Beginner's Guide Writing Workshop: ONLINE Writing a TV Pilot

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Got an idea for a great TV series?   This one-day ONLINE workshop will show you the how and why of writing a professional TV pilot.

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TV shows are now more in demand than ever. But before you spend weeks and months trying to work out how to write your awesome TV show - you need to know the basics. Like whether or not your series ideas has legs, how TV episodes are structured, what a TV pilot needs to include the difference between a series proposal and a series bible – and how the local market works. Join us online from anywhere!This practical LIVE streaming workshop guides you through the key elements of creating a television show and how to start writing an attention-grabbing pilot episode.Facilitators: Kathryn Burnett and Rachel Lang"I assess TV projects from new writers all the time – and I can tell you hand on heart, you will save yourself so much time and money by investing in this one day BEFORE you start creating. One of the unique aspects of this workshop is that it gives you insider information about how to avoid newbie mistakes." Kathryn BurnettParticipants (that’s you, aspiring writer) will:<ul><li>Learn how to generate a compelling series ideas.</li><li>Learn the essential components of a TV series</li><li>Learn the key elements of writing a TV episode – episodic structure, character, characterisation, formatting, dialogue and big print.</li><li>Learn the difference between writing for TV and film.</li><li>Learn how to storyline your pilot episode. And start writing it.</li><li>Learn the function of the script documents involved in TV production</li><li>Learn how and when to pitch your idea. </li><li>Leave with your pilot outline.</li><li>Have the opportunity to pitch their project to a panel of TV Creators</li></ul>~

Facilitator: Kathryn Burnett Kathryn is an award-winning screenwriter who has worked in the NZ television/film industry for over 20 years. She has significant television and film credits and has developed numerous television series for NZ’s major production companies. Her most recently produced TV projects include – “Fresh Eggs,” “The Sounds” and multi-award winning series “The Cul de Sac.” In 2019 she co-wrote TVNZ telefeature "The Tender Trap" and is currently on the development team for an HBO sci-fi series and has a comedy series in development with Warner Brothers. Facilitator: Rachel Lang MNZMRachel Lang is the multi-award winning writer and producer, known for "Outrageous Fortune" , "Nothing Trivial", "Bad Mothers" and "Filthy Rich" to name just a few of the jewels in her extensive TV career. She currently splits her time working on creating prime time drama in NZ and Australia.What people are saying:"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“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 she provides cake for morning tea! I'd recommend the workshop for anyone wanting to learn more about screenwriting.” Jaquie Brown – Presenter, Actor, Screenwriter "Loved it! Kathryn gets straight to the point and gives clear, practical advice about screenwriting. She demystifies the process." Rebecca Barry Hill - Journalist/Screenwriter

FAQs:Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?Age minimum is 16.(But get in touch if you'd like to discuss!)What is your cancellation/refund policy?If the event is cancelled by organiser, participants will receive a full and automatic refund. If cancelled by the participant - cancellation must be 30 days prior to the event to receive a full refund. If cancellation is less than 30 days - a 50% fee refund is available at the facilitator's discretion. What do I need to bring?Pen and paper - and a laptop if you prefer.Is my registration/ticket transferrable?Transferrable to another person - yes. Another event - no. (But check with us.)Do I have to have my printed ticket at the event?No, you'll be on our list. The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the actual attendee. Is that okay? Yes. (We will check but people often buy this workshop for someone as a present.)I’m interested in screenwriting – is this for me?Yes. But if you’re a brand new writer a better foundation course for you might be my two-day<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/beginners-guide-writing-workshop-screenwriting-tickets-84576188657"> Beginner’s Guide Writing Workshop: Screenwriting</a>Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?Email us, right <a href="http://www.beginnersguidewritingworkshops.com/contact" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HERE</a>

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