ONE DAY INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING COURSE London Saturday March 22nd
I’m delighted to be running this one day course for the first time for 2 years and I am now taking bookings.
Please see all the information and testimonials on the course page on my website –
One Day Introduction to Screenwriting – Philip Shelley, Script Consultant
While this one day course is an introduction, it is also a celebration of the wonderful art of screenwriting. Within the day, I aim to provide budding writers with all the knowledge – both creative and practical – to begin their screenwriting journey. But it will also be useful for more experienced writers – hopefully acting as an inspiration and creative boost, a reminder of the exciting possibilities of storytelling for the screen (whether for film or TV).
In the morning I will be covering presentation of your script – not just the nuts and bolts of formatting but, more importantly, how to get your vision onto the page, how to communicate your story to your reader (and audience) in the most effective way.
I will then go onto the crux of the course – to discuss the fundamentals of screenwriting – story, structure, character, genre, dialogue, tone…illustrating with clips from film & TV.
The afternoon will be led by two brilliant guest speakers –
JAMIE HEWITT – Jamie is development producer for Tiger Aspect Drama. He worked with me as script editor on the Channel 4 screenwriting course and is now a hugely experienced script editor and development producer with many production credits. Jamie will analyse and discuss WE ARE LADY PARTS episode 1 (written by Nida Manzoor, an alumna of the Channel 4 screenwriting course). This session is an appreciation and analysis of an outstanding piece of screenwriting – and the way in which it translated from script to screen.
This will be followed by a Q&A with screenwriter ANNA SSEMUYABA. Anna is a hugely accomplished screenwriter, another alumna of 4screenwriting. Initially Anna worked in script development and script editing but has gone from strength to strength as a screenwriter, her credits include UPLOAD, SMOTHERED, HIJACK, THE BUCCANEERS. Anna will discuss all aspects of her work – both craft and career – how she started out and got her initial breaks as screenwriter, and discussing the work she has done, managing her career and workload, etc.
In the final session of the day, I will answer all your final questions and make some final points.
I will email all delegates a bumper pack of handouts to look at before the day – and will be selling (and signing if requested!) copies of my book, SCREENWRITING – THE CRAFT AND THE CAREER on the day.
This will be followed by a (voluntary!) NETWORKING SESSION in a nearby pub – a chance for you to meet and talk to the other writers on the course, to ask me questions in a less formal setting. Meeting your writing peers and building up your own network of like-minded people is such an important part of building and sustaining a life in screenwriting.
One Day Introduction to Screenwriting – Philip Shelley, Script Consultant
Greenlight Screenwriting Lab 2025
A reminder that entries are open for the 2025 GREENLIGHT SCREENWRITING LAB for new Irish screenwriters are open until 5pm on Monday March 3rd. All the information about this 6 month course is on my website. The weekends of the course will be held in Galway (May) and Dublin (October).
https://script-consultant.co.uk/ireland-screenwriting-course/
Greenlight Screenwrtiting Lab – Script Editing
For this Greenlight course we are also looking for two shadow / trainee script editors.
NB These shadow script editors need to be Irish residents or Irish citizens who currently reside overseas.
Shadow Script Editor Criteria –
The Shadow Script Editor Scheme is for entry level talent who are passionate about breaking into the television industry to work in script development and script editing. Shadow Script Editors will shadow experienced Script Editors and work directly with writers in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the Script Editing process. Because this is an entry level position, any applicants who already have a script editing credit in broadcast TV will not be considered.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a demonstrable interest in television drama, script reading, and storytelling which you may have gained from theatre groups, education or personal interests.
- Have experience in an administrative role.
- Have excellent communication, attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Are able to work co-operatively within a team.
- Demonstrate good literary skills, and are passionate about learning the craft of script editing.
Previous experience of the television industry through running, work experience or short term placements is desirable but not essential.
Applicants must be Irish residents or Irish citizens who currently reside overseas.
To apply for this role, please include:
- Your latest CV
- Your experience and why you want this shadow Script Editor opportunity to advance your career.
We strongly encourage applications from those from diverse and underrepresented groups.
Please send applications to nadine@danumedia.com
Script Reading & Development Q&A April 16th 6-8.30pm
My March 5th session is now fully booked so I’m taking bookings for my next running of this 2 ½ zoom session for the evening of Wednesday April 16th.
https://script-consultant.co.uk/script-reading-development-qa/
A testimonial from the January session –
‘Philip’s Script Reading & Development Q&A was packed with insightful advice around starting an editorial career in the industry. I received feedback on my CV and clear, actionable pointers to use when contacting companies for script reading work. Philip’s focus on the ‘how to’ of finding opportunities really sets the session apart – I came away inspired with pages of notes and a mile long to-do list!’
CRAIG ROSE
Best wishes
Phil
PHILIP SHELLEY
Twitter / BlueSky: @PhilipShelley1
Friday February 21st 2025
