Introduction to Screenwriting (WR09 Summer)

This beginners’ course is designed to kick-start you into writing for the screen! You’ll use writing techniques to generate ideas and explore some of the varied screenwriting forms, that you can choose to take home and develop further or share wider.

What will you learn on this course?

Taught by a practicing screenwriter, you will learn about:

• Film premise and ideas generation
• Pitching your work and receiving feedback
• Screenplay format and structure
• Visual storytelling
• Creative use of location and place
• Characterisation
• Short films, TV pilots and feature length

You will be taught practical writing exercises and techniques to use in your own writing and explore the idea that writing is a process for continued development to make you feel motivated to continue your work at home.

Students will have the opportunity to share their work and receive feedback.

By the end of the course everyone will have several pieces of their own writing which have been generated in response to tutor topics and techniques.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for adults aged 18+ years. It is open to beginners and no previous experience in screenwriting is required as full instruction with be given. The course is also suitable for anyone who lacks confidence in their writing or hasn’t written creatively for a while.

At the heart of MAC is a focus on accessibility and inclusion. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs. The room is wheelchair accessible. A personal assistant or companion must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support.

Do you need to bring anything?

Please bring a laptop with pre-downloaded screenwriting software. We recommend free software packages such as CeltX or StudioBinder. You are also welcome to bring a notebook and a pen along with any preferred writing material.

Are there any additional costs?

There are no additional costs.

Who teaches this course?

John Bradburn