JOUR 330 - Script Writing

(3 units)

Learn to organize and write visually oriented scripts for films, documentaries and other visual media emphasizing the interdependence of audio and visual components and the importance of narrative storytelling. Become familiar with industry standard formats for production scripts. Gain experience researching, planning, writing and revising scripts as well as critiquing and editing the scripts of others.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite or Corequisite: JOUR 208.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe the role of a writer on a production team and in the industry.
2. explain the stages of writing that lead to a finished script.
3. write in three-act story structure with structured scenes and sequences. - Create characters and write dialogue.
4. create scripts that are written clearly and correctly, based on research, and in a form and style that is appropriate for a specific client/industry, audience and intended purpose.
5. analyze and evaluate scripts for grammar, clarity, and appropriate style, making recommendations for edits.

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