Writing for Television II

Semester and Year	SP 2011
Course Number	ARTS-UG1572
Section	001
Instructor	Imani Douglas
Days	Mon
Time	3:30 PM - 6:10 PM
Units	4.0
Level	U
Foundation Requirement

Notes/Restrictions

Prerequisite K40.1570 or H80.0035 or permission of instructor (st35@nyu.edu).

Description

This workshop focuses on the writer as an individual in the often daunting, sometimes humbling "collaborative" world of TV writing. In this workshop, we will work on capturing the voices, rhythm, and style of varied classic TV hits, while executing class writing assignments. Students will test their discipline, motivation, and ingenuity as they complete their very own "spec script" of a show of their choice, presently on the air. Readings may include How to Write For Television by Madeline Dimaggio, The Sitcom Career Book by Mary Lou Belli and Phil Ramuno, and selections from Story  by Robert McKee and How to Write a Movie in 21 Days by Viki King. Students will be required to work in Final Draft software for class projects.

Course Type

Arts Workshops (ARTS-UG)