Module #1 Introduction to Screenwriting Overview of the screenwriting industry, importance of storytelling, and course objectives
Module #2 The Fundamentals of Storytelling Understanding the basics of storytelling, including character, plot, theme, and structure
Module #3 Script Format and Structure Learning the industry-standard script format and understanding the three-act structure
Module #4 Character Development Creating believable and compelling characters, including character arcs and dialogue
Module #5 Plot and Pacing Building a engaging plot, including inciting incidents, turning points, and climaxes
Module #6 Theme and Tone Exploring the importance of theme and tone in screenwriting, and how to convey them effectively
Module #7 Dialogue and Subtext Crafting realistic and effective dialogue, including subtext and character voice
Module #8 World-Building and Setting Creating a rich and immersive world, including setting, atmosphere, and production design
Module #9 Research and Inspiration Finding inspiration and conducting research to inform your script
Module #10 Script Idea Generation Techniques for generating script ideas, including brainstorming and idea development
Module #11 Outline and Treatment Creating a solid outline and treatment, including scene cards and storyboard
Module #12 First Draft Writing Writing your first draft, including tips for overcoming writers block and staying motivated
Module #13 Revising and Editing Techniques for revising and editing your script, including feedback and rewriting
Module #14 Script Analysis Analyzing and evaluating scripts, including script coverage and feedback
Module #15 Industry Insights and Trends Understanding the current state of the screenwriting industry, including trends and market demands
Module #16 pitching and Selling Your Script Preparing a pitch, creating a logline, and understanding the script selling process
Module #17 Collaboration and Feedback Working with others, including directors, producers, and actors, and giving and receiving feedback
Module #18 The Business of Screenwriting Understanding the business side of screenwriting, including contracts, agents, and residuals
Module #19 Adapting Material Adapting novels, plays, and other source material into screenplays
Module #20 Writing for Different Genres Understanding the conventions and challenges of writing for different genres, including horror, comedy, and drama
Module #21 Writing for Television Understanding the differences between writing for film and television, including episodic structure and TV script format
Module #22 Writing for Animation The unique challenges and opportunities of writing for animation, including script format and storytelling techniques
Module #23 Script Registration and Protection Protecting your script and intellectual property, including script registration and copyright law
Module #24 Career Development and Networking Building a career as a screenwriter, including networking, writing groups, and professional development
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Screenwriting and Scriptwriting career
