scheduled workshop

Introduction to Screenwriting

Thu 21 January 2021   7:00pm - 9:00pm
Part II: Thu 4 February 2021   7:00pm - 9:00pm
Part III: Thu 28 January 2021   7:00pm - 9:00pm

Introduction to Screenwriting

Welcome to "The Art of Screenwriting: Unleashing Your Creative Vision," an immersive and transformative screenwriting workshop designed to empower aspiring screenwriters with the knowledge and skills necessary to craft compelling stories for the big and small screen.
During this intensive workshop, participants will embark on an inspiring journey through the art and craft of screenwriting. Whether you're a novice writer looking to develop your storytelling abilities or an experienced writer seeking to enhance your skills, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical tools to bring your ideas to life or take your scripts to the next level.
Over the course of the workshop, you will delve into various essential aspects of screenwriting, including story structure, logline, theme, character development, dialogue, and visual storytelling. Through interactive lectures, group discussions, and hands-on exercises, you will learn the fundamentals of effective screenwriting and gain valuable insights into the industry's current trends and practices.
By the end of the workshop, you will have developed a solid foundation in screenwriting, armed with practical tools and techniques to refine your storytelling abilities. You will leave with a completed short screenplay and a comprehensive understanding of the screenwriting process, ready to embark on your creative journey with renewed confidence.
Join us for "The Art of Screenwriting: Unleashing Your Creative Vision," and unlock the potential of your storytelling power. Together, let's bring your cinematic dreams to life!


*This workshops will take place online using ZOOM. You will recieve a link prior to this workshop*


  • maximum capacity: 10
  • 6 hours of instruction

Instructor: Hope Thompson

A graduate of the Canadian Film Centre's Feature Writing program and UBC's Creative Writing MFA program, Hope writes for stage, film and television and her work explores the queer experience through history and genre. She has had plays produced in Toronto, Vancouver and Los Angeles and her award-winning short films have been screened and broadcast internationally. On the television side, Hope wrote on two seasons of CBC's Baroness Von Sketch Show and was recently hired to co-write a new series. She continues to develop her own queer-focused feature and series projects.
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