Advanced One-Hour Pilot Writing

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For advanced writers, this course teaches you to craft a series-ready one hour pilot with vivid characters in a fully realized story world.

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Live Online
Starting at $795.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Develop a drama series premise that is uniquely your own
  • Learn what networks seek in new programming
  • Structure your pilot episode and develop memorable characters
  • Establish ongoing series elements from page 1

About this course:

In today's market, a good original pilot is an essential sample. Neither pure episodes nor stand-alone screenplays, one-hour pilots nevertheless must have the feeling of both--all in 55-60 pages. In today's market, a good original pilot is an essential sample. Neither pure episodes nor stand-alone screenplays, one-hour pilots nevertheless must have the feeling of both--all in 55-60 pages. This workshop guides you to develop a drama series premise that combines your original vision with a network's likely requirements. From the idea to pilot story structure and finished script, your goal is to create a pilot that effectively establishes ongoing series elements while bringing your characters to life.

Summer 2024 Schedule

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Thursday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
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Instructor: William Hasley
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Fee:
$795.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Jul 18, 2024
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 12 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

$100 nonrefundable. Enrollment discounts limited to WP NOW members; no other discounts apply.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

The priority application deadline is Monday, June 10 at 9am PT. Applications submitted after this date are not guaranteed consideration.

Instructions for Submitting to Advanced-Level Courses:

Click on “Enroll” then follow the prompts to check out and create a new account, or enter your information as a returning student. Then, follow the remaining instructions below:

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  3. On the 2nd Application page, click “Start” on the bottom left side of the page.

NOTE: despite being asked to enter payment information, you will not be charged for this course unless you choose to enroll if/when you receive a notice of acceptance for the course. In other words, it’s 100% free to apply. The full course fee will be due up front to register, prior to attending the course. Since enrollment is restricted there are no applicable discountable promos available for this course.

Selection notices will likely be distributed via email 1 to 2 weeks before the class is scheduled to start. In the meantime, you can also register for alternative open-enrollment course and transfer upon your acceptance.

 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 11, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) INSIDE THE ROOM : WRITING TELEVISION WITH THE PROS AT UCLA EXTENSION WRITERS' PROGRAM by VENIS, LINDA
Schedule
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Thu Jul 18, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Jul 25, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Thu Aug 1, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Thu Aug 8, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Aug 15, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Thu Aug 22, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Aug 29, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Sep 5, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Sep 12, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Thu Sep 19, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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