Foundations of Screenwriting: Writing for Netflix & TV
Develop essential film & video skills with expert instruction and practical examples.
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Join over 60,000 students learning from our courses. Do you want to write for television and streaming companies like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, NBC, CBS or HBOMax. This course will teach you the essentials of screenwriting for top television network and streaming companies.
Taught by best-selling author and screenwriter Geoffrey D. Calhoun. We'll cover:Concept & LoglineTheme and ToneWorld BuildingCharacter: Differences Between Feature and TVConflict and PurposeBuilding LayersStory PatternsMysteries and Open LoopsPlot ArcsElevation of ConflictPushing Your CharactersThe A, B, and C PlotsOne Hour Drama StructureHalf Hour Comedy StructureHow to Create a Series BibleTelevision Script Formatting---------------------------------------What people are saying about our other courses: THIS COURSE IS AMAZING.
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