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TV Comedy II: TV Comedy Draft
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 1132 Van Pelt Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You have all the elements of a great TV Comedy: a great premise, clear characters, an engaging world, and a solid beat sheet. Unfortunately, the thought of actually writing the pilot fills you with dread every time you stare down at the blank screen. No problem! Jack Kukoda (Superstore, Mr. Pickles) will take you through the paces in this 8-week Online TV Comedy Pilot Draft Writing Workshop. He will help you hone your beat sheets, turn them...
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From Game of Thrones to Mad Men: Writing the TV Drama
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Do you have a great idea for HBO’s next hit series? Let successful TV writer Sam Ernst (“Crisis”, “Haven”) help you transform your brilliant premise into a page-turning script! You’ll sample the different genres of TV dramas, plan a season arc that keeps the audience hooked, and break your pilot story just like they do in the writer’s room. Sam will show you how to dramatize your life’s details, create realistic dialogue, and sprinkle...
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So You Want to be a Screenwriter?
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You dream of writing a killer screenplay that launches you to the top of “The Black List” and gets you a seven figure deal. Or maybe you want to see your life play out on an Emmy award-winning HBO series. The problem is, you’ve never written a “duck scene,” heard of a logline, or opened Final Draft. If so, this is the class for you. Enter veteran Screen and TV writer Chris Reed. He’s written for all the big boys, Disney, Fox, Sony, and...
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So You Wanna be a Screenwriter? Beginning Screenwriting
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You dream of writing a killer script that launches you to the wtop of “The Black List” and gets you a seven figure deal. Or maybe you want to turn your life story into an Emmy award-winning HBO series. If so, veteran screenwriter and TV writer Chris Reed can help. He’s written for all the big boys, Disney, Fox, Sony, and Nickelodeon and even created the a screenplay “Jaguar” that would eventually become “The Lion King” while working...
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Writing a Pilot that Can Fly
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Do you have a brilliant idea for next season’s hit TV show? Then this five-week Los Angeles Pilot Class is for you. Let successful TV writer David Iserson (Mr Robot, New Girl, Mad Men, Saturday Night Live), share his secrets for developing the DNA of your show, developing characters that bring us back, season after season. Through lively craft lectures and David’s help on your script idea, you’ll have developed the formula for your series...
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TV II: TV Draft Writing
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
You have a killer beat sheet for your TV Pilot, but when sit down to write, everything turns to mush: vague characters, huge data dumps, clunky dialogue, and scenes that go nowhere. In this ten-week Online TV Draft Writing Workshop, you’ll get the instructor's help crafting an amazing outline and writing scenes that have a complete beginning, middle and end and pack a serious punch. You’ll learn to how to open your pilot, capture the...
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TV II: A TV Drama Draft Writing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 1132 Van Pelt Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You have a killer beat sheet for your TV Pilot, but when you sit down to write, everything turns to mush: vague characters, huge data dumps, clunky dialogue, and scenes that go nowhere. If this sounds familiar, successful writing partners John Herrera and Nina Fiore (The Handmaid’s Tale) can help. In this ten-week Online TV Draft Writing Workshop, you’ll get John and Nina’s help crafting an amazing outline and writing scenes that have...
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Adult Writers' Room
Script School See all classes by this school @ 7083 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Unlock your creativity and elevate your screenwriting skills in this immersive and collaborative one-day class. Engage in dynamic discussions, analysis, and constructive feedback as you delve into the elements of screenwriting. Gain valuable insights, perspectives, and a deeper understanding of the craft within a supportive and interactive environment.
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$200
Screenwriter's Treasure Chest: Advanced Skills Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You have an outline for your brilliant screenplay, or maybe even a first draft. But how do you take it to the next level and turn it into a polished, sellable script? Enter veteran screenwriter Chris Reed (Disney, Touchstone) to help you make your screenplay shine. In this 5-week class, Chris shares his secrets for creating emotionally compelling stories, engaging characters, and snappy dialogue. Chris will teach you how to craft character...
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Basics of Script Writing
DBA Flappers University See all classes by this school @ 118 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA
Whether you're writing a play, a screenplay, a sitcom, a sketch or a web series, there are basic essential elements to all script writing that a writer MUST know before they can begin to effectively tell their story! In this intensive workshop designed specifically for comedians looking to learn how to begin to format their ideas for the page, you will learn: the difference between acts, sequences, scenes, French scenes, and beats, the basic structure...
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$49
Coverage Madness: A Script Coverage Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
Dreaming of being a director, screenwriter, producer, or even landing a writer’s assistant gig? Your calling card into this brutally competitive field is your “coverage skills,” the ability to evaluate written material for actors, directors, showrunners, producers, and studio execs. In this one-day class, veteran development exec Nikki Levy (“Frost/Nixon”, “Epic”) will teach you the ABC’s of this invaluable skill, as well as the studio...
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$90
TV: Character Driven Stories
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 1132 Van Pelt Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You’ve got a story, outline or treatment for a TV Show or Feature. You know your characters in and out, but now you have to write compelling, dramatic, hilarious, true scenes! In this one-day Bringing TV Characters To Life workshop “Transparent” and “I Love Dick” Consulting Producer Brett Paesel, helps you break down your script into 5 essential movements, a unique form of structure. In this capacity,...
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Anatomy of a Scene: A Scene Writing Clinic
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
Screenwriting is scene writing. Your story comes to life through well crafted moments, authentic dialog, rising and falling conflict, and strong emotional beats. In this one day scene writing workshop, veteran screenwriter Wayne Powers (The Italian Job) will show you how to build your story from the inside out, making each scene a microcosm of your larger story. Through an engaging lecture, he’ll share his secrets to writing the perfect scene....
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$100
TV Drama I: TV Drama Pilot Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
Do you have a great idea for HBO’s next hit series? Let us help you transform your brilliant premise into a page-turning script! In this 5-week Online TV Drama Pilot Class, you’ll learn how to craft a great logline, structure a compelling story, plan a season arc that keeps the audience hooked, and break your pilot story just like they do in the writers’ room. The instructor will show you how to dramatize and sprinkle in the right amount...
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TV Comedy 1: Pilot Writing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
Note: This class will be offered outside, socially distanced in LA for vaccinated students. Or you can web conference in FOR FREE if you do not live in LA or are not vaccinated. Proof of vaccination will need to be shown at first class meeting. If you are web conferencing in, do not check any dates below UNLESS you need to purchase a recording. Do you have a hysterical idea for next season’s hit breakout comedy? Then this five-week Online TV...
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Screenwriting I: Intro to Screenwriting
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
You dream of writing a killer script that launches you to the top of “The Black List” and gets you a seven figure deal. Veteran screenwriter Chris Reed (12 scripts sold) can help. He’s written for all the big boys, Disney, Fox, Sony, and Nickelodeon and even created the a screenplay “Jaguar” that would eventually become “The Lion King” while working on a three-picture deal at Disney Feature Animation. In this five-week Online Intro...
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Screenwriting II: An Advanced Screenwriting Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
You have an outline for your brilliant screenplay, or maybe even a first draft. But how do you take it to the next level and turn it into a polished, sellable script? Enter veteran screenwriter Chris Reed (Disney, Touchstone) to help you make your screenplay shine. In this 5-week Los Angeles advanced screenwriting workshop, Chris shares his secrets for creating emotionally compelling stories, engaging characters, and snappy dialogue. Chris will...
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TV Comedy III
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
In this class, you’ll learn how to focus your story, trim the fat, tighten your dialogue and open your script in the most compelling way. Todd, a professional showrunner, will help give your script a valuable “last look.” Along with your classmates, you’ll workshop parts of your pilot and address any trouble areas. You’ll get help with joke punch ups, stronger act breaks, and cuts to get your script in a professional shape. You’ll...
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TV Structure for Pilot Writing
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
Note: This is primarily a lecture class with some in-class exercises but not everyone will get to share their writing for feedback due to the seminar format. Writing a TV pilot is a tall order for anyone and without firm footing, your feet are as good as clay. Fortunately, whether you’re writing a thriller set in outer space or an angsty teen romance set on a Montana ranch there’s a set of basic principles that will help you consistently arrive...
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$95
TV Fellowship Bootcamp
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
It’s fellowship season again, a time when legions of aspiring TV Writers battle for a coveted spot in the Writer’s Rooms of ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox on the hottest new shows. Unfortunately the process is grueling (application, resume, personal statement, spec and original material samples, references, multiple elimination rounds, and endless interviews) and only a fraction of a percent are selected. What you need is your own personal Yoda to help...
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