Want to write for the screen but not sure where to start?

Beginner's Guide to Screenwriting is a six part writing course that demystifies the nuts and bolts of screenwriting. Every Wednesday evening I’ll take you step by step through what you need to know to start writing. And show you how to avoid newbie mistakes!

Facilitator: Kathryn Burnett

Perhaps you're already underway but not sure if you're on the right track or keep losing momentum. No matter what level you're at - if you want to improve your screenwriting skills our Beginner’s Guide to Screenwriting is designed especially for you.

Check out our video testimonials for this course.

Screenwriting has much in common with other forms of creative writing and storytelling but it has a distinct form and language. This workshop provides an excellent grounding in both and offers genuine insight into how film and television projects are put together.

Need to miss a class? No problem - you have access to recordings so you can catch up.

“Your advice and direction has been invaluable and you are a wonderful mentor and teacher, Kathryn. I've got a huge amount of resources that need to be delved into at some point but you’ve given me a great structured starting point. I really enjoyed my time on the course - I'll be back!” Erroll Shand - Actor

“Congrats on a great workshop. I’ve done a few and think yours is by far one of the most comprehensive. Really enjoyed it - you really know your stuff. " - Scott Butler - Advertising Director

“Kathryn's screenwriting workshop was brilliant. I loved learning from her and would sit at the front of the class, furiously jotting down notes like a nerd. Kathryn has a natural ability to connect with an audience. She teaches with patience and humour and I'd recommend the workshop for anyone wanting to learn more about screenwriting.” Jaquie Brown – Presenter, Actor, Screenwriter

“I’ve gone from being too intimidated to write a scene, to feeling equipped to take on a feature! Thanks so much!” – Angus Dreaver

"I feel like I learned years of knowledge in two days. It was incredible so stop reading this and go sign up!" Francesca Wen Xiu Logan - Aspiring Screenwriter

Who is this workshop for? Newer screenwriters or industry professionals looking to up-skill their screenwriting know-how.

How does this sound?

• A fun, supportive learning environment. (No pressure to share.)

• Clear, practical information and advice from an industry insider.

• Guidance on making sure your idea is cinematic.

• Learn what differentiates a screenplay from other forms of writing - and what that means for the screenwriter.

• Insights to help you avoid newbie mistakes from the get-go.

• Instruction on how screenplay stories are put together.

• Invaluable story exercises designed to help you develop your kick-ass story.

• E-notes and access to workshop recordings.

Did I mention that it's fun?

"Kathryn Burnett is the bombdiggity. She brings amazing experience, intelligence, and passion to her teaching. She has a comprehensive understanding of movies, cinema history, and storytelling technique, and is effective and engaging when sharing that knowledge with her students. Kathryn is to storytelling tutors as Carlos the Jackal is to international assassins. I can't recommend her highly enough." Steve Barr - screenwriter, producer, and development executive

You will learn:

• The basic how and why of writing for film, including plot, story structure, dialogue, big print, character arc and the visual grammar of screenplays.

• How writing a screenplay differs from writing other forms of fiction

• How genre impacts and influences your story

• The importance of starting with a cinematic premise

• How to format a screenplay

• How to create compelling watchable characters

• How to write a logline, synopsis and beat sheet

• How to structure your story before you start writing.

• The differences between writing a feature film, short film and TV.

• What to do next once you've finished your draft.

SW101 - 6 WEEK ONLINE COURSE

ALL SESSIONS ARE LIVE VIA ZOOM, EACH WEDNESDAY AT 7-9PM

WHEN: tbc 2022

WHERE: YOUR PLACE

HOW: LIVE STREAMING

GRAB YOUR EARLYBIRD TICKET: $410

GENERAL TICKET: $495