Past Workshop Descriptions

Introduction to Screenwriting

Please note date changes from printed brochure.

Aimed at those with little or no experience writing screenplays, this course will introduce basic storytelling concepts and screenwriting techniques. You will learn how to structure a narrative and create engaging scenes that capture the audience’s attention. Participants should have a basic idea for a story they would like to write for the screen, and they must be willing to discuss their idea in class. Topics covered will be relevant to those looking to write a short film, a television pilot, a web series or a feature film. More experienced writers looking for a refresher are also welcome to register.

Participants are expected to attend all the scheduled classes starting Tuesday November 12, and read each script submission prior to the workshop start time at 7pm on Tuesday November 19, December 3 and December 10 (there will be no class on November 26). The instructor will use each individual project to illuminate screenwriting concepts and storytelling techniques that will be of use to every writer. Participants must submit a story summary (two paragraphs maximum) of their story idea by Friday November 8, 2024  and should be committed to spending some time developing their concept between classes. Please submit your story summary to workshops@lift.on.ca with “LIFT Fall 2024: Introduction to Screenwriting” in the subject line. The Introduction to Independent Filmmaking workshop is recommended as a prerequisite.

READ BEFORE REGISTERING
Prior to the class, please create a profile on Zoom and download the free version of the application. You will receive an email from LIFT with an invitation link to join the workshop one hour before the class begins which will prompt you to open the application or web browser. Please ensure that you log in using a Zoom account with a profile name that appears as the same name registered for the class. If not, for security reasons, you may not be permitted to join. During the workshop, we advise that you keep your microphone on mute to minimize external noise and that you unmute when participating in class discussions. Please also arrive to the session on time for attendance and class participation. ONLINE workshops may be recorded for staff and facilitator assessment. Recorded material will not be made available to participants. Review all workshop policies before registering.

Past Instructor: Stephen Davis
Category: Writing
Maximum Capacity: 6
12 hours of instruction in 4 parts$225 /member$250 /nonmember

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