VM 323 - Writing Primetime Drama

Credits: 4 credits

Examines writing for primetime television drama, including study of the history of television drama and the difference between plot-driven dramas and character-driven dramas, writing effective protagonists and antagonists, and writing for existing dramas and characters. Students write a script for an existing primetime television drama that is workshopped in class.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Restrictions: VM 222 and Junior standing.