Foundations of Screenwriting (260-0-22)

Instructors

Erik Gernand

Meeting Info

Annie May Swift Hall 219: Wed 9:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

This course will provide students with a working knowledge of the fundamentals of screenwriting. Students will learn how core concepts of character, structure, plot, theme, setting, and tone work together on the page to create narrative. Students will explore these concepts and their practice in film, as well as how they might utilize these concepts to express their personal voice and vision.

Registration Requirements

This class is reserved for incoming RTVF majors during first-year registration; if spots remain open at the start of classes, the class will open to non-majors.

Class Attributes

Freshmen/Sophomores Only

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Radio/TV/Film Freshmen and Sophomores