The National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) will hold its second annual "Television Producers' Boot Camp -- Workshops & Pitch Pit." The "Boot Camp" will serve as a full run-through of the television development and production process, providing attendees with a unique view into industry trends through a series of workshops, demonstrations and networking events. The event also will allow attendees to formally pitch their program ideas to development executives from major talent agencies, networks, as well as production and distribution companies.
On Friday, four hours will be dedicated to the Pitch Pit, one-on-one meetings between attendees and development executives from leading agencies, broadcasters, networks and distributors. The event will be held at the Wyndham Bel Age Hotel. Sponsors onboard so far include Lord, Bissel & Brook and West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Registration before June 10, 2004 is $410 for NATPE members and $630 for non-members. Registration after June 10, 2004 is $450 for NATPE members and $700 for non-members. For more information, visit www.natpe.org.