Course Overview
The Program in Screenwriting is an intensive, 6-month course designed to help aspiring writers develop powerful, original stories for film, OTT, and digital platforms. The program takes students through the complete journey of writing a screenplay—from idea development to final script presentation.
Unlike most screenwriting courses that jump quickly into formatting and dialogue, this program places a strong emphasis on building a solid story foundation first—focusing deeply on theme, character, and dramatic conflict before moving into structure and screenplay writing.
Students learn how to craft compelling narratives rooted in both global storytelling principles and Indian cinematic sensibilities, while continuously developing their own script through guided workshops, writing labs, and feedback sessions.
By the end of the program, each student completes a fully developed, industry-ready screenplay, supported by pitching skills and professional insights.
Course Highlights
Story First Approach (Key Differentiator): Strong focus on developing a compellingplot, dramatic core and characters before writing the screenplay—ensuring depth and clarity in storytelling.
Deep Dive into Story Structure: Master the three-act structure, narrative beats, and screenplay paradigm with real film analysis.
Character-Driven Writing: Learn to build layered characters, conflicts, arcs, and emotional stakes that drive the story forward.
Hands-On Writing Labs: Multiple workshops on premise building, loglines, outlines, scene writing, and full draft development.
From Idea to Final Script: Structured progression from idea → story → detailed story → step-outline → first draft → rewrite(s) → final screenplay.
Understanding Indian Cinema & Industry: Explore commercial vs parallel cinema, regional storytelling, mythology, and adaptation.
Professional Writing Process: Learn rewriting techniques, critique methods, and how to overcome writer’s block with discipline.
Pitching & Industry Readiness: Practice pitching your script through mock producer sessions and receive expert feedback.
Final Script Presentation: Showcase your completed screenplay to a jury panel—building confidence and a professional portfolio.
Career Opportunities
This program prepares students for writing-focused roles across film, OTT, television, and digital media:
Screenwriter (Films / OTT / Web Series)
Scriptwriter for Production Houses & Studios
Dialogue Writer
Story & Screenplay Consultant
Content Writer (Digital Platforms)
Creative Producer / Development Executive
Ad Film & Branded Content Writer
With the growing demand for original content across OTT platforms and regional cinema, this program equips students to create compelling stories, pitch effectively, and build a sustainable career as a writer in the media industry.