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Learn Screenwriting Online at NYFA
In addition to our in-person programs and workshops, NYFA’s Screenwriting School offers a series of online workshops. These hands-on workshops provide aspiring writers with the opportunity to practice writing and bring their story ideas to life in live, interactive classes.
Students are trained in character and story development, as well as how to build worlds, and deploy themes, in addition to important industry best practices. Under the mentorship of our experienced faculty of professional writers, students receive feedback and guidance to help them strengthen their concepts and scripts. No prerequisites or prior experience is required to attend.
Programs
To accomodate all schedules, we offer a selection of online full-time and part-time screenwriting workshops. The longer full-time and part-time workshops provide students with more hands-on training and experience.
A selection of workshops require a prerequisite or submission of full treatment and beat sheet. Additional video lessons are posted online and may be viewed according to a student’s personal schedule.
| Program Name | Schedule | Class Times |
|---|---|---|
| 15-WEEK ONLINE STORY & STRUCTURE WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. | This workshop has several possible class times. Tuesdays at 10 AM PST/1 PM EST Tuesdays at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST Wednesdays at 10 AM PST/1 PM EST |
| 15-WEEK ONLINE SCREENPLAY WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. | This workshop has several possible class times. Tuesdays at 10 AM PST/1 PM EST Tuesdays at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST Wednesdays at 10 AM PST/1 PM EST |
| 15-WEEK ONLINE SCREENPLAY REWRITE WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is held on Tuesdays. | 5 PM PST/8 PM EST |
| 15-WEEK ONLINE TELEVISION SPEC WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is held on Tuesdays. | Tuesdays at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST |
| 15-WEEK ONLINE TELEVISION PILOT WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is held on Tuesdays. | Tuesdays at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST |
| 15-WEEK ONLINE TELEVISION REWRITE WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is held on Tuesdays. | Tuesdays at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST |
| 15-WEEK ONLINE WRITING FOR COMIC BOOKS WORKSHOP | Students will meet once per week for 3 hours. The workshop is held on Tuesdays. | Tuesdays at 5 PM PST/8 PM EST |
| 4-WEEK ONLINE SCREENWRITING – STORY AND STRUCTURE | Students meet in the afternoon (EST) from Monday-Friday. | 12 PM EST – 4:30 PM EST |
| 4-WEEK ONLINE SCREENWRITING – TELEVISION PILOT WORKSHOP | Students meet in the afternoon (EST) from Monday-Friday. | 12 PM EST – 4:30 PM EST |
Equipment and
Technical Requirements
The online screenwriting workshops require students to have a reliable computer, external hard drive, strong internet connection and a quiet place to work. Screenwriting software such as Final Draft is required for our online workshops, and is not included in online tuition.
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Please note: Equipment, curriculum, and projects are subject to change and may vary depending on location. Students should consult the most recently published campus catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum.