First Draft in 60 Days!

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An intensive 10 Week  Screenwriting Programme with Kathryn Burnett that helps you take your awesome film idea to first draft in 60 days!

<h3><strong>IS 2023 THE YEAR YOU TURN THAT AWESOME FILM IDEA INTO A SCREENPLAY? </strong></h3><p>If You Want to Start (or Finish) Your Screenplay  - You Need a Plan.  </p><p>Give it the best possible start by working with a Pro who will guide you through the first draft Process, give you invaluable feedback - not to mention  keep you  motivated and on track.</p><p>W﻿riting a Screenplay without a solid story plan in place tends to result in time wasted on mistakes that could&#x27;ve been identified early on.   </p><p>The  <strong>First Draft in 60 Days Programme</strong> helps you hone and identify your Premise &amp; Hook. Explore the potential of your idea and shows you how to build an effective story map before you start writing scenes.</p><p>…and Then Once You&#x27;ve Got That Map You&#x27;ll Get  Cracking  on Your Screenplay. </p><h3><strong>WHY WILL THIS MOVE MY PROJECT FORWARD? </strong></h3><p><strong>Your tutor Kathryn Burnett</strong> is an award-winning screenwriter with over 20 years of experience under her belt.  She will be sharing her knowledge and process with you because she knows first hand how proper story planning and focused writing sessions  help you get your first draft onto the page faster.  </p><h3><strong>TIRED OF SLOGGING AWAY ON YOUR OWN?</strong></h3><p>You’ll be part of a small group on the same First Draft journey - and you’ll receive constructive, private feedback on your  weekly homework.  </p><h3>NB: Places are strictly limited.</h3><h3><strong>WHAT TO EXPECT FROM FD60:</strong></h3><ul><li>Introductory Zoom Session with the Group</li></ul><ul><li>4 x Live Group Zoom Sessions with facilitator for advice and Q &amp; A.</li></ul><ul><li>8 x Weekly Assignments - you’ll work through the programme material and your screenplay on your own then turn in assignments to your tutor for written feedback.</li></ul><ul><li>This programme offers a combination of live sessions and written feedback.</li></ul><ul><li>Participants will need to commit at least 4-5 hours a week for assignments.</li></ul><ul><li>A fun, supportive learning environment. (No pressure to share.)</li></ul><ul><li>E﻿-notes and worksheets</li></ul><ul><li>Clear, practical information and advice from a working writer and industry insider.</li></ul><p>What happens if you fall behind with the homework and won&#x27;t make the 60 days?  Good question!  No worries - we know people are busy and we can give you an extension.</p><h3>FACILITATOR: KATHRYN BURNETT  - <a href="https://www.kathryn-burnett.com/about-kathryn/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">BIO HERE</a></h3><p>Kathryn is without question an industry insider.  She is an award-winning screenwriter and playwright with over 20 years experience in the NZ television/film industry.  She has significant television and film credits as a writer and script consultant (see full credit list - <a href="https://www.kathryn-burnett.com/about-kathryn/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.kathryn-burnett.com/about-kathryn/</a>) When she isn&#x27;t writing - she facilitates writing &amp; creativity workshops and works as a Writing Coach.</p><p>She was a co-winner of NZ TV Awards 2021 Best Script Drama for The Tender Trap (telefeature) and is currently working on My Life is Murder (Series 3) and in 2022 enjoyed a sell out season of her latest play &quot;The Campervan&quot;</p><p>Her most recently  produced credits include The Brokenwood Mysteries, Under The Vines,  The Tender Trap (telefeature) Black Hands, Fresh Eggs and The Cul de Sac.</p><h3>&quot;My goal is that participants leave this programme with plotting know-how,  increased confidence and, of course, their first draft!&quot;  Kathryn B</h3><p>Got questions? Get in touch.</p><h3><strong>WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR? </strong> </h3><p>This is for you if you are a screenwriter or industry professional who has already started their screenwriting career or undertaken training as a screenwriter. It is designed to help you complete your feature or short film script. (Not sure? Please get in touch to check that this programme is right for you.)</p><p><strong>Brand new screenwriter? </strong> Sorry! This programme isn&#x27;t quite right for you.  If you&#x27;re looking for a specific TV writing workshop or a beginner&#x27;s course - please check out our other  screenwriting <a href="https://www.beginnersguidewritingworkshops.com/our-workshops" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">workshops here.</a> </p><h3>Want to buy this programme as gift for the writer in your life?  Get in touch.</h3><h3>PLUS IF YOU&#x27;D PREFER TO PAY IN WEEKLY INSTALLMENTS - WE CAN MAKE THAT HAPPEN. GET IN TOUCH.</h3><h3><strong>WHAT DO YOU BRING TO THE TABLE?</strong></h3><p>A film idea, great internet connection,  ability to commit a minimum of 4-5 hours per week for weekly writing assignments. And you’ll have basic screenwriting know-how. </p><h3><strong>WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING...</strong></h3><p>“Working one-on-one with Kathryn has been nothing short of empowering, guiding me with honesty and practical support to get around tight corners. She’s reassuring, a great sounding board, and offers a fresh outlook on the craft.”  <strong>Jamie Lawrence – Screenwriter/Director</strong> (Cub) </p><h3><a href="https://www.beginnersguidewritingworkshops.com/reviews" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">More workshop reviews</a></h3>

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