Introduction to Screenwriting

Do you love telling stories? Have you ever wanted to write a script for a movie? This course introduces the essential tools for crafting a compelling screenplay, including premise, structure, formatting, imagery, characters, and dialogue. We'll consider examples from professional scripts and brainstorm ideas for your own dramatic visual stories. No previous experience required - just an interest in visual storytelling!
Instructor: Joshua Courtade is a prolific screenwriter, filmmaker, and educator from Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has written, produced, and directed dozens of short films, several web series, and eight independent feature films. Joshua is a co-writer for the upcoming horror film "Wounds", and has also produced commercials and promotional documentaries for the Grand Rapids Comic-Con. He has over 17 years of experience teaching college film, media, and writing classes, including courses at Calvin University, Grand Valley University, and Compass College of Film & Media. Joshua also has experience working with middle and high school students through the Mosaic Film Experience.