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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2026 · 17 MIN

#40 - The Pitching Mistake Most Writers Don't Realize They're Making (TV & Film)

from The Story Series Podcast with Brandon Violette (For Writers Who Break The Rules)

After interviewing dozens of professional screenwriters, show creators, and executives, the same mistakes, and insights, about pitching kept coming up again and again. In this episode, I distill those conversations into three practical takeaways you can apply today to your next pitch, whether it's a TV show, Film, or Limited Series. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: • 3 strategies to improve your next Film / TV pitch • The most common pitching mistake writers don't realize they're making. • How to make your pitch feel personal (without oversharing). • And why the best pitches feel like campfire stories. EPISODES REFERENCED: • Ron Mita's Episode • Emily Brundige's Episode • Marisa Balkus' Episode • Nick Fillipi's Episode WANT MORE? ✏️💥 I put together a free guide called The Rule Breaker's Guide to Finding Your Creative Voice. A brutally honest roadmap built from the lessons, mistakes, and breakthroughs I've collected as a professional writer. 👉 Get it for free at StorySeriesPodcast.com CONNECT: • Instagram • LinkedIn • YouTube

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