"Betrayal" From Hit Podcast to Television: The Business of Adaptation
Towson University · Department of Mass Communications September 8, 2026 · Virtual Guest Lecture
A behind-the-scenes case study of how Betrayal evolved from a successful podcast into a Hulu television series, covering intellectual property, development, pitching and adaptation.
How AI Is Changing Media Production and Content Development
University of Delaware · Department of Communications October 9 , 2026 · In Person Guest Lecture
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how media projects are conceived, developed, produced, and marketed. This workshop examines how creators and producers can use emerging AI tools for research, brainstorming, pitch development, visual presentations, pre-production, and audience strategy. The workshop also explores the creative, ethical, and professional questions surrounding AI—including accuracy, authorship, intellectual property, and the continuing importance of human judgment and original storytelling.
Dirty ROtten Scandal: How to create, pitch and sell a documentary
June 10, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA Presented with the Greater Philadelphia Film Office In this virtual workshop, Eric Neuhaus provided participants with a behind-the-scenes look at documentary television development. He covered everything from finding and shaping compelling ideas for documentaries to creating effective pitches, while emphasizing the importance of media ethics in the process. Drawing on his experience producing Dirty Rotten Scandal: America’s Next Top Model and other successful nonfiction projects, he shared practical guidance in storytelling workshops, pitch materials, and buyer strategy, detailing what it takes to successfully move a documentary from concept to sale.
From Sizzle to Screen: Documentary & Unscripted Television Development Workshop
March 21–April 11, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA
Conducted with the Greater Philadelphia Film Office and Big Picture Alliance
In this multiweek workshop, Eric Neuhaus guided emerging filmmakers through the process of developing a documentary television project or unscripted television concept into a compelling, market-ready piece. Participants learned how to define their story, strengthen characters, and adhere to media ethics while creating an effective sizzle reel and pitch materials. The program focused on pitching documentaries, positioning projects for buyers, and presenting ideas with clarity and confidence. This storytelling workshop combined practical instruction, real-world industry insights, and individualized feedback.
Bitconned: How to Create, Pitch and Sell a Documentary
June 18, 2025 | Philadelphia, PA Conducted for the Greater Philadelphia Film Office Using the Netflix documentary Bitconned as a real-world case study, Eric Neuhaus guided participants through the intricate process of creating, pitching, and selling a documentary for documentary television. The workshop focused on essential elements such as identifying the central story, securing access, and developing a compelling pitch, while also emphasizing media ethics in storytelling. Participants gained valuable insights into pitching documentaries, understanding buyer strategy, and the steps needed to move a nonfiction project from the initial idea to the screen.
University Guest Lectures & Classroom Engagements
Eric Neuhaus has delivered guest lectures and participated in classes at Temple University, Drexel University, and the University of Pennsylvania. Drawing on current projects and real-world case studies, he provides students with an inside look at documentary television development. His insights cover how ideas are shaped, pitched, and packaged, along with the essential media ethics, as well as the creative, ethical, and business decisions involved in bringing nonfiction stories to the screen. Additionally, he conducts storytelling workshops that enhance the process of pitching documentaries.