London Film Academy - Screenwriting Certificate
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Screenwriting Certificate

Ever dreamt of becoming a writer, but you don’t know where to start? Gain an intensive overview of the art of writing for the screen on our two-week Screenwriting Certificate.

Our Screenwriting Certificate is the perfect platform for aspiring writers or writer-directors who have lots of ideas and are looking to make a film. Through a series of practical writing exercises you learn how to stimulate your creativity and develop your own technique, voice and style.

The course was more than I expected, definitely surpassed my expectations. It adapted very well for Zoom sessions too.

 

Online Screenwriting Certificate Student 

We also offer a one-year MA Screenwriting that provides intensive, creative development and practical training in the commercial aspects of screenwriting to ensure you not only develop your craft but leave with a large and impressive volume of work and the know-how to succeed in the business.

It was a very interesting, informative and in depth course. The online course functioned very well and I recommend this course to anyone looking into becoming a screenwriter or screenwriter/director.

 

Online Screenwriting Certificate Student 

COURSE OVERVIEW

Duration: 10 days, 10 consecutive weekdays, full time
Hours: 10:00 – 17:00 (plus additional hours incl. evenings and weekends)

Ever dreamt of becoming a writer, but you don’t know where to start? This course is for aspiring writers or writer-directors who have lots of ideas and are looking to make a film. You have the chance to see how writing for the screen is different from writing a novel or play, and to learn the knack for getting past writer’s block.

You are taught about film narrative, character-driven storytelling, action and dialogue. Attention is given to screenplay formatting and presentation skills (pitching).

You write and rewrite a short film script with script-editing input and guidance from professional film & TV screenwriters, script editors and producers. 

  • Gain an intensive overview of the art of writing for the screen
  • Learn how to stimulate your creativity and develop technique through a series of practical writing exercises
  • Learn to write story outlines and scene-by-scene breakdowns
  • Write, edit and rewrite a short film screenplay
  • Sessions include: an introduction to film narrative; character-driven storytelling; how to write action; how to write dialogue; how to format your screenplay
  • Receive expert script editing guidance and supervision by professionals from the film & TV industry
  • Learn how to present and pitch your idea
  • This course is suitable for writers and writer/directors, both beginners and intermediates

 

This course takes place in person at LFA, 52a Walham Grove, London SW6

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • All applicants must be fluent in English: English Language Level: Upper Intermediate
  • Minimum age 18

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