Enhance your writing abilities and storytelling techniques in this dynamic screenwriting course offered online via Zoom. Whether you're just exploring scriptwriting or aiming to refine your skills, this course will guide you through the essentials of creating compelling screenplays. You’ll explore story structure, develop strong characters, write effective dialogue, and learn how to pitch your script ideas professionally.
Through engaging classes and practical exercises, you’ll gain the tools to produce marketable scripts and take your writing from page to screen.
Course Outline
- Week 1: Script structure – understand form, conflict, timing, and plot
- Week 2: Creating characters that actors will love to play
- Week 3: How to break your story into scenes
- Week 4: Using subplots and additional storylines to build depth
- Week 5: Writing visual dialogue and descriptions
- Week 6: Concept documents and pitching ideas
- Week 7: Editing and rewriting your script
- Week 8: Accessing screenwriting resources
Additional Information
- The tutor will provide course notes
- Suggested films for pre-course viewing: Pulp Fiction, Star Wars: A New Hope, Undead, Thelma and Louise, Citizen Kane, Strictly Ballroom
- Recommended books and movies may be shared for further script development
Details
You will learn
- Understand effective movie structure, genres, and plot development
- Build strong characters and write impactful scenes
- Master scriptwriting techniques, dialogue, and script editing
You will get
- Expert guidance and structured online lessons
- Course notes provided by the tutor
- Recommended materials and film analysis for further study
Appropriate for
Beginners and advanced writers seeking to develop screenwriting skills
Preparation
What to bring
- Notebook with removable pages
- Pen or pencil
- Optional viewing of suggested films prior to course
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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