Okay, so I’ve always had this dream of getting a show on Netflix. Sounds crazy, right? But I figured, why not give it a shot? So, here’s how I went about trying to pitch my show idea to Netflix. It was a wild ride, let me tell you!

Figuring Out What to Pitch

First things first, I needed an idea. Not just any idea, but something I thought would be binge-worthy. I spent weeks brainstorming, writing down ideas, and crossing them out. It was a mess! Finally, I landed on a concept I was really excited about – a quirky, heartwarming story about a group of friends running a vintage record store. I fleshed it out, developed the characters, and even outlined a few seasons. I felt like I was onto something good.

Putting Together a Pitch Deck

Next, I had to create a pitch deck. This was basically a presentation to sell my idea. I watched a bunch of YouTube videos on how to make one. It took days of designing slides, adding visuals, and writing a compelling narrative. My pitch deck included a logline, a synopsis, character bios, episode summaries, and even some concept art I cobbled together. I wanted it to be super engaging and give a real feel for the show’s vibe.

Getting My Foot in the Door

Now, the hard part – how to actually get this in front of Netflix? I researched online, looked at forums, and asked around. Turns out, you can’t just email Netflix your idea. They usually work through agents and producers. So, I started looking for agents. I sent out dozens of query letters, each tailored to the specific agent. It was a lot of waiting and a lot of rejections. But I kept at it.

Networking Like Crazy

While waiting to hear back from agents, I tried networking. I attended online film festivals, joined writers’ groups, and even reached out to people on social media who worked in the industry. It felt awkward at first, putting myself out there like that. But you know what? I started making connections. Some were dead ends, but a few were really promising. I even got some feedback on my pitch deck, which was super helpful.

The Pitch Meeting (Almost!)

After months of hustling, I finally got a bite! An agent liked my idea and wanted to represent me. We polished the pitch deck together, and he set up a meeting with a production company that had connections with Netflix. I was over the moon! I practiced my pitch over and over, trying to perfect it. But then, just days before the meeting, the agent called. The production company had to pull out due to some internal restructuring. Talk about a letdown.

Back to the Drawing Board

It was a setback, for sure. But I didn’t give up. I went back to the drawing board, refined my pitch even more, and started reaching out to new agents and producers. It was like starting from scratch in some ways, but I had learned so much. I knew more about the industry, about pitching, and about what makes a good story. I also improved a lot in networking and pitching.

Keeping the Dream Alive

So, did I get my show on Netflix? Not yet. But am I still trying? Absolutely! It’s a tough journey, full of ups and downs. But I’m learning, growing, and getting closer every day. I might even explore other platforms and avenues. Who knows what the future holds? The important thing is, I’m not giving up on my dream. And hey, maybe one day you’ll see my name in the credits of a Netflix show. Fingers crossed!

That’s my story, folks. It’s messy, it’s real, and it’s still unfolding. Thanks for listening!