Scriptwriting & Preproduction
Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-206-180
Course Description
10-206-180 SCRIPTWRITING & PREPRODUCTION ...research and development of writing for broadcast (traditional and web) and pre-produced media. Script based production planning including budgeting, scheduling, storyboarding and logistics planning. Legal matters including copyright, talent and location releases.
Course Typically Offered
Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.
How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?
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What will I learn?
- Analyze writing for traditional and new media outlets
- Develop written copy for traditional and online distribution
- Determine target audience idiosyncrasies
- Establish story context and plot
- Prepare essential screenplay elements
- Develop characters and dialog
- Create storyboards for visualizing production
- Perform script analysis for production
- Prepare production schedules
- Manage budgeting conditions
- Establish equipment needs