Pitch Forum: David Strasser – DIRECTOR, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER (Hallmark)

If you purchase a ticket you will be emailed to receive a 10 minute time slot from 12-2:45PM. If there are no tickets available to purchase, please fill out this form to be put on the waitlist, https://bit.ly/PitchWaitlist . David Strasser is an award-winning film & television director and executive producer based in Vancouver, Canada. Known for his work on Hallmark and Lifetime, his projects span holiday, romance, mystery, and thriller genres. Recent highlights include The Wish Swap (2025), Nelly Knows Mysteries (2024),. An alumnus of the TIFF Filmmaker Lab and Berlinale’s JETS Talent Lab, David’s work has earned accolades, including Canadian Screen and Leo Award nominations. With a Film Production degree from Vancouver Film School and a Juris Doctorate from UBC, he has also contributed to script development for numerous acclaimed television features. David is seeking pitches for television features in the rom-com, holiday, and thriller genres, with a strong emphasis on unique and clever hooks that stand out while remaining grounded in the conventions of their genre. Stories should captivate with fresh concepts that instantly spark curiosity and feel both relatable and engaging for audiences.