Turn in pages to get individualized feedback from an experienced instructor
Concentrate on improving structure, characterization, and scene construction
Prepare to enter screenwriting competitions and the commercial marketplace as you rewrite your feature film
About this course:
This advanced workshop is intended for 12 serious writers who want to turn good scripts into great ones. You first work closely with the instructor to analyze your script's overall strengths and weaknesses. Every week, you turn in pages and receive back specific notes that help guide you to concentrate on structure, characterization, scene construction and other aspects of the screenwriting process. As you rewrite, you get further feedback, designed to prepare you to enter screenplay competitions and the commercial marketplace. The course goal is to rewrite your full-length feature film script.
Prerequisites
Submit the feature-length screenplay that you will rewrite in the course.
Admission to this course is by application only and the selection process is competitive. It is recommended that students take intermediate-level courses prior to submitting their work. When this course is open for enrollment, click "See Details" for application guidelines and quarterly application deadlines.
Spring 2025 Schedule
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Format
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
$100 nonrefundable. Enrollment discounts limited to WP NOW members; no other discounts apply.
Enrollment limited to 12 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
The priority deadline for applications is March 3, 2025. Applications submitted after this date are not guaranteed consideration.
Instructions for Submitting to Advanced-Level Courses:
Click on “Enroll” then follow the prompts to check out and create a new account, or enter your information as a returning student. Then, follow the remaining instructions below:
At the “Contact Information” Page, be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page and initial both boxes under “Privacy Policies.” Continue Checkout.
Click “Start” on the first Application page.
On the 2nd Application page, click “Start” on the bottom left side of the page.
NOTE: despite being asked to enter payment information, YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED for this course unless you choose to enroll if / when you receive a notice of acceptance for the course. In other words, it’s 100% free to apply. The full course fee will be due up front to register, prior to attending the course. Since enrollment is restricted there are no applicable discountable promos available for this course.
Selection notices will likely be distributed via email 1 to 2 weeks before the class is scheduled to start. In the meantime, you can also register for alternative open-enrollment course and transfer upon your acceptance.
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
No refunds after March 26, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Contact Us
Speak to a student advisor. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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