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Scriptwriting & Preproduction

Class Number: VISUALCM 10206180-1 - Scriptwriting & Preproduction
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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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

  • Fall
  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. Analyze writing for traditional and new media outlets
  2. Develop written copy for traditional and online distribution
  3. Determine target audience idiosyncrasies
  4. Establish story context and plot
  5. Prepare essential screenplay elements
  6. Develop characters and dialog
  7. Create storyboards for visualizing production
  8. Perform script analysis for production
  9. Prepare production schedules
  10. Manage budgeting conditions
  11. Establish equipment needs

Class Details

Class Number:
VISUALCM 10206180-1 - Scriptwriting & Preproduction
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
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Delivery:
Blended
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

Blended: In-Person and Online

                Class Format:

·         Combination of in-person and online instruction.

·         Attend in-person sessions at specified dates, times, and location.

·         Access remaining instruction online.

·         For more info, visit Blended Classes.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/19/2026 - 10/12/2026 Wednesday
9:30 AM - 12:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room BT210
8/19/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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