Introduction to Screenwriting

SCRIPT X 400

Get a crash course on various aspects of writing for silver screens, TV screens, web video, audio podcasts, and/or comics in this high-level overview of what each genre offers writers.

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Fall
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Starting at $485.00
As few as 6 weeks
2.0

What you can learn.

  • Identify basic elements of the core forms of script-based storytelling
  • Develop a plan for where you want to take your writing next
  • Respond to simple prompts that help you try out writing in different formats
  • Adapt to the vocabulary and process of giving and receiving feedback in a writing workshop

About this course:

This six-week course is perfect for anyone getting started on their path to becoming a screenwriter. Each class offers a broad-strokes introduction to a different writing format, which includes Feature Film, Television Specs and Television Pilots, as well as a rotating list of specialized forms such as Video Game Writing, Writing for Animation, Sketch Comedy Writing and/or Script Doctoring. The course also looks at the business end of writing. Lectures by guest speakers offer insight and instruction on each topic, followed by guided workshop sessions where students put those theories into action on their own material. The goal of the course is to give new writers a taste of different screenwriting types to help deepen their overall knowledge while sparking their creative energy. At the end of the quarter, students should feel more confident about their skills and be prepared for further study of writing.

Spring 2024 Schedule

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Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
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Instructor: Jacqueline Heinze
396842
Fee:
$485.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

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.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after May 08, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Apr 24, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 1, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 8, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 15, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 22, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed May 29, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Wednesday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Jacqueline Heinze
398368
Fee:
$485.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

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.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after August 14, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Jul 31, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 7, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 14, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wed Aug 21, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Aug 28, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Sep 4, 2024
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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