One-Hour TV III

SCRIPT X 422.3

Develop the world, characters, tone, and story engine for an original TV series before developing an outline and your script's first act.

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In-Person
Remote
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Online
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Turn your pilot idea into a solid one-hour series with potential for many episodes
  • Develop a cast of compelling characters that viewers will follow
  • Write a full beat outline for the series's pilot episode
  • Begin writing your original pilot script

About this course:

Anyone who wants to work as a professional television writer has to be able to submit top-notch original material to agents and showrunners. In this fast-paced course, you take your idea for a one-hour TV series and turn it into an outline, write intensively, and get feedback from the instructor and fellow participants every week. Throughout this process, you learn how to envision the world of your show; create characters and conflict; build a storytelling engine; and nail down your show's structure, tone, story, and act breaks. By the end of the course, you have strong act breaks, a full beat outline, and a critique of the first ten pages of your original one-hour pilot script. 
Prerequisites
SCRIPT X 421.3 One-Hour TV I and SCRIPT X 421.4 One-Hour TV II; or SCRIPT X 421.3N One-Hour TV Intensive I and SCRIPT X 421.4N One-Hour TV Intensive II; or department approval.

Summer 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Daniel Sussman
392723
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Jul 11, 2023
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Notes

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

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 July 25, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jul 11, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Jul 18, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Jul 25, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Aug 1, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Aug 8, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Aug 15, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Aug 22, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Aug 29, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Sep 5, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Sep 12, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
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Wednesday 5:00PM - 8:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Zac Hug
392725
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Jul 5, 2023
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Notes

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

This a hybrid (Remote) format course which combines asynchronous online instruction with semi-regular, required live meetings held on Zoom. Please see the course syllabus for specifics. Students must be present at course meeting times as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 19, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Jul 12, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Wed Jul 19, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Wed Aug 30, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Wed Sep 6, 2023
5:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Ed Horowitz
392721
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
ENROLL BY: Jul 11, 2023
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Notes

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

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. 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 July 25, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jul 11, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Jul 18, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Jul 25, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Aug 1, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Aug 8, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Aug 15, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Aug 22, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Aug 29, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Sep 5, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center
Discussion
Tue Sep 12, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center

Fall 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 31, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
394267
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

No meeting November 21.

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

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 October 17, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Oct 3, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Oct 10, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Oct 17, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Oct 24, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Oct 31, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Nov 7, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Nov 14, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Nov 28, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Dec 5, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Dec 12, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens July 31, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Joan Weiss
394271
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

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

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 18, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
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Monday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 31, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Mollie St. John
394266
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

No meeting November 20.

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

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. 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 October 09, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Sep 25, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Oct 2, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Oct 9, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Oct 16, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Oct 23, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Oct 30, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Nov 6, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Nov 13, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Nov 27, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Mon Dec 4, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center

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