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Description

Class Level: Beginner

Age Requirements: 16 and older

Average Class Size: 9

System Requirements: Here are the system requirements for to use our web conferencing software depending on what device you use. You need:

A Windows or Mac computer (or iPad)
A strong internet connection
A microphone and speakers
(usually built-in to your computer or USB headset) or a phone
A webcam to use HDFaces
(most newer laptops have them built in)

Most computers have built-in microphones and speakers, but you will get much better audio quality if you use a headset or handset. For sound, you can also call in on your landline or mobile device.

Windows

Operating system: Windows 2003 Server, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
Processor: Any 1 Ghz single core processor or better
RAM: 2GB or more
Internet: DSL or better
Bandwidth: 700Kbps or more for simultaneous screen sharing, video and audio conferencing
Browser: Internet Explorer® 7.0 or newer, Mozilla® Firefox® 4.0 or newer, Google Chrome™ 5.0 or newer

Mac

Operating system: Mac OS X with MacOS 10.6.8/(Snow Leopard) or later
Processor: Any 1 Ghz single core processor or better
RAM: 1GB
Internet: DSL or better
Bandwidth: 700Kbps or more for simultaneous screen sharing, video and audio conferencing
Browser: Safari® 3.0 or newer, Mozilla® Firefox® 4.0 or newer, Google Chrome™ 5.0 or newer

IPAD

Device: iPad® 2 or newer, iPhone® 4 or newer, iPod® Touch (3rd generation) or newer
Operating system: iOS 7 or newer
Internet: WiFi recommended for VoIP
Additional software: FreApp from the App Store

Class Delivery: Make a pot of tea, hop on the couch, and whip open that laptop! Through our new, live web video conferencing system, you can access the best writing teachers, a sense of community and great classes — even if you live in Lincoln, Nebraska. All you need is a strong internet connection and a Mac, PC, or iPad that has a webcam to use the HD Faces application

Teacher: Chris Reed

What you'll learn in this screenplay class:

Do you want to write movies, but don’t know where to start? Not to worry. Veteran Screenwriter Chris Reed will provide the foundation you need to begin your journey into the world of writing for the silver screen. He’s written for all the big boys, Disney, Fox, Sony, and Nickelodeon and even created the screenplay “Jaguar” that would eventually become “The Lion King” while working on a three-picture deal at Disney Feature Animation.

In this one-day Online Screenwriting Fundamentals Seminar, he’ll go over the types of films; movies you can write, the structure of a successful movie, and what makes characters compelling. He’ll also help you understand how character should shape every aspect of your movie. Whether you have a movie idea kicking around in your head already, or you want more information on how to generate ideas that pack a punch, this class is the first step on your path to success.

Understanding the fundamentals of good movies before you put pen to page will save you time and heartbreak. By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a solid foundation upon which to build your screenwriting career. Oscar not included.

Note: This is primarily a lecture class. There will be no feedback on student work.

Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

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Refund Policy

All sales are final and there are no refunds. Credit may be offered based on class availability. If you can’t come to class, call or email us as far in advance as possible. We will do everything we can to fill your spot, but we can’t make any guarantees. Credit eligibility is not based upon your reason for being unable to attend a class; it is based upon the timing of your credit request and our ability to fill your spot. If we find someone to take your place, you will receive class credit minus a $25 processing fee for 1 day classes and $50 processing fee for long classes. Otherwise, your payment will be forfeit. To use class credits, you need to sign up for class in advance by emailing [email protected] or calling 323.333.2954. If the class is being paid for as part of a payment plan, regardless of whether the student stops attending class, the payment plan must be paid in full by the end of the class. Failure to do so will result in the student’s account being turned over to collections.

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