The NEW Pitch Process...

[ChanceRaz]

http://studios.amazon.com/projects/12758#player/videos (Watch the PITCH VIDEO!!!)
http://studios.amazon.com/projects/12758 (Download the Pilot Script and Mini-Bible)

Charles Zembillas, creator of Animation Nation, recently posed a very thought-provoking question: Has 'the pitch' become obsolete? It seems this thought has sparked the minds of many, including online commercial giant, Amazon.com. Amazon recently revamped and challenged this concept by launching their own production studio. They have since been soliciting pitches from anyone with a strong, original idea. Perhaps "the pitch" itself is in the process of being redefined.

While I fully agree with and embrace the fact that the traditional pitch is no longer necessary to reach a worldwide audience, propel a project to notoriety, or even provide the required funds for massive projects (thank you Kickstarter), I believe we are now (and shall continue) seeing "the big boy's" reaction to this new reality.

The above is one example. I recently pitched this idea for a new, original series I co-created with my friend to Amazon Studios. Here's what sets them apart: Not only is access and an open invite made available to anyone online, the perks and returns significantly rival anything offered by Hollywood for decades! In addition, you have the option to make your project public immediately. The studio encourages its audience (any Amazon member, shopper, etc.) to view, rate, and comment on projects they like before they're even reviewed - creating a literal "pitch to the people".

But hey, don't take my word for it - check out our "CALIFORNIA KIDDS" pitch to see what I mean! This is a very exciting and unprecedented time for all creators (especially the independents)!!! I strongly encourage all of you to make the most of this and similar resources, and hope you guys will check out, rate, and comment on the links above, as well as share your thoughts on the "new pitch process". Thank you, enjoy, and no matter what...

KEEP CREATING!!!

- Chance