Preparing The Screenplay

(4 Credits)

A one-semester screenwriting class in which students will have the opportunity to do the necessary preparatory work before writing a feature length screenplay. The structure of the class will mirror the real world experience of working writers. Students will be asked to come up with an idea for their script, pitch the story, do any needed research, and then proceed to a detailed step-outline. It is required that this class be taken before taking Developing The Screenplay and/or Adaptation: a Screenwriting Workshop, or Advanced Feature Writing I. Script Analysis is also recommended for students who want to take these courses. This course allocates as Scriptwriting for Film & TV majors.