Retreat Overview
Our 2024 Summer Retreat will be held August 1-4, 2024 at The Paloma Resort located near Palm Springs, CA. The Paloma seamlessly blends Spanish influences with colorful modernism to capture the essence of the Coachella Valley, surrounded by the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Learn the craft and business of writing and network with diverse TV and film writers, including ITC Founder Rae Benjamin and other professionals. Space is extremely limited.
For the first time, we’ve extended the retreat to 4 days and will have two separate groups for advanced attendees and beginners.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Luxury accommodations in a private suite
Workshops and script feedback from professional writers
Daily meals with vegan options available
Welcome gift bag and mixer
Access to pool, hot tub, and putting green
Soundbath and meditation
Writing sessions in a relaxing environment
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Flights, if applicable
Transportation to and from hotel
Personal Items
Additional activities or excursions
Travel insurance
Spa treatments
FLEXIBLE PAYMENT options
The retreat costs $1,850
Reserve your spot with a $200 deposit and make monthly payments for the balance.
The Perfect Retreat For You
This retreat will be a one-of-a-kind experience, even if you’ve attended before! We’ve added new events and workshops to make this year’s event the best one yet.
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For the first time, we will divide attendees into two groups to provide a more personalized experience for each attendee. Each group will have a unique itenerary and workshops based on experience and skill level to provide the most helpful experience.
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Each attendee will have the opportunity to get notes on their script from a professional writer, plus a meeting to discuss notes in person. Group B attendees can have their script selected for the mock writer’s room experience.
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For Group B attendees only.
For the first time, we are hosting a mock writer’s room workshop to create the same environment professional TV writers experience. Rae will help guide you as you pitch ideas, discuss story, and more. You can submit your script to be selected as the mock writer’s room piece after your register.
Weekend Itinerary
*Tentative schedule, subject to change*
Day 1
Intention setting and welcome mixer
Pilots & Popcorn discussion
Free writing period
Day 2
GROUP A:
Breaking in the Industry Workshop
The Business of Writing Workshop
Free writing period
Script coverage meetings Day 1
Pilots & Popcorn discussion
GROUP b:
Producing a TV Episode Workshop
Career Level Up Workshop
Script coverage meetings Day 1
Free writing period
Pilots & Popcorn discussion
Day 3
GROUP A:
Writer’s Room 101 Workshop
The Art of Networking Workshop
Script coverage meetings Day 2
Free writing period
Evening sound bath
GROUP b:
Mock Writer’s Room
Script coverage meetings Day 2
Free writing period
Evening sound bath
Day 4
Writers Wrap Up Panel
Farewell Discussion
