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It's Time to Write Your Screenplay Next class meets on Thursdays from 7-9 pm, 1/28-2/25 Sponsored by: ASUW Experimental College Location: U.W. campus in Seattle Tuition: $125 Taught by Nils Osmar QUESTIONS? Call 206-420-1309 or email
In this class, you'll learn how to write a screenplay that is grounded in the traditional elements of storytelling, yet expresses something personal and unique without relying on simplistic formulas. We'll focus on plot, genre and character development, identifying and writing for your target audience and more. Plus, you'll learn how to find an agent and how to pitch your screenplay to buyers and producers. We'll wrap up with a demonstration of script formatting using Final Draft. The instructor has written and produced over thirty screenplays and teleplays, including three full-length feature films.
See also: Let's Make a Movie See also: How to Write a Novel See also: Writing fiction and short stories More info about our WRITING CLASSES For a full list of upcoming classes, visit: Classesandworkshops.com
To sign up now for It's Time to Write Your Screenplay, call 206-420-1309 or click the link below. If you don't see a link, go to the Screenwriting Class Page.
- story structure - how to think visually (film is mainly a visual medium, and screenplays need to based around action before you start thinking about dialogue) - how to identify your screenplay's target audience, and why it matters - how to write concise, effective dialogue - how to write loglines and treatments. - types of treatments (you'll learn the differences between the treatment you write before your screenplay, and the one you write as a marketing tool after it's finished) - how to write scenes - how to "pitch" your screenplay to the big studios, plus some methods for getting your script in through a "back door" - how to format your screenplay (and avoid common formatting errors) - and more. We'll do lots and lots of writing, and you'll have a chance to share your writings with the class and get feedback about what's working and what's not.
Student comments
Thanks for the energy you put into the (Screenplay) course... I feel looser and happier and am having more fun writing. - L.D., Seattle The class was really helpful, especially the exercises in writing scenes and writing a complete (very short!) screenplay. I can't believe what I came up with and what other people in the class came up with for that exercise. It was a real window into the amazing creativity we all have inside of us. - Jan H., Seattle I turned some kind of a corner and writing has been easy since the class. Thank you! - Nathan I., Bellevue Thank you for your explanation of how the pitching process works, and how to find an agent - M.L.,Bellevue Wow, what can I say Nils, it was really good, thanks for the encouragement and information - Beth G., Kirkland The advice about editing and rewriting was perfect for what I needed." - Scott W., Bellevue I'm happy with the result of class... I feel liberated instead of stuck. I've been writing again and am very pleased. - Mike K., Seattle I took a class from ______ last year and felt kind of discouraged afterwards; I think he was a discouraged screenwriter and passed that along! I feel encouraged since your class, and am excited to get back to my screenplay. - Jan., Seattle It was a great (class) for me and I'm totally happy with it. - Kris T., Kent
Frequently asked questions
Are these online courses? Or do they meet in a classroom? They are in-person classes that meet in a classroom in Seattle, Washington.
Are your classes sponsored by a school? They are sponsored by two schools: the ASUW Experimental College, a non-credit program run by the Associated Students University of Washington (ASUW), and the Wonder School of the Arts, an independent school established in 1996.
Are they accredited? No, they're non-credit courses for personal enrichment.
Where are the classes held? Most of them are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. The exact building and driving directions will be sent by email when you sign up.
Are they only for U.W. students? Or can anyone sign up? They're open to everyone. You don't have to be a UW student.
How do I sign up? To sign up by phone, call 206-420-1309. To sign up online, use the Add to Cart button near the top of the page. You'll have a choice of paying by Visa or MasterCard, Discover Card or American Exress, or Paypal. If you'd rather pay by check, download this form, print it, and mail it If you have trouble downloading it, call 206-420-1309 or email us and we'll send you a copy.
How can I make sure that a class still has openings? If the payment links are active the class still has openings.
Can I pay using a credit card or debit card? Yes. We can take Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card and American Express. To sign up online using a credit or debit card:
1) scroll up to the top of this page 2) click the Add to Cart button 3) click "proceed to checkout" 4) click at the bottom where it says, "Use your Credit Card or Bank account" and enter your credit card information.
Or just call 206-420-1309, and we can take your credit card over the phone.
Can I pay using Paypal? Yes. Just click the Add to Cart links then choose Paypal as your form of payment.
Can I pay by check? Yes. If you'd like to pay by check, just download this form, print it, and mail it to the address on the form along with your check or money order. If you have trouble downloading or printing it, call us at 206-420-1309 or email us and we'll send you a copy. Download registration form as .pdf - Download registration form as .html
Can I pay using cash? Yes, if you don't mind making a trip over to pay in person. Call 206-420-1309 for information about how to do so.
When will I receive a confirmation? You should receive a confirming email within 24 hours of registering.
What is your refund/cancellation policy?
If you sign up for a class, then it is cancelled, you will receive your choice of either a full cash refund or a tuition credit good toward any of the other classes listed on this page.
If you sign up for a class, then change your mind or can't attend, and notify us before the first meeting, you will receive your choice of either 1) a refund of the entire fee you paid for the class, minus the $10 registration fee, or 2) a tuition voucher for the full amount paid. If you notify us after the first class meeting, but before the second meeting, you'll receive a tuition credit for 50 percent of the class fee.
If you attend some meetings of a class but miss some meetings, you can make up the meetings you missed the following quarter at no charge.
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You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, Paypal, check or cash. To sign up, click the course title to be taken to the class page, then click the Add to Cart link on that page. Or call 206-420-1309 to register by phone.
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Questions? Email Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309