In an increasingly competitive market where the pilot script opens the door to a commission, this session looks at how producers work with creators and writers to shape and develop a pilot script that can lead to a green light, and best practice development models. Bringing together producers, writers and show runners, the panel will examine different approaches in Australia, USA and UK, what is "rigor" in development, how to develop and protect a distinctive and authentic voice, whether the Australian approach to "show running" is collaborative, and what it takes for a pilot script to break through and shine in the international market.

Session produced and moderated by Lois Randall, Magpie Pictures