How to patent an idea of creating a difrnt kind of TV Prgrm before selling/presenting it to production co.?

Question

What is the procedure of patenting an idea of creating a different kind of TV program, so that nobody can steal it while I present it to any production co.

Answer 1

If your idea is a method of creating a type of TV program, then the best way is to contact a patent attorney. The least expensive is to write down your idea as completely as possible and file it as a provisional patent application with the USPTO (first link below). Then you'll have a year to present your idea to others. This currently costs $75 for an ordinary person and will give you some protection in case someone tries to use your idea without your permission. If the idea sells or is used by others then you can contact a patent professional and have them use the information in the provisional application to obtain a patent.

However, if you're talking about pitching an idea or premise for a TV show or movie, then there are certain types of pre-pitch meeting letters and agreements you can use to protect yourself. You can try to research that yourself, but it's not a simple matter. You really should contact an entertainment lawyer to show you what to do.

There is some good advice in the articles you can read at the second link below.