Creating the Concept

SCRIPT X 463.10E

Perfect and focus your ideas before you even put fingers to keyboard in this generative class focused on story development and form.

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Online
Starting at $485.00
As few as 6 weeks
2.0

What you can learn.

  • Review which ideas translate into good films, and which are better suited for television series
  • Learn what helps you stand out as a writer in the crowded field of film and television
  • Evaluate market trends to develop the right perspectives you can use to move projects forward
  • Develop at least three concepts you can use as scripts

About this course:

In this course, we review what ideas will translate into good movies, and which ideas are better suited for television. We explore what can make you stand out from other writers before you've even written a word. By looking at the art of storytelling with current market trends, you develop perspectives that will help you launch your ideas into successful projects. By the end of the course, you have at least three articulated concepts you can pursue as scripts. 

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Valerie Brandy
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Fee:
$485.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. 

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to May 04, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet required to retrieve course materials.

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