Courses / Undergraduate

Fall 2022

  • Introduction to Screenwriting

    180 002 | CCN: 32226

    Juan Nicolas Pereda Rodriguez

    Location: Dwinelle 226

    Date and Time: TU 1:00pm - 3:59pm

    4 Units

    In this introductory screenwriting course students will explore various approaches to screenwriting for a variety of filmmaking forms, including fiction, non-fiction and experimental modes. Students will complete two short screenplays over the course of the term. In class, students will engage in a series of writing exercises to develop individual scenes.

    Prerequisites: No screenwriting experience needed. Consent of instructor required. The class is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Preference is given to Film & Media majors.

    Interested students should fill out an application form at https://forms.gle/uJVK53g42RRSmAyd7 A writing sample is required (a creative piece such as short story, poem, screenplay, etc. or an academic essay).

    The deadline to fill out the form is Friday June 17. Applicants will be notified of enrollment by Friday July 15.