Colin Francis Costello

Instructor Bio:

Award-winning screenwriter/director and WGA member who serves on the Committee of Black Writers, the Genre Committee and The Longevity Committee. Colin’s feature film credits include The Stream starring Rainn Wilson. His TV credits include the Emmy-nominated PBS Kids series Moochie Kalala’s Detectives Club. He is also the writer/director of award-winning short films including Storage and The After Party. 

Instructor Statement:

We are captivated by a story because of how it’s told—the characters, the details, the writer's voice. A contemplative stroll into the interior can be as engaging as a rollercoaster ride with tense starts, euphoric crests, and teeth-clattering plunges. As an instructor, I’m energized by helping writers discover and use the tools of the craft. It’s my pleasure to create an inviting and stimulating atmosphere where writers can build a community while navigating the process from inception to Fade to Black. To help you grow, we’ll use a combination of writing assignments, exercises, lectures, movies, and readings. You’ll share and discuss your writing with one another in a safe, supportive workshop environment.