Glossary Category: P

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Package

A pre-arranged set of elements for a film or TV project, including attached talent (actors, directors, writers) and sometimes key crew members, before it is presented to studios or financiers.

Pitch

The process of presenting a story idea, typically for a film or TV series, to potential producers, studios, or investors, often including a synopsis and key details.

Pilot

A prototype episode of a proposed TV series. It’s used by network executives to gauge whether a series is viable for full production based on audience and critical reactions.

Pursuing

Active efforts are being made to acquire or work with a specific project or talent, indicating strong interest.

Project

In the context of entertainment development, a project refers to a specific film, television show, play, or other creative endeavor in various stages of development, from concept to completion. It encompasses the creative, logistical, and financial aspects involved in bringing a story to life, including writing, casting, production, and distribution. Projects are the central focus of production companies and creative teams, each representing a unique creative vision and business opportunity.

Phone Sheet

Tracks incoming and outgoing calls in entertainment offices, detailing caller information, call times, call summaries and follow-up actions. While often managed by assistants for executives, executives without assistants typically maintain their own phone sheet, ensuring efficient and organized communication with key contacts.

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