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Writing Pad classes offer a unique and enjoyable writing experienceith wtop-notch instructors, a safe and playful environment, and a focus on spontaneous writing exercises. You can expect to unleash your creativity and receive supportive feedback.

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TV II: TV Draft Writing

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

You have a killer beat sheet for your TV Pilot, but when sit down to write, everything turns to mush: vague characters, huge data dumps, clunky dialogue, and scenes that go nowhere.  In this ten-week Online TV Draft Writing Workshop, you’ll get the instructor's help crafting an amazing outline and writing scenes that have a complete beginning, middle and end and pack a serious punch. You’ll learn to how to open your pilot, capture the...

(60) Intermediate 16 and older
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$1,140

10 sessions

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Copywriting

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Want to turn your creative writing chops into a healthy freelance paycheck? From email marketing, SEO and web copy to writing for social media and advertorial, get the skills you need to break into advertising as a creative writer. In this 5-week Online Copywriting Class, Copywriting Master and Branding Guru Michelle Nam Fischer (Clients include T-Mobile, Target, Google) will show you how to transform brand messages into compelling stories and punchy...

(60) All levels 16 and older
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$425

7 sessions

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Creative Writing (Ages 11-13)

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Do you have a middle grader who’s interested in creative writing? What if they could sample poetry, short story, personal essay or middle grade writing? In this four-session live online creative writing class, your 11-13-year-old will get the chance to try each of these forms in two-hour sessions tailored just for them taught by an award-winning writer with expertise in working kids from this age group.  Each class includes fun craft talks,...

(60) All levels 11 - 13 years old
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$275

4 sessions

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TV 101: TV Writing Fundamentals Seminar

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Do you want to write for television, but don’t know where to start? Not to worry. Veteran TV writer Steven Peros will provide the foundation you need to begin your journey into the world of writing for the small screen. Steven has sold four pilots (to MTV and NBC-Universal, among others), and wrote for one of AMC’s first scripted series, (which won an Emmy!).   In this one-day Los Angeles TV Writing Fundamentals Seminar, he’ll go over...

(60) Beginner 18 and older
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Short Story 101

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Note: This is primarily a lecture class with some in-class exercises but not everyone will get to share their writing for feedback due to the seminar format. Have you dreamed about getting a short story published in a literary journal like McSweeney’s? Now’s your chance! In this 1-Day Online lecture format Short Story Intensive class, successful fiction writer Katherine Taylor (ZYZZVA, Ploughshares, Pushcart Prize) will teach you the fundamentals...

(60) All levels 16 and older
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Memoir 101

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Have you ever thought about turning your life’s trials and tribulations into a NY Times bestseller? In this one-day lecture-only online Memoir 101 Class, 2x NY Times bestselling memoirist Wendy Lawless will share her secrets for turning your life’s twists and turns into lively drama! If you’re a self starter who’s looking for all the tools to hit the ground running or if you’re a newbie who wants to get an overview of what memoir...

(60) Beginner 18 and older
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Story Structure

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Do you freeze when you hear the word “structure”? Wonder why you can’t get published or why your second act is sagging? Crafting a tale for the stage, essay, short story, book, pilot or movie is a tall order for anyone and without firm footing, your feet are as good as clay. Whether you’re writing an angsty teen romance or a thriller set in outer space, there’s a set of basic principles of writing that will help you consistently arrive...

(60) All levels 16 and older
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Literary Novel 101

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Note: This is primarily a lecture class with some in-class exercises but not everyone will get to share their writing for feedback due to the seminar format. Is it your dream to write the great American novel? In this 1 day Online lecture format Intro Novel Intensive, successful novelist Katherine Taylor will teach you the fundamentals of long form fiction! She’ll also teach you techniques for creating a thrilling story arc, irresistible dialogue,...

(60) Beginner 18 and older
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Get Your S*!t Together: A Creative Writing

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Get Your S*!t Together: A Creative Writing & Organization Workshop Build Creative Resiliency + Overcome Writing Blocks Having trouble focusing on your writing? Feeling directionless? Do you have tons of ideas but no follow through? Or maybe you have trouble getting started on creative projects. Or you’ve lost your writing mojo. In this one day creative restoration class, NY Times and Vogue  Contributing Writer Sophia Kercher will teach...

(60) All levels 16 and older
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$100
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Creative Writing

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

You want to write on a regular basis and finish an essay, a script, or a short story. Or you have writer’s block and need a cure to unstick you. Writer of a thousand talents, Matteson Perry can help! Through fun in-class exercises, you’ll generate a ton of pages and learn Matteson’s secrets for crafting likeable characters, putting an imaginative spin on true tales, and amplifying the humor in your writing. By the end of class, you’ll have...

(60) All levels 16 and older
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$100
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Storytelling 102: Make Your Voice Heard

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Missed Storytelling 101? Watch it for free and you’re eligible to take this class. Also, the instructor will give you email feedback on your idea prior to class so you can make sure you are exploring the right angle in your draft. You’ve got the beginnings of a riveting 2-5 minute story related to the Black Lives Matter movement, but you want to transform your diamond-in-the-rough into a gem because stories are about so much more...

(60) Intermediate 16 and older
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$125
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Story Clinic

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Pre-requisite: Storytelling 1, Storytelling 101 or Story Structure at Writing Pad. Draft of 600-800 word or 5 minute performed story. You’ve got the beginnings of a sexy Moth tale, a moving personal essay or a short tale about yourself but you want to transform your diamond-in-the-rough into a literary gem. Stories are about more than “what happens.” Practice storytelling techniques to add color, detail, texture, and emotion to your...

(60) Intermediate 16 and older
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$125
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Freelance Podcasting

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

You have so many stories inside of you, and you are burning to tell them. But how do you get from inspiration to aired segment? In this Los Angeles Freelance Journalism Class, successful radio journalist David Weinberg (99 pi, Radiolab, KCRW) will take you through the paces of the freelance podcast life. You’ll learn how to pitch to editors, keep your pile of ideas fresh, and work with your sources. David will cover the mechanics of being a professional...

(60) Beginner 18 and older
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Publishing Short Stories 101

Writing Pad @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA

Have you fantasized about seeing a story in Zyzzyva? Award-winning writer, Dominica Phetteplace will give you the resources, structure and inspiration to hustle your work effectively into a literary magazine and she’ll take the pain out of the submission process. In this 1-day publishing workshop in San Francisco, she’ll even share her secret recipe for getting your work published in the top literary magazines. Through Dominica’s engaging...

(60) All levels 16 and older
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