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Hurry, Last Chance to Register!   This live webinar reveals the elements necessary to crafting strong, dynamic, cinematic scenes and set pieces that will grab audiences, exploit your hook and progress your story. We’ll break down the structural parts of a scene, the questions you need to ask while writing your scenes, the different types of scene conflict, how to know when a scene can be cut, how to know when to start and end your scenes, crafting stronger transitions, and how to create set pieces that will sell your concept.   The 3 Basic Building Blocks of story and how to apply that to your scenes. What elements are needed to create strong, dynamic, compelling scenes. How to ensure that your scenes are executed well and necessary to the script. A checklist of questions to ask yourself as you outline, write, and rewrite your scenes. The structural anatomy of a scene and your character’s arcs. The difference between scenes and set piece sequences. and much more! Screenwriters of any level looking to strengthen their scripts and scenes. Screenwriters who want to know how to analyze and craft their scenes like a pro. Screenwriters looking to create stronger set piece sequences. Writers who want great examples of compelling, perfect scenes in film & TV. Writers who struggle with bringing out character arcs or conflict, creating strong transitions, or making their scenes as tight as possible. Writers who want a specific breakdown on scene mechanics and types of scenes to avoid.   Last Chance to Sign Up! February 25, 2021   SIGN UP NOW!   Instructor: Danny Manus   Danny Manus is a former development executive, a screenwriter, and is the CEO of No BullScript Consulting. He was ranked a “Cream of the Crop” script consultant by CS Magazine. His clients include finalists and winners of prestigious contests including the ABC/Disney Fellowship, Austin Film Festival, PAGE Awards, Scriptapalooza, etc. Danny has appeared on numerous popular podcasts, BBC radio, was a columnist for ScriptMag, and has been a speaker at dozens of events and venues.     Active Interest Media P.O. Box 20730 Boulder, Colorado, 80308 United States     Hurry, Course Starts Thursday!   This course will show you, step-by-step, how to write script coverage. We will cover key elements of screenwriting coverage, including writing a synopsis, analyzing a script, writing an evaluation, script formatting, and finding work as a reader. Whether you want to become a script reader, a story analyst, or just want to polish up your own script, a solid understanding of format and script structure will be essential. Writers put on a different hat after a script is written: revising a script is a different skill set than creating one. Gain firsthand insight into what story analysts must look for when reading a script and specifics as to what will prompt them to reject or consider a project for production. You will also learn what movie executives demand in a winning screenplay and how the story analyst’s role fits into this scenario. By the end of this workshop, you will receive a certification of completion of this course to assist you in getting work as a story analyst.   February 25 - April 22   LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP!   Instructor: Brian O'Malley   B. O'Malley started reading scripts in 1994, at the literary agency Media Artists Group. In 1997, he went to work as for legendary B-movie maverick Roger Corman (Little Shop of Horrors, Death Race 2000, Rock and Roll High School), and in 1999 assembled a team of top-notch script readers and filmmakers to launch the script coverage service Screenplay Readers.     Active Interest Media P.O. Box 20730 Boulder, Colorado, 80308 United States        Whether you're completely new to writing screenplays or you're an experienced screenwriter looking to add a new skill, Script University has a course for you, all from the comfort of your home! Click here to view the full course schedule >>   This Week's Webinar:  Crafting Stronger Scenes and Set Pieces with Danny Manus February 25, 1:00 PM PST This live webinar reveals the elements necessary to crafting strong, dynamic, cinematic scenes and set pieces that will grab audiences, exploit your hook, and progress your story. Experienced development executive and screenwriter Danny Manus will break down the structural parts of a scene, show you how to craft stronger transitions, and much more!   Courses Starting This Week:    Scriptreading Certificate Program Instructor: Brian O'Malley This course will show you, step-by-step, how to write script coverage. We will cover key elements of screenwriting coverage, including analysis of structure, plot, characters, dialogue and genre through the eyes of a film executive. Get your certification and start making money! The Fundamentals of Screenwriting: Give your Script a Solid Foundation Instructor: Donald H Hewitt Have an amazing idea for a movie, but don’t know how to begin writing it? In this course, you will gain the tools to structure your scenes, your acts, and your plots. This four-week workshop is the perfect introduction to the fantastic world of writing a script, from the fundamentals of the story down to the revision process. Introduction to Playwriting Instructor: Paul Peditto There are few feelings more exciting than sitting in the back of a dark theatre watching live actors perform your words, while an audience laughs and cries or even shifts uncomfortably in their seats. Whether you’ve never written anything before, you’re experienced in another kind of writing, or you’re a playwright looking to sharpen your skills, this course offers clear, step-by-step guidance in the basics.   Creating the Viral Web Series Instructor: Rebecca Norris In recent years, the Internet has created space for an entirely new storytelling format: the web series. Cheap to make and easily accessible for viewers, a web series can be the perfect way for you to get started as a filmmaker and be noticed for your talent. By the end of the course, you’ll have your pilot in hand — and a plan for where you want to take your series in subsequent episodes.   Hate being tied to a schedule? Check out our affordable Self-Paced Courses >> EXPERT INSTRUCTORS | CONVENIENT ACCESS INVALUABLE FEEDBACK   Active Interest Media P.O. Box 20730 Boulder, Colorado, 80308 United States