The Fairy Godmothers with the wand
Movies are magical and scriptwriters are the Fairy Godmothers with the magical wand. The movie industry allows you to create a whole new world of your own, and watch it come alive on the screen in movie theatres. As a scriptwriter, all the magic begins with you.
We can imagine a world without movies but I am sure it will be all black and white. Movies add colour to lives, so deciding to take up a career in scriptwriting means you will be affecting lives, and at the same time enjoy an interesting career.
Who says you have to be a teacher, doctor or soldier to affect lives. The pen is a mighty tool in the hands of a writer and screenwriters use these every day to positively influence the lives of people.
NEXT SESSION BEGINS SOON
Click on the Button Below to Request Course Schedule & Current Price
FULL COURSE CURRICULUM
WRITING FOR FILM
Nollywood and the film industry have its own set of rules and internal logic. Knowing what is expected of you and your script is useful information that will enable you to develop captivating stories that break through the monotony. Write well, and you'll have a better chance of moving up the movie-making chain. Our scriptwriting course in lagos was created for you.
-
INTRODUCTION TO SCRIPT WRITING
Let's introduce you to scriptwriting, the history, the concept and the impact of script in the media industry and how story affect lives..
-
FILM GENRES
Movies are categorized in Genres and knowing them is the starting point of your career in Scriptwriting. You will also gain a thorough understanding of your film's place within the framework of the genre you have selected.
-
FICTION & NON-FICTION
Your story can either be a fiction or non-fiction... but whichever one it is, there are rules that should be followed to develop each.
-
REALISM & NONREALISM IN CINEMA
Simple explanation of the tactics used in realism and naturalism theater, as well as the similarities and distinctions between the two genres.
Fundamentals of Storytelling
This course will introduce you to key narrative devices like plot, character, and conflict and demonstrate how to use them to create stronger, more interesting writing. Learn how storytelling can be a vital tool in your creative and professional skill set, whether you're writing a proposal, updating your resume, or selling a new product.
-
THE RULES OF STORYTELLING
Every story has a clear structure and purpose. Telling a compelling story is a great way to influence others to agree with your viewpoint or take certain actions. Developing your storytelling skills can help you connect with audiences in a unique way and achieve commercial goals. We will teach you everything you need to know about story telling and how to write a good story.
-
RESEARCH & STORY DEVELOPMENT?
Weeks of research and story development are crucial to creating a new production. With the chance to investigate the subject matter, try new things, and play, a group of theatre creators can start to address issues that cannot be resolved by one individual sitting in front of a computer screen writing a screenplay.
-
AN IDEA
How to develop an IDEA from within you. and the build on your idea and make you sellable.
-
CHARACTERIZATION
Study Characterization in literature as the process of developing characters. Characterization is crucial because it advances the plot, expresses ideas, and adds to the spectacle. Learn as a playwright how to develop characters that are appropriate for each story.
-
PLOT, CONFLICT & PARADIGM SHIFT
Learn how to create the plot of your story, understand the different types of plots and which best suits your story. We would also look at Conflict in script writing as the engine that drives the plot of your story forward, giving it purpose.
SCRIPTWRITING STRUCTURE
Scripts with formatting issues, typos, and other mistakes give the coverage reader the impression that your work is unprofessional. If you fail to produce a properly formatted, error-free script, it will be discarded immediately.Are you ready for your next big story? Learn how to develop a concept into a screenplay by identifying its natural structure and core components. Successfully sell your plot synopsis and turn it into a script for a feature-length film.
-
THE 3 ACT STRUCTURE
Master the 3 Act Struscture which is a narrative model in fiction that segments a story into three parts (Acts). The three acts are known as the Setup, the Confrotation and the Resolution. See how the three act structure helps you as a playwright to keep your tale anchored and prevent you from losing focus on what you're trying to accomplish with your film.
-
WRITING SCENES & SEQUENCES
Gain an understanding of how to breakdown your scripts into scenes and sequences for film. Learn more about a scene as a unified piece of action occurring in a location and sequence as a combination of series of scenes.
-
A FILM TREATMENT
Become a master when it comes to Film Treatment. Learn how to document your story idea before writing your entire script. It would include all the essential elements of yous story, including, themes, tone and scenes.
-
ELEMENTS OF A SCRIPT
This session covers the basic elements of a script. Format your scripts to industry standards. You'll be able to communicate your narrative in a way that an industry reader is used to hearing it.
-
CONSTRUCTING A STORY
There are steps to take when constructing a story as a script writer. We will share industry secrets that will aid you in constructing and packaging your story to industry standard.
INTRODUCTION TO FINALDRAFTs
Write your first script using the best writing software, Final draft. Go from a novice to a professional scriptwriter with the aid of Final Draft. This course will teacha nd demonstrate all the elements of the software. You will become accustomed to the tools that will make writing a lot easier for you.
-
BASICS OF FINALDRAFT
Introduction to the rudiments of Final Draft. Bring your ideas to paper using the features available in Final Draft.
-
SCRIPT ELEMENTS IN FINALDRAFT
Final draft is designed to help you write better and professionally. We will show and discuss script elements embedded in Final Draft and how you can use them to write your first script.
-
WRITING A SCREENPLAY (1ST DRAFT)
Learn how to take the first step in writing a great script. A first draft is the unfinished version of a written work. Flesh out the narrative concepts and create the primary characters in the first draft of your work, revealing the underlying themes in the process.
-
WRITING A SCREENPLAY (2ND DRAFT)
Once the first draft is out of the way, its time for the second draft where we show you how to spot the problems in the first draft, cut ruthlessly and find the heart of your script. The second draft will involve solving story problems.
-
WRITING A SCREENPLAY (FINAL DRAFT)
This session the last and final draft of your script. It is more focused and should contain all that you need to say and had not had the chance to. We will look into editing your script and adding finishing touches to your story.
SCRIPT FOR TV ADS & DOCUMENTARIES
Writing a screenplay is very different from writing commercial screenplays for TV commercials. Discover the format and get a useful template. We are here to help you understand and become proficient in writing effective script for a TV Commercial and Documentary.
SCRIPT FOR FEATURE FILMS
Become competent in writing scripts for feature films. It takes time and effort to write a feature film script, hence, technical knowledge is necessary. We can show you the tricks of the trade!
SCRIPT FOR TV SERIES
- How to develop a Synopsis for a TV Series
- Developing Sub Stories for the series
- Building Characters for Shows
- How to Build Tension in Closure
- Contracts And Agreements for Script Projects.
LEGAL & COPYRIGHT
- Understanding your Story Rights.
- How To Protect An Idea Or Script.
- Contracts And Agreements for Script Projects.
- Understanding Copy Right Infringements.
- Contracts And Agreements for Script Projects.
Don't Take Our Word for it?
HEAR FROM OUR HAPPY TRIBE
NEXT SESSION BEGINS SOON
Click on the Button Below to Request Course Schedule & Current Price