Course Description
A good novel can take years, even decades, to write. Scriptwriting, however, is a different beast altogether: when a producer is asked “Do you want it good, or by Thursday?,” the answer is always “Thursday.” This is not to suggest that a script written under tight time constraints is inherently bad; rather, it emphasizes the degree to which television and film production schedules demand speedy delivery of content. Scriptwriting is indeed an art form, but an art form on steroids.
This course is designed for budding scriptwriters who are seeking a genuine professional experience. Classes alternate between workshops focused on the development of students’ concepts from a 3-sentence “elevator pitch” to a 15-page, vividly cinematic, polished script; activities and exercises that simulate actual writer’s rooms; and insider information on what it takes to launch and sustain a successful scriptwriting career. An industry pro will make a guest appearance to provide vital information on the business side of scriptwriting for television and film.
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Schedule
| This Course was not Offered During Winter 2025 Term |
| This Course was not Offered During Spring/Summer 2025 Term |
| The tentative timetable is not yet available for the Fall 2025 Term |
| The tentative timetable is not yet available for the Winter 2026 Term |
