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Subject: Dave Trottier's Keys to a Saleable Spec Script CLASS!! - May23, 2007



Class > Keys to a Saleable Spec Script
This is an online class for beginner writers or writers with screenwriting experience.

Dave Trottier is the author of The Screenwriter's Bible, which is now in its fourth edition! He has also sold several screenplays and developed projects for The Walt Disney Company, Jim Henson Pictures, York Entertainment, On the Bus Productions, Hill Fields (for ABC) and New Century Pictures. Titles include Igor's Revenge (produced), Zorro the Gay Blade (produced, but not credited), The Muppet's Hockey Movie-The Comeback Kids (not completed due to Jim Henson's death), Ratman From Saturn, Kumquat, The New Musketeers, and A Window in Time. He co-wrote and co-produced the cult comedy, Hercules Recycled, now available on video. Most recently, he wrote A Penny Promise (produced), for a regional production company, and sold Hemingway's Twin, an inspiring story about the Hemingway women. Start Date: June 1, 2007 (and from this date is open for enrollment daily!)



Course Certification?: Yes!, you receive a certification of successful completion!
Course Format: Online Self-guided Course
Course Length: 4 week(s)
Cost: $75

Dates: Ongoing. Starts the day you signup. Work at your own pace.

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Class Goals:
  • Reading (e-text), movie analysis, and some writing exercises
  • IN-DEPTH Lectures on fundamental concepts
  • Case studies

    Course Outline
    WEEK ONE - CHARACTER
    An original character -- Learn how to create the kind of compelling characters that Hollywood and audiences want.

    WEEK TWO - CONCEPT
    A pitchable concept -- Find your story's key strength and define it in a way that will grab the attention of decision makers.

    WEEK THREE - STORY
    A great story -- Discover what makes a great story and how to write one.

    WEEK FOUR - SPEC WRITING
    A well-written spec script -- Your script must be a readable script in correct format. Get the tips that will make a difference.



    Do I need any special equipment to take an eClass?

    The digital classroom Web site works with every common modern operating system. The best web browsers to use are:

    • Internet Explorer (IE) version 5+ for Windows 98+

    • Netscape version 7+ or Mozilla for MacOS X, Mac 9, and Linux

    If you do not have the latest version of one of these browsers, you can just download it for free from these websites:


    It's already into the month I wish to take the class, can I still take it?

    Yes. You can start the class at ANY TIME and work ar your own pace.

    Do I have to register to get into class?

    Yes. You can start your registration process below


    REGISTER NOW






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