Shonda Rhimes Teaches Writing For Television

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Free Online Course: Shonda Rhimes Teaches Writing For Television provided by MasterClass is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 6-7 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from MasterClass. Shonda Rhimes Teaches Writing For Television is taught by Shonda Rhimes.

Overview
  • Teaches Writing for Television

    When Shonda Rhimes pitched Grey’s Anatomy she got so nervous she had to start over. Twice. Since then, she has created and produced TV’s biggest hits. In her screenwriting class, Shonda teaches you how to create compelling characters, write a pilot, pitch your idea, and stand out in the writers’ room. You’ll also get original pilot scripts, pitch notes, and series bibles from her shows. Welcome to Shondaland.

Syllabus
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    1. Introduction
    2. Teach Yourself TV Writing
    3. Finding an Idea
    4. Developing the Concept
    5. Researching Your Story
    6. Creating Memorable Characters: Part 1
    7. Creating Memorable Characters: Part 2
    8. Pitching Your Show
    9. Writing a Script: Structure
    10. Writing a Script: Process
    11. Writing a Script: Effective Habits
    12. Writing a Script: The Pilot
    13. Writing Authentic Dialogue
    14. Case Study: Grey's Anatomy Pilot - Part 1
    15. Case Study: Grey's Anatomy Pilot - Part 2
    16. Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act One
    17. Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Two
    18. Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Three
    19. Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Four
    20. Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Five
    21. Editing Your Script
    22. Beyond the Pilot: Writing a Series
    23. Scandal Case Study: "It's Handled"
    24. Breaking into the Industry
    25. Working in a Writers’ Room
    26. Working in TV Production
    27. Showrunning
    28. Life of a Writer
    29. Shonda's Journey
    30. Conclusion