Students will:
- Demonstrate, through a portfolio of long- and short-form teleplays, mastery of story development, character development, storytelling structure, and cinematic style.
- Demonstrate the ability to pitch stories and scripts to producers, managers, agents, studios, cable outlets, and networks.
- Demonstrate proficiency in producing and executing a television production by creating a short reel that is reflective of a larger project.
- Value diverse stories that explore social justice issues and ethical and humanistic themes.
- Develop entrepreneurial skills by creating relationships with outside organizations through internships, mentorships, and designated courses and workshops.
- Demonstrate the fundamental business skills required for working effectively with producers, managers, agents, and the Writers Guild of America.
- Learn to analyze the influences of film, television, and emerging media on our culture, and vice versa.