Topics in Media Writing (360-0-23)

Topic

Writing Late Night

Instructors

Hope Rehak

Meeting Info

Annie May Swift Hall 219: Wed 6:00PM - 8:50PM

Overview of class

In this class, you will channel your own point of view and sense of humor into writing late night packets. A packet is a writing sample used in the hiring process. You'll refine your comic sensibilities of rhythm, timing, subject matter, and style into a polished packet, which can serve as a calling card for writing topical comedy. Though we will be focusing on the English-language American late night show format, students are always welcome to explore the diversity of late night around the world and bring what (and who) interests them into the classroom.

Class Materials (Required)

There is no required textbook for this course. However, I recommend acquiring a copy of "Comedy Writing for Late-Night TV" by Joe Toplyn, if you are able. Excerpts and exercises from that book will be used in class.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for RTVF Majors with the RTVF 260-0 prerequisite or students in Writing: MFA or Documentary Media: MFA programs until the end of preregistration, after which time enrollment will be open to everyone with the prerequisite.” Students must have completed RTVF 260-0 in order to register for this course (concurrent registration is not allowed) or students in Writing: MFA or Documentary Media: MFA programs