. Assignment: Draft your story’s broad strokes and hook Handouts: Producer Roles Quick Guide, Development & Production Phase Map Session 2 – Development & Packaging Learn to pitch your project, assemble key package elements, and position your script for success with comps, attachments, and research. Assignment: Packaging Brainstorm – Who Moves the Needle? Handouts: Option Agreement Cheat Sheet Session 3 – From Greenlight to Set Explore pre-production, department roles, unions, budgeting, and how to collaborate on set while protecting your vision. Assignment: Make a scene more production-friendly Handouts: Sample Budget Top Sheet, Production Department Org Chart Session 4 – Post, Distribution & Career Strategy Understand post-production, marketing, distribution, and how producing literacy strengthens your career and opens future opportunities. Assignment: Brainstorm your marketing plan Handouts: Festival & Market Overview Guide, Career Pipeline Worksheet Why Join: Work closely with Allison in live virtual sessions and receive personalized feedback. Email access to Allison throughout the class for questions on your script, craft, or career once you sign up. Collaborate with fellow writers in a private lounge and maintain connections after the class. Session recordings available within 48 hours for anytime review. Also to keep forever! Step-by-step guidance to take your project from idea to market-ready. Walk away with exclusive handouts, practical tools, and insider strategies to bridge the gap between your vision and getting your work made. Click below to sign up! Grab one of the four spots remaining!    Register for Allisons Class Here >> Have questions about your project, career, or craft? I’m happy to answer them—just email edu@stage32.com anytime!    Praise from past students:  “Allison's presentation style was clear and measured so I had time to write pages of notes. She is knowledgeable about her subject and provided excellent information. It was worth getting up at 5am to listen live, and she graciously answered my questions. I enjoyed the webinar immensely. Thank you!” — Ingrid S. “I liked hearing about the presenter’s experiences with writing and with production.” — Anjetta M. “It was fantastic!” — Meredith L.

Copyright © 2025 Stage 32, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Stage 32 2711 N Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-2725 USA New Lab Starts This Weekend! Work with an international producer & AFM veteran to perfect your AFM pitch! Only 10 spots available — 3 Spots Remain! (Register Here) A small group of just 10 attendees will work one-on-one with international producer and distributor Alexia Melocchi to craft a verbal pitch that sells both you and your project! You’ve built your pitch deck and secured your AFM pass — now it’s time to make your project unforgettable in under five minutes. A strong verbal pitch can open doors, and we’re here to help you perfect it. Alexia has had recent AFM distribution projects with clients like Lionsgate, STX, Lakeshore, TF1, The Asylum and Mister Smith, and projects such as ANNA, PEPPERMINT, THE BOY 2, and SHAUN THE SHEEP. Alexia has placed over 100 titles in the last 5 years. A little more about each session: SESSION 1 –  Fundamentals Of A 5-Minute Pitch & Personal Feedback On Your 5-Minute Pitch Why are 5-minute pitches important? What are the key elements to focus on in a 5-minute pitch WITH global decision makers? Differences between a feature film 5-minute pitch and television series 5-minute pitch What narrative, production, and budget elements should you focus on in a 5-minute pitch to trigger co-productions and development? How to best prepare your 5-minute pitch Students will pitch their project to Alexia and the class and receive feedback Q&A with Alexia Assignment: Work on your 5-minute pitch with the notes you received in class from Alexia.   SESSION 2 - How To Get Noticed From A Pitch & Personal Feedback On Your Improved Pitch Etiquette and cultural basics to get in the room How relationship capital can strengthen your 5-minute pitch How to best conduct yourself at AFM to make the most of your 5-minute pitch How you should mentally prepare for your 5-minute pitch at AFM Students will present their updated 5-minute pitch to Alexia and the class and receive feedback Q&A with Alexia If you've spent the time and expense to attend AFM, you do not miss this rare opportunity to make sure your five minute pitch sells you and your project effectively at the market. You will walk away from this workshop with a 5-minute pitch vetted by an international executive that you are prepared to use at this year's AFM and in other professional markets, festivals and meetings moving forward. Click Below to Sign Up — 3 Spots remain! See you this weekend! Grab Your Spot HERE >> If you have any questions about the lab or your creative projects, email us at edu@stage32.com Praise for Alexia's Work and Teaching:   "Alexia Melocchi's two part class was hugely productive for its' interaction, constructive criticism and broad based information all the while hosting a friendly environment. The best words to sum it up are those Alexia repeated: Content, Creativity, Connection." - Catherine C.   "Loved her class, because it laser-focused and re-focused on my weakest link – my pitch! Her feedback was invaluable, and improved my pitch with every round." - Rick B. "Alexia is a phenomenal teacher and mentor! Her vivacious and warming personality took over and made the webinar educational and entertaining. Alexia has way of connecting with people that's very sincere and genuine. She also has an extensive background of real world experiences in the film world which in my eyes, makes her a dynamic speaker." - Philip S.   Copyright © 2025 Stage 32, All rights reserved.  You are receiving this email because you have an account or have participated in services at Stage32.com.  We have some cool things happening on social – follow us! Twitter / Instagram /  Facebook / Tik Tok Manage your email preferences   Community Success Stories - Look who’s on their way to an Oscar Check out success stories from our community and see why so many industry professionals work with Stage 32 here!   Stage 32 in the News  Variety / Forbes / The Wrap / CNBC  / Entrepreneur Our mailing address is: Stage 32 2711 N Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-2725