Learn screenwriting from a Hollywood veteran who’s worked on billion-dollar franchises at DreamWorks, MGM, and Disney—not academic theory, but the actual craft that sells scripts. This proven 8-week course teaches you the character-driven storytelling method that turns aspiring writers into screenwriters who finish scripts and get them seen.
1 hour a week. Includes one 30min private consult at the conclusion of course.
Zoom classes held live and retained online for private access.
Each class is limited to 10 students for personalized attention and interaction.
Each class is capped at $125 - no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Master the fundamental storytelling principles and structural techniques that professional screenwriters use to craft compelling narratives
Learn how to develop three-dimensional characters, create authentic dialogue, and build emotional resonance that keeps audiences engaged
Develop working knowledge of industry-standard screenplay formatting, scene construction, and the critical elements that grab readers' attention in the first 10 pages
Gain practical experience through hands-on writing exercises and scene work, building a portfolio of polished material to showcase your skills
Join us for a thrilling week-by-week program designed to enhance your screenwriting skills. Each session is crafted to guide you through key concepts, techniques, and exercises that will empower you to tell your story with confidence. Stay updated as we unlock the tools of successful screenwriters and foster a community of creativity.
Week 1
We get down to basics: “Who, What, Where, When, Why and How.” The basis of all storytelling. Journalism, Drama, screen, stage, whatever…every story has these six elements.
Week 2
A comprehensive overview of the eight essential screenwriting elements: character, concept, genre, plot, tone, structure, theme, and dialogue, establishing the foundation for deeper exploration in coming weeks.
Week 3
Dive deep into character craft, exploring how to build strong protagonists, understanding character arcs and their importance, and examining the types and archetypes that populate successful screenplays.
Week 4
Story Structure is your best friend. I’ll show you why and teach you how to use Fence Posts and Story Anchors to create the framework for a tight screenplay.
Week 5
Explore how concept, genre, and tone interlock as the Holy Trinity, helping you identify what type of movie you’re writing and define your target audience.
Week 6
Delivers the blood, guts, and muscle. Learn to fill story anchors with actual scenes, craft your A Story, develop compelling subplots, and weave multiple threads into a cohesive narrative.
Week 7
Master the deeper meaning beneath your story’s surface through theme, bring characters to life with purposeful dialogue, and learn to construct scenes that advance plot while revealing character.
Week 8
Learn the step by step process from sequence breakdown to polished draft: organizing scenes with fenceposts, creating slug line outlines, adding stage direction and dialogue, then refining through feedback and polish.
