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TV Writing I: 10-Week Workshop (Self-Paced))

Gotham Writers Workshop

Start creating your TV script for an existing show in this comprehensive workshop. This beginner-friendly course covers everything from episode ideas and character development to the technical format for TV scripts and the real-world process of writing TV shows. Get ready to take your TV writing skills to the next level.

Beginner 18 and older

Oct 8th

12am–11:45pm EDT

Meets 10 Times

$464

6 Seats Left

Tue, Oct 8th, 12am–11:45pm EDT (237 hours & 30 minutes over 10 sessions)

$464

10 sessions

+4640 pts

Writing Scripts 101 Level I (Self-Paced)

Gotham Writers Workshop

Unleash your creative potential and see your words come to life on the big screen, TV, or stage with Gotham Writers Workshop's Writing Scripts 101. Discover the essential techniques of dramatic writing and explore the exciting world of screenwriting, TV writing, and playwriting. Join us and embark on a thrilling journey into the art of storytelling.

Beginner 18 and older

Oct 8th

12am–11:45pm EDT

Meets 6 Times

$364

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Tue, Oct 8th, 12am–11:45pm EDT (142 hours & 30 minutes over 6 sessions)

$364

6 sessions

+3640 pts

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TV Comedy 1: Pilot Writing Workshop with Jack Kukoda

Turn your comedy idea into a winning pilot with expert guidance from a seasoned TV writer. Learn how to build the foundation of your show, create compelling characters, and develop humor that resonates. With personalized feedback and insider tips, you'll walk away with a solid beat sheet ready to pitch and a clearer path to the writers’ room.

Beginner 16 and older

Oct 9th

5–8pm PDT

Meets 5 Times

Wed, Oct 9th, 5–8pm PDT (15 hours over 5 sessions)

$525

5 sessions

+5250 pts

TV Drama 1: Reverse Engineer Your Perfect Pilot with Neil Reynolds

Unlock the secrets to crafting a captivating TV pilot by reverse engineering your story. Start with the key scenes that ignite your vision and build a compelling five-act structure guided by expert insights. Develop dynamic characters and thrilling act outs that keep your audience hooked, all while honing your unique voice as a showrunner. Leave with a clear roadmap to bring your pilot to life.

All levels 16 and older

Oct 17th

6:30–9:30pm PDT

Meets 5 Times

Thu, Oct 17th, 6:30–9:30pm PDT (15 hours over 5 sessions)

$525

5 sessions

+5250 pts

TV Drama 1: Pilot Workshop with Nina Fiore

Turn your TV drama idea into a captivating pilot with expert guidance from Nina Fiore. Learn how to craft a compelling logline, build a season arc, and structure your script like a pro. Through pitching and workshopping, refine your show's tone, voice, and world to create an irresistible TV drama pilot ready for the screen. Ideal for writers aiming to make their mark in the industry.

Beginner 18 and older

Oct 28th

6–9pm PDT

Meets 5 Times

3 Seats Left

Mon, Oct 28th, 6–9pm PDT (15 hours over 5 sessions)

$525

5 sessions

+5250 pts

TV Structure for Pilot Writing with Alicia Carroll

Learn the essential structure and techniques needed to craft a compelling TV pilot. Guided by an industry professional, you'll explore key concepts like act breaks, character arcs, and cliffhangers to give your story a solid foundation. This course equips you with the tools to develop a captivating narrative that sets your pilot up for success.

All levels 16 and older

Nov 2nd

10am–1pm PDT

Dec 7th

10am–1pm PDT

Sat, Nov 2nd, 10am–1pm PDT (3 hours) Other dates (1)

$95

+950 pts

TV 3 with Mike Ellis

Refine your TV pilot script with expert guidance focused on enhancing your story, dialogue, and action. Learn to apply thematic elements to elevate your work and perfect your opening scene. With targeted feedback and techniques to transform your draft, you'll be on your way to crafting a standout pilot script that advances your career.

Advanced 18 and older

Oct 29th

5:30–8:30pm PDT

Meets 8 Times

$925

Tue, Oct 29th, 5:30–8:30pm PDT (24 hours over 8 sessions)

$925

8 sessions

+9250 pts

TV Comedy 1: Pilot Writing Workshop with Berkley Johnson

Learn how to develop a standout comedy pilot with guidance from a successful TV writer. Craft engaging characters, shape the DNA of your show, and refine your story's comedic elements. With expert feedback, you'll build a solid beat sheet that captures the essence of your series and positions you for success in the writers' room.

Beginner 16 and older

Nov 4th

5:30–8:30pm PDT

Meets 5 Times

Mon, Nov 4th, 5:30–8:30pm PDT (15 hours over 5 sessions)

$525

5 sessions

+5250 pts

TV: Pilot Musts & Sellable Premises with Mike Ellis

Learn how to develop a sellable TV series premise with expert insights from an experienced screenwriter. Discover the key ingredients of a strong pilot, the do’s and don’ts of concept development, and refine your logline for pitching. By the end, you’ll have a solid foundation to build and pitch your show idea with confidence.

All levels 18 and older

Oct 10th

5:30–8:30pm PDT

$125

Thu, Oct 10th, 5:30–8:30pm PDT (3 hours)

$125

+1250 pts

TV Comedy 2: Draft Writing Workshop with Berkley Johnson

Turn your comedy pilot beat sheet into a polished first draft with expert guidance from a seasoned TV writer. Learn how to transform your outline into an engaging script, craft dynamic characters, and write a compelling opening scene. With personalized feedback, you'll make significant progress on your draft and be well on your way to refining your pilot for the screen.

Intermediate 16 and older

Nov 12th

5:30–8:30pm PDT

Meets 10 Times

$1,140

Tue, Nov 12th, 5:30–8:30pm PDT (30 hours over 10 sessions)

$1,140

10 sessions

+11400 pts

TV Drama 2: Draft Writing Workshop with Nina Fiore

Take your TV pilot from concept to draft with expert guidance in this workshop. Learn how to craft compelling scenes, develop clear character voices, and create an outline that keeps your story on track. With personalized feedback, you'll gain the confidence to write impactful episodes that captivate readers and set your pilot apart.

Intermediate 18 and older

Nov 12th

6–9pm PDT

Meets 10 Times

$1,140

Tue, Nov 12th, 6–9pm PDT (30 hours over 10 sessions)

$1,140

10 sessions

+11400 pts

TV Comedy 1: Pilot Writing Workshop with Lauren Wells

Bring your comedy series to life with expert guidance from a seasoned TV writer. Learn how to develop your show's unique concept, craft unforgettable characters, and create a winning formula for a pilot that keeps viewers coming back. With insider tips and hands-on support, you'll leave with a solid beat sheet ready to take your script to the next level.

Beginner 16 and older

Nov 17th

10:30am–1:30pm PDT

Meets 5 Times

Sun, Nov 17th, 10:30am–1:30pm PDT (15 hours over 5 sessions)

$525

5 sessions

+5250 pts

Breaking into the Biz: From Pipe Dream to TV Writer with John Herrera

Learn the strategies, tools, and techniques needed to break into the TV writing industry and overcome career obstacles in this intensive bootcamp. Topics covered include time management, collaboration, networking, overcoming rejection, and more. Get ready to turn your pipe dream into a reality!

All levels 16 and older

Nov 3rd

10:30am–1:30pm PDT

Dec 8th

10:30am–1:30pm PDT

Sun, Nov 3rd, 10:30am–1:30pm PDT (3 hours) Other dates (1)

$95

+950 pts

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TV Writing I: 10-Week Workshop

Gotham Writers Workshop @ 555 8th Ave, New York, NY

Learn the art of crafting addictive TV shows in this immersive workshop. From understanding the unique rules of each show to mastering dramatic-writing craft, you'll gain the skills needed to create captivating scripts that hook viewers. Whether you aspire to write comedy or drama, this course will set you on the path to success in the TV industry.

Beginner 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$490

10 sessions

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TV Drama Writing Weekend Intensive

Jacob Krueger Studio @ 247 W 35th St, New York, NY

Join writers from all over the world and your teacher, Pulitzer Prize nominated author, TV writer, screenwriter, professor, and former HBO executive, Stephen Molton, for this unique Television Drama Weekend Intensive Workshop. Get ready to dive deep into the structure of of the pilot and learn what makes a drama pilot sell. Collaborate live through our special online format or attend at our NYC studio. Limited space available. More than just a writing...

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$899

10 sessions

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TV Bible Writing

Jacob Krueger Studio @ 247 W 35th St, New York, NY

Do you have an idea for an awesome TV show? Have you written a TV pilot and want to take the next step? You’re ready for this 4-week workshop where you’ll learn how to organically craft a successful TV series bible. With an emphasis on in-class exercises, group participation and deconstructing successful examples of the form, we’ll start from the seed of your idea, and develop it into a killer pitch document. By the end of this course, you’ll...

All levels 16 and older

No upcoming schedules

$375

2 sessions

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The Web Series

Primary Stages ESPA @ 307 W 38th St, New York, NY

“Web Therapy,” “Very Mary-Kate,” and “Broad City” are just three hilarious examples of web series: the short form programming created especially for the internet and designed with the immediacy of the audience in mind. This digital marriage of screen and television writing is a platform for writers to do what they want, unrestricted by producers or censors and uniquely positioned to go viral. Over the course of this 10-week class, our...

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$580

10 sessions

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TV Pilot Crash Course

The New York Screenwriter's Lab @ 104 W 14th St, New York, NY

The One-Day TV Pilot Crash Course will give you a comprehensive overview of a structure and elements that combine to create a successful TV show (comedy or drama). Through lecture, exercises and discussion. The topics covered will include: The various structures used in TV. And which structure will best suit needs of your show. How to pack your show with enough conflict to generate multiple seasons worth of fresh-feeling stories. How to create...

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$175

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Intro to TV Writing: 4 Week Screenwriting

Jacob Krueger Studio @ 247 W 35th St, New York, NY

For writers brand new to television, looking to dip a toe in the water before embarking on our Writers Room Workshops in TV Comedy, TV Drama and Web Series, this new 4 Week intro class provides a foundation in TV and Web Series Writing. You’ll get writing from the very first day, find and develop an idea that inspires you, and begin to shape the characters, themes and world of the show you’ve always wanted to write.

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$375

4 sessions