Master of Fine Arts - Screenwriting - Standard

Program Description

• Describe standard structural paradigms and narrative techniques utilized in the writing of feature films and television shows.
• Assess the narrative strengths and weaknesses of a given piece of scripted content.
• Apply a professional creative process to the development of film and television story concepts.
• Prepare a story pitch for a screenplay or pilot that meets professional standards.
• Write screenplays and teleplays using standard entertainment industry format.
• Complete the first draft of a feature screenplay or television pilot on deadline.
• Rewrite an original screenplay or teleplay based on critical feedback.