Can Screenwriting Courses Take Your Writing To A Whole New Level?

Online, March 5, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Hey, everyone!

The process of learning screenwriting is a lengthy and involved one. But, do not assume the journey is one that is arduous. You can have a lot of fun learning the art and science of screenwriting. However, you do need to be guided on your journey. Yes, there are some that are self-taught but their lead may not be the best one to follow. Enrolling in quality screenwriting courses may be the best option to follow.

There is a perception that the only screenwriting courses available are those offered in a formal undergraduate or graduate degree program at a university. While such screenwriting courses and programs are enormously valuable, they are not the only ones available. Many people interested in screenwriting are unable to enroll in university programs to attain their goals. Thankfully, there are also unaccredited screenwriting courses that can help develop a fundamental understanding of how to write a solid screenplay.

Some of these courses are actually offered at the aforementioned universities! Weekend or week long summer courses are available at many reputable film schools. While not comprehensive screenwriting courses, such programs can definitely help those willing to learn the fundamentals of screenwriting on an informal basis.

Such programs are available outside of the university system. Frequently, professional screenwriting educators do not come from academia. Rather, they are working professionals with much knowledge to share. Often, they understand what is needed to properly craft a screenwriting class and are able to help those with a sincere interest in learning to actually learn.

The duration of such programs can be weekend seminars or they can be lengthy multi-week class sessions. Again, there is no formal credit or degree/certificate to be achieved. Most of these programs seek a simple desired end result: the completion of a solid screenplay that can be "shopped around" in the movie business. Such an outcome truly is what most people would desire in the end as opposed to a generic certificate of completion. Really, what value would a screenwriter possess if he/she did not have a decent screenplay completed?

There are also screenwriting courses that are taught one-on-one. Needless to say, such screenwriting courses could be quite expensive. However, the individualized attention definitely may make the cost well worth. Those interested in a high level of results might wish to invest in such training.

The bulk of these screenwriting courses are located in the Los Angeles area which used to be to the lament of many. Thanks to the advent of the internet (Web 2.0 to be precise), it is possible to take part in effective screenwriting distance learning programs. Such screenwriting courses open doors that would otherwise be closed. Who knows? Perhaps distance learning programs could lead to discovering the next legendary name in screenwriting.

There are many available options for screenwriting courses these days. The availability of such courses is definitely a great help for those hoping to venture into the profession of screenwriting. As the saying goes, you need to start somewhere. The wise ones will start with screenwriting courses.

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