PITCH ROOM FAQ

Not a problem. We are here to guide you. Get in touch The Smalls Partnership Manager, Bela Mashru via bela@thesmalls.com, today. 

The most effective way to engage with filmmakers is to create and deliver a clear, inspirational brief that also provides the winning pitch with significant rewards or recognition. A few things to consider:

> Present your identity

Use your Patron profile to communicate your brand values and vision. Showcase your previously produced films, ads or other content. This will allow filmmakers to get a feel for who you are and what your brand represents.

> Budgets and Rewards

Whether you are asking for treatments, or are looking to commission finished films or videos, providing an appropriate production budget or commissioning fee is essential. Speak to The Smalls if you would like a recommendation to suit your brief.  

> Creative Direction

Your brief is the first important step toward connecting with filmmakers. Promising creative freedom is a beautiful thing, but providing some direction can be helpful.  If you have insights or facts that can motivate and inspire original ideas, share them. If you have any mandatory elements, make sure you clarify what they are and their relevance to the project. If you can offer some kind of production or equipment support, do mention it. If you have a specific goal, make it clear.

> Reach, opportunity, influence and engagement

The Smalls Pitch Room is about more than a simple creative exchange. It is about unlocking the value of collaboration and creating opportunities for talented filmmakers that go beyond the production of a piece of content. In your brief, explain how you plan to distribute or promote the winning film or video and how you will build engagement around it. Share the expected reach of your planned activities. How your opportunity can impact a filmmaker’s professional life is an important detail – if you can generate exposure and increase someone’s creative influence, let it be known.

> Timings

When you set your brief deadline, always allow enough time for filmmakers to consider your creative direction, and to prepare a well thought out pitch. And keep in mind that filmmakers can submit their treatments or films on the actual deadline day, so you will have to be prepared to wait until that date to make your final decision. 

Need help creating a brief? Get in touch with The Smalls Partnership Manager, Bela Mashru via bela@thesmalls.com.

There are various ways you can turn the spotlight on your brief and engage with filmmakers and video directors. Speak to The Smalls about how we can help you discover and connect with both rising stars and established talent who have the kind of skills and experience that you are looking for. Ask us about how you can tap into our newsletters and social media channels to speak to our community. And, how we can help take your message to an even larger group of creative influencers.