Break down your screenplay into a one-and-half page outline for yourself using. Most screenplays fall into three acts as a basic structure. Outline the three acts before you pitch. Figure its beats, or high points of action, for the main character. Write down all the major plot points or actions that shift the storyline. Understand the main character's story arc. Memorize this information, so you do not need to read your notes during the meeting.
Establish a rapport with the executives straight away in the pitch meeting. Rather than diving straight into your ideas, you need to engage in "small talk" to get to know the executives first. Present yourself in a positive manner and listen to what they tell you. Find some common ground between you, such as a favorite movie. Good rapport can make the difference between selling your screenplay or not.
Explain a brief background to your screenplay. Define what genre or category the script falls into. Be clear and concise with your information. Tell the executives what your tagline or one sentence that completely describes your film.
Communicate your entire outline of the screenplay clearly with precise visual language. Add in verbal milestones for the executives, with terms such as "midpoint" or "act two." Create twists and surprises in the explanation for the pitch. Keep the entire pitch explanation of your screenplay to 10 to 15 minutes in total.
Answer any questions the executives may have about your screenplay. Questions are a good sign since they wouldn't be asking any if they didn't like something in your pitch.
Refer to something in the "small talk" you had at the beginning of the meeting. It lets the executives understand that you were listening to them and it creates a personal rapport. It also helps the executives remember you and your project.