Introductions, queries & submissions · Working
Referral
Also called: warm introduction, intro
ELI5
An introduction or recommendation from a trusted intermediary that helps a project reach a recipient.
Used in conversation
“Referral came up in the buyer’s feedback, so we should answer it clearly.”
Pitch context
You may encounter “Referral” in pitching & meetings conversations or materials.
Why it matters: Helps you understand how projects are presented, submitted, discussed and followed up.
Connected terms
- StandfirstThe search label “intro” can route to both entries.
- Character introductionThe search label “intro” can route to both entries.
- Warm introductionThe search label “Warm introduction” can route to both entries.
Sources & evidence · 5
Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.
- Sundance Institute — Pitch Deck, Lookbook, Sizzle and Proof-of-Concept GuidanceSupporting source family · institutional · checked 2026-08-14
- Film Independent — Screenwriting and Episodic Program Application MaterialsSupporting source family · institutional · checked 2026-08-14
- Writers Guild of America West — No Writing Left BehindSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- Writers Guild of America West — Fight Back Against Free WorkSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- pitch.dog — Pitch Dictionary Deep Research SynthesisSupporting source family · practitioner · checked 2026-08-14