Idea to the Page to the Screen:
Fearless Writing for the Passionate Screenwriter
This fun, participatory and packed two-day workshop is designed to help aspiring screenwriters learn the tools necessary to not only test ideas for originality but also to outline effectively and write unforgettable characters. Writers will participate in brainstorming exercises, learn about writing cinematically, and come away recharged, inspired and armed to write awesome pages.
Julie teaches three totally unique tools:
LEARN The Menage a Flaw method for writing unforgettable, character-driven scripts – every time!
USE The Tracking Map to test structure and arc like never before!
MARVEL at the WWYD (what would you do) worksheet and find the “compelling question” hidden in your script!
Day two focuses on strategies for breaking into Hollywood: Learn how to sell both your writing and yourself. We’ll discuss agents, managers, competitions, queries and the art of pitching. Role-playing and practice pitching in a supportive environment will help you gain the confidence you need to build your career AND the professionalism, playfulness and fresh perspective you need to stay sane and happy while doing so.
Registrants for ALL classes will receive a 10% discount on books, supplies and dvds from the Writer’s Store PLUS $50 off registration for the Great American Pitch Fest. For more information contact Julie HERE.
!New! Career Roundtables – A special, intense hour focusing on career and project questions. Just like a studio executive meeting, Julie will chair a roundtable to look at actual work and script issues. This is geared towards more advanced screenwriters but as always, everyone is welcome.
Upcoming Workshops
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Would you like to bring Julie to a city near you? Do you enjoy free screenwriting resources? Sign up to be a Workshop Coordinator and find out how to do both at once!
Sorry Effers…we have decided to put the Saturday series on hold for now. But please check back soon as we will be starting this program up again in the not-too-distant future
Saturday Series:
Get in early, get out early, then get on with your day!
9am to 1pm
Coffee and pastries included
$50 each class or $125 for all three classes.
CLASS SIZE LIMITED/writing sample required
Location: The historic Lot on Santa Monica/La Brea. MAP and Directions
Registrants for ALL classes will receive a 10% discount on books, supplies and dvds from the Writer’s Store PLUS $50 off registration for the Great American Pitch Fest. For more information contact Julie HERE.
Writing Great Characters
What do UP IN THE AIR, THE LOVELY BONES and CRAZY HEART have in common? Unforgettable characters. Learn invaluable tools for brainstorming 3-dimensional characters your audience will root for, identify with and never forget. Come prepared to write.
Structure and Outlining
Twins Separated at Birth! Tools to help you outline and understand structure like never before. Use outlining as a brainstorming tool, road map and structure check – BEFORE you get into pages. Be prepared to write.
Words into Pictures
Writing for the silver screen using cinematic words that evoke sensation, sound, color and emotion. Be prepared to write.
Be a Workshop Coordinator!
Would you like to bring Julie to a city near you? Do you enjoy free screenwriting resources? Sign up to be a Workshop Coordinator and find out how to do both at once!
A (very) few comments from (very) enthusiastic workshop students:
Julie knocked my socks off in terms of content, skills and tools and such a great attitude. A wealth of information and so inspiring! – R.D.
Excellent workshop – probably the best I’ve ever taken on the subject of screenwriting. – C.L.
The class simplified the art of structure (my biggest weakness) greatly for me, so if anyone else struggles with the same issue, I’d recommend! – C.C.
This was a great weekend that stripped away the pretentious analysis of screenwriting, focusing on SIMPLE, PRACTICAL ADVICE. Very refreshing…The pitching exercises and advice about breaking into Hollywood were frank and realistic too. – G.P.
Two days is too short! I wanted more! – C.D.
A well-encompassing, meaningful, intensive refresher that allowed me to refocus and really concentrate on my script. – D.B.
I really enjoyed the weekend with Julie. She is friendly and passionate about what she is doing. She made me dream again about the scripts I had shelved. – V.M.
Julie, you are a gifted teacher who conveys information with clarity and enthusiasm. I also like how you encourage without setting people up with completely unrealistic expectations. – M.R.
Julie rocks! I feel SO inspired to create and I feel lucky to have benefited from her enthusiasm and wisdom! – R.S.
Julie is an energetic and positive advocate for the writer and offered solutions for problems that are practical and easy to use. – J.H.
I liked getting a packet to bring back and work with afterwards as well as one-on-one feedback. I came with actually feeling that I accomplished some progress on my script this weekend. – A.A.
This workshop was top notch! Julie helps strengthen the skills of the new screenwriter. This was definitely a heavenly experience!! – B.A.
Julie was great! As a novice writer, it was a great opportunity to spend time with other creatives and learn from Julie. She organized the workshop into good, digestible chunks that built upon each other. What’s more, she gave us something that we could take back and work on outside of the workshop. Some of us even discussed forming a sort of monthly “writer’s group” to discuss our writing and share our thoughts with each other. (Warner Bros. student)
Julie is an energetic, engaging, well-spoken instructor and it was such a pleasure to take her class. (Warner Bros. student)
I enjoyed myself immensely and can’t stop thinking or talking about it. I felt so privileged to be there. (Warner Bros. student)
I attended assuming it would be a good refresher course and came away with techniques and theory I’d never heard before. The way the day was organized was perfect. Further, Julie is not only an expert on the subject, she’s an excellent instructor who communicates her knowledge effortlessly. This is an amazing workshop and seriously a highlight for me. I haven’t been able to stop talking about it all week. (Warner Bros. student)
The woman knows her stuff and the workshop flew by. Great lectures, exercises and discussion. As a novelist, I felt Julie’s input was on target and provided all writers with a workable overview of scriptwriting, and with character and story elements that crossed all fiction boundaries. (Warner Bros. student)
The materials Julie handed out were fantastic. And her tips for structuring were super helpful. I can’t wait to apply what I learned to my next screenplay! (Warner Bros. student)
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