Explore the art of crafting captivating stories for the small screen. Develop compelling characters, dynamic conflicts, and rich worlds while mastering the unique elements of television writing, including story engines, multi-plot juggling, and beat sheets. Begin building a pilot that delivers a powerful story and teases countless possibilities for the future.
John is a great teacher and a fun person. Those are critical for learning. Nobody wants a teacher who is judgey or mean or just not fun. For such a short class, I learned a ton. Thanks so much John!
Writing for television is just like every other kind of dramatic writing…until it isn’t. For those intrigued by writing for the small screen, Writing for TV I is an introduction to what is universal and what is unique about television writing.
The class will start by helping students create and flesh out the basics of a compelling story – a great protagonist, a great antagonist, and conflict that takes place in a powerful and exciting world. Then students will learn how to use particulars of television writing – creating a story engine, juggling multiple plots, and writing beat sheets – to further illuminate the characters and stories they have created.
Students will work towards the creation of a pilot that will tell one great story while hinting at many more.
Part I of a two part course.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
All payments are non-refundable (unless the school cancels the class).
Commitment is for the duration of the session. There are no credits or refunds for individual missed classes. If you discontinue any class before the ending date of the session, you forfeit your fee.
A student may not transfer to a different class once a class has begun.
The school reserve the right to change teachers at any time.
In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
Students have positive things to say about the Writing for TV I class. They appreciate the instructor's methods, emphasizing the importance of having a supportive instructor. Despite the short duration of the class, students feel they have learned a significant amount. One student mentions that the class was very motivating with good exercises and encouragement, providing a good jump start for their writing journey. Quotes: 1. "For such a short class, I learned a ton." 2. "Very motivating. Good exercises, good encouragement. Good jump start!"
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