Foundations of Screenwriting (260-0-23)

Instructors

Rachel Mun Yi Chin

Meeting Info

Annie May Swift Hall 219: Thurs 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.

Learning Objectives

• Learn how core concepts of character, structure, plot, theme, setting, and tone work together to create a short screenplay
• Articulate and develop your personal voice and vision
• Develop collaborative skills and feedback vocabularies in a workshop environment

Teaching Method

Lecture, Workshop, Individual Meetings and Small Group Projects

Evaluation Method

Attendance
Class participation
Workshop
Homework
Final Project
Readings
Writing assignments
Canvas assignments

Class Materials (Required)

Canvas Posted Handouts, Screenplays and Videos