TV Scriptwriting in Action

by Tim Bain

Description

As an extension to my talk about my experiences writing for children’s television, this is a second session in which I lead the group to collectively write an episode of a TV series such as Fireman Sam or Bob the Builder. The session ends with a performance by the class!

 

Topics covered:
  • Breaking a story
  • Finding the heart
  • Finding the funny
  • Bringing characters to life
  • Working within the rules - and breaking them
  • Creating a resolution
  • Voicing characters

Details

Audience

Primary, Secondary and General Public

Duration

60-90 minutes

Requirements

A TV or projector that can play .mov files (with sound) from my USB stick. Or a connection to YouTube. A remote control to pause in between clips.

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