Wilshire Screening Room
Wilshire Screening Room
8670 Wilshire Blvd Suite 115
Beverly Hills, California 90211
United States
Beverly Hills, California 90211
United States
Panel B: Art of the Pitch
Saturday, September 27th at 3:30pm Wilshire Screening Room
Moderated by Patricia DiSalvo Viayra
Art of the Pitch
Join us for Art of the Pitch, an engaging panel discussion featuring three seasoned industry professionals, who will share their expertise on the art and strategy behind pitching a project in today’s film and television landscape.
From crafting compelling pitches to navigating the ever-evolving distribution market, this session will explore how to effectively position your production for success. Learn what decision-makers are really looking for, how to secure distribution, and what it takes to stand out in a competitive industry.
Whether you're a filmmaker preparing to pitch your next project or simply looking to better understand the business side of production, this panel offers practical insights, real-world experiences, and a chance to hear directly from those working at the forefront of the industry.
Mikaela Phillips is a dynamic producer and media force redefining what entertainment can be. From producing international series to award-winning films and original scripted podcasts, she merges creative vision with a sharp production acumen. Her work spans across platforms - television, film, podcast and digital content - consistently pushing boundaries, elevating voices, and captivating global audiences.
Beginning her career in front of the camera, Mikaela quickly expanded her reach behind it. She executive produced and starred in the international prime-hit drama Counter Play, and has since produced and developed content on major platforms including Amazon Prime, Netflix, ViacomCBS, Apple and Spotify. Her debut feature, Madison and the Happiness Jar (2021), received glowing reviews, followed by Malibu Crush (2022), which premiered at Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatre and earned over 25 festival wins worldwide.
Mikaela continues to break new ground with original and diverse storytelling. Her recent projects include an upcoming feature and origin story Zavier and the Nightkeeper in addition to scripted podcast Seduction, starring Academy Award nominee Eric Roberts.
In every facet - whether producing high-concept genre films or championing new storytelling formats - Mikaela Phillips stands as a trailblazer. She shatters industry ceilings, champions as a female in film and remains on the cutting edge of what entertainment can become.
Saturday, September 27th at 3:30pm Wilshire Screening Room
Moderated by Patricia DiSalvo Viayra
Art of the Pitch
Join us for Art of the Pitch, an engaging panel discussion featuring three seasoned industry professionals, who will share their expertise on the art and strategy behind pitching a project in today’s film and television landscape.
From crafting compelling pitches to navigating the ever-evolving distribution market, this session will explore how to effectively position your production for success. Learn what decision-makers are really looking for, how to secure distribution, and what it takes to stand out in a competitive industry.
Whether you're a filmmaker preparing to pitch your next project or simply looking to better understand the business side of production, this panel offers practical insights, real-world experiences, and a chance to hear directly from those working at the forefront of the industry.
Mikaela Phillips is a dynamic producer and media force redefining what entertainment can be. From producing international series to award-winning films and original scripted podcasts, she merges creative vision with a sharp production acumen. Her work spans across platforms - television, film, podcast and digital content - consistently pushing boundaries, elevating voices, and captivating global audiences.
Beginning her career in front of the camera, Mikaela quickly expanded her reach behind it. She executive produced and starred in the international prime-hit drama Counter Play, and has since produced and developed content on major platforms including Amazon Prime, Netflix, ViacomCBS, Apple and Spotify. Her debut feature, Madison and the Happiness Jar (2021), received glowing reviews, followed by Malibu Crush (2022), which premiered at Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatre and earned over 25 festival wins worldwide.
Mikaela continues to break new ground with original and diverse storytelling. Her recent projects include an upcoming feature and origin story Zavier and the Nightkeeper in addition to scripted podcast Seduction, starring Academy Award nominee Eric Roberts.
In every facet - whether producing high-concept genre films or championing new storytelling formats - Mikaela Phillips stands as a trailblazer. She shatters industry ceilings, champions as a female in film and remains on the cutting edge of what entertainment can become.
