UK FILM COURSES

As all shooters know, short films are an essential building block in your film-making career. This is increasingly true for screenwriters as well as writer/directors.

A tantalising dive into another world. An intimate revelation of human truth. A seductive tale with a twist. The best short films leave an imprint far beyond their final frame and are often more powerfully resonant because of their brevity.

Having worked extensively developing shorts in recent years, we found that many writers approach the design of their short films by adapting feature film principles rather than working fro… more

The ability to create powerful new relationships in any given situation is one of the primary accelerants to the success of your career, and the creative work and opportunities that blossom from these connections.

Making and maintaining powerful relationships is what the industry calls ‘Networking’, and yes, it sends a shiver down the spine of most people.

Yet, ‘networking’ is an essential skill to master and arguably the biggest hurdle you must overcome in order to find the success your hard work deserves.

That’s why we have created this one day workshop, specifically aimed at reluctant creativ… more

‘Earning money reading, improving your writing through experience and expanding your powerful contacts are all benefits of professional script reading’
Lucy V Hay

Join us for this intensive two-day online workshop that breaks down the art and craft of reading scripts to help improve your own writing, to also improve your feedback for other writers and most importantly, to earn you money as a professional reader.

Delivered online. Get access to ALL recordings and sessions for ONE YEAR after the event.

When: June 22nd and 23rd, 2024
Where: Online
Tickets: £139.00
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The most frequently asked question in the development process is ‘what’s at stake?’.

This one-day workshop offers a concentrated examination of how to maximise the stakes across every element of your screenplay.

The impetus to write is unique and precious to each writer and our personal connection with the material is often what keeps us going through the long dark months of drafting and redrafting. But from the earliest idea stage through to the final polish, it’s essential to keep evaluating how to invite the audience to share that passion for your story. Even if your story is not literally a… more

THURS. MAY 30th
(6.00pm—8.00pm BST)

Ever dreamed of writing for Walt Disney or Pixar?

This live webinar gives you an introduction into the world of animation. From 2D to 3D, and stop-motion, discover how to tell animated stories!

​Aimed at screenwriters, animators, and filmmakers interested in writing for animation.

YOU WILL LEARN
- The basics of the animation production process for different types of animation (ex: 2D, 3D, stop-motion).
- Visual Storytelling: What kind of stories can you tell in animation?
- Essential elements to consider when writing for animation (ex: characters, visual designs, s… more

WED. MAY 29th
(6.00pm—8.00pm BST)

Interested in writing films or series for children?

This live webinar gives you all the basics.
​Discover how to tell stories for a younger audience!

​Aimed at screenwriters, and filmmakers interested in writing for young audiences.
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YOU WILL LEARN
- How to write for different age groups (from pre-school to teenagers).
- How to write children's content for different formats and media (TV, film, web series).
- The latest trends in children's content.
- Dos and don'ts of writing for children.
- How to write diverse and inclusive characters for children… more

Have you ever considered crowdfunding your film project but are unsure where to begin? Are you looking for ways to raise significant funds without overwhelming your personal network with requests? Or maybe you're currently in the middle of a campaign that isn't meeting your expectations?

If so, we invite you to join our empowering and interactive workshop designed specifically for indie filmmakers like you. Whether you have a specific project in mind that needs funding or you're simply curious about the crowdfunding process, this workshop will help you develop the skills you nee… more

An essential guide to the practical process of script development: hone your analysis skills and refine your creative working process. This one day course is especially designed for script readers, developers and producers who want to explore the best practice of giving feedback and running development meetings with writers.
We all know that it’s true: writing is rewriting. But maintaining the inspiration and enthusiasm for repeated redrafts is an acquired skill and where a good script developer really proves their worth. Drawing on over twenty years experience of working with writers, we … more

In this free one hour session we will re-think the principles of the three act structure specifically for the short film, and address some of the common pitfalls writers encounter when drafting their bite-size movies.

We’ll consider:

How to create immediate engagement with your central character.

How to establish the details of your story world without awkward exposition.

How to use a contained time frame to raise the stakes.

How to manage point of view within each scene to keep us emotionally connected with the protagonist.

How to generate an engaging turning point in the story.

How to ensure your … more