The Art of Scriptwriting

Have a great idea for a script but don’t know where to start? Or perhaps you’ve started your script and need expert advice to bring your vision to life?

Join us for The Art of Scriptwriting, an 8-week immersive course hosted by BAFTA Award-winning writer Phil Mealey (The Royle Family, Early Doors). Designed for budding and experienced screenwriters alike, this course will guide you through the essentials of generating ideas, crafting captivating narratives, and creating unforgettable characters.

What You’ll Learn

Throughout the 8 weeks, Phil Mealey will cover:

Generating Ideas: Techniques to spark creativity and find unique concepts.

Narrative Construction: How to structure compelling stories that keep audiences engaged.

Character Development: Building complex, relatable characters that drive your narrative.

Distinctive Dialogue: Writing authentic and engaging conversations using examples from Phil’s own award-winning works.

Professional Script Formatting: Preparing your script to capture the attention of producers and commissioners.

Each session will be followed by a 30-minute exclusive Q&A with Phil, giving you direct access to answer your questions and provide personalised advice

Course Schedule

February Sessions. 6:30pm – 8:30pm/ Q&A Zooms – 8:30pm – 9:00pm

Monday 10th| Introduction – Let’s get started!

Monday 17th| Character development – Key to shaping the rest of your story.

Monday 24th| Dialogue – Unique voices and realistic dialogue.

March Sessions. 6:30pm – 8:30pm/ Q&A Zooms – 8:30pm – 9:00pm

Monday 3rd| Narrative Structure – Acts and storylines.

Monday 10th| The Pitch Deck – Essential to selling your story.

Monday 17th| Comedy – How it works within scenes. 

Monday 24th| Scenes –  Creating the building blocks of your story,

Monday 31st| Reread. Rewrite. Reach Out – Practical advice for connecting with the industry and getting your script made.

Note: We highly encourage attendees to join all sessions as each builds on the last, providing a cohesive learning experience.

Spaces Are Limited

This is more than just a course—it’s your chance to learn directly from the co-creator of some of Britain’s most beloved comedies. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain insights and guidance that could transform your scriptwriting journey. Reserve your spot today and take the first step towards realising your ambitions in the world of storytelling!

Pricing

8 weeks of expert interactive guidance from the comfort of your own home by a BAFTA-winning scriptwriter for just £240

That’s just £30 per week or £15 per hour. Invest in your future for less than £1.80 a day!

Exclusive Discount for Course Attendees

Now attendees of Phil’s 8-week course can access the Script Review Service for just £104 (a 45% discount off the regular price of £190)

How to Claim Your Discount: Once you’ve signed up for the course, email management@philmealey.com with proof of ticket purchase to redeem your discounted script review.

Student Discount

Are you a student looking to sharpen your storytelling skills?

Email management@philmealey.com for more information on special 25% discounted rates available exclusively for students