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Years in the Industry
The program combines theoretical foundations with practical screenwriting exercises, screenplay reading, peer review, and guided mentoring. Over 16 weeks participants progress from story principles, gradually move toward developing a full-length feature screenplay first draft, supported by structured feedback and professional guidance throughout the course.
Admissions Open for next batch
Key Takeaways
Script Feedback: Each participant receives a structured written evaluation covering story clarity, character depth, structure, and overall screenplay effectiveness.
Curated Screenplay Reading: Participants are provided professionally written screenplays along with guided notes to understand narrative design and writing technique.
Pitch Deck Starter Kit: A sample industry-style pitch format to help students present their story clearly, including logline, theme, characters, and visual tone.
Measurable Milestones: Track your progress with measurable milestones as the course progresses.
Mentor Session: Each participant receives an individual mentoring session on submission of the first complete script draft. The session focuses on story development, rewriting strategy, and future direction.
An Industry Interaction: Masterclass with working screenwriter, script editor, for professional development to provide insight into professional writing and pitching.
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will have:
- A refined logline and clear story premise
- A feature-length treatment - first draft
- A structured beat sheet and scene outline
- First draft of a feature-length screenplay (provided participants are able to cope with the writing exercises and make time to write)
- Recorded pitch presentation and pitch deck
- Structured individual feedback and script evaluation
- Invitation to participate in future pitching opportunities at Annapurna College