writing for animation-series
PITCH TO SCRIPT 101: Story
Or buy bundle below: COURSE + 1-ON-1
This is PART 1 of a THREE PART course, that offers comprehensive training in writing for animated television series for children.
In each part of the course, writers are tasked with writing an episode for a known TV series (a spec script) as part of a simulated writers' room over the 8-week period.
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Each week covers theory and live in-class assessment and editing of work, so writers can see how to craft an episode and how to assess the quality of each part of the scriptwriting process from Pitch to Script.
Each part of the THREE PART-programme has a study focus and an age group focus to teach students the progression of complexity in storytelling as follows:
101 - STORY - Age: Under 5
102 - STRUCTURE - Age: 4-7
103 - SCRIPT & COMEDY - Age: 6-9 / 9-11
Students are divided in groups for peer review, that way they are have insight on the development of their peer's scripts.
Individual assessment and notes are available as an optional extra and at a discounted rate of $50 / 30 mins session. It is advised that students meet with their editor after premise -outline - script and one revision somewhere in the process.
Note that all students will write an episode of the same series as we will study that series as part of the course.
In each part of the course, writers are tasked with writing an episode for a known TV series (a spec script) as part of a simulated writers' room over the 8-week period.
No
Each week covers theory and live in-class assessment and editing of work, so writers can see how to craft an episode and how to assess the quality of each part of the scriptwriting process from Pitch to Script.
Each part of the THREE PART-programme has a study focus and an age group focus to teach students the progression of complexity in storytelling as follows:
101 - STORY - Age: Under 5
102 - STRUCTURE - Age: 4-7
103 - SCRIPT & COMEDY - Age: 6-9 / 9-11
Students are divided in groups for peer review, that way they are have insight on the development of their peer's scripts.
Individual assessment and notes are available as an optional extra and at a discounted rate of $50 / 30 mins session. It is advised that students meet with their editor after premise -outline - script and one revision somewhere in the process.
Note that all students will write an episode of the same series as we will study that series as part of the course.
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The course includes:
Live Classes are Tuesdays 1-3 PM UK (replays available)
*Doors close 21 February*
**Payment plans are available**
Suggested Shows: Paddington - Octonauts - Daniel Tiger - Dinosaur Train - Puffin Rock - Hey Duggee - Dino Ranch
Or buy bundle below: COURSE + 1-ON-1
“Animation is a powerful tool that can be used to explore complex emotions and ideas in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.”
john lasseter
kind words by students
Our students love our
approach to learning
“The Storyteller Pod taught me a better understanding of my audience, mentored me through the process of getting my spec scripts together. I used my spec to get a job on a series... and the rest is history!
I still take classes every week, because I keep learning, and I keep getting better."
robyn roux
"I went from being a regular Nigerian writer who used to joke about writing for Disney someday (never thinking it could possibly happen) to actually having written on a Disney show and a Netflix show and a PBS show... And on my second show for Disney now!! Using my specs from the Pitch to Script-course."
omotunde akiode
"Natasje unpacks the elements of a great scene in a simple, can-do way. Then she coaches you step-by-step through your own scene. I’ll never see the ‘humble’ scene the same again. Onwards and upwards!"
Candice argall
“There's always something new to discover within the world of animation.”
joseph barbera
PITCH to SCRIPT gives you comprehensive training
Practical approach
Globally oriented
The Programme mirrors the process you would follow if you worked on any international animated series.
The facilitator is an experienced and award-winning international story editor who offers expert guidance.
The facilitator is an experienced and award-winning international story editor who offers expert guidance.
For your career
The programme is "outcomes-based", meaning our main goal is empowering the student to have a spec script in hand at the end of the 8 weeks so they can apply for work, or seek representation.
Course contents
“Animation is a journey of imagination and storytelling. It's about creating worlds that don't exist and bringing characters to life that touch our hearts.”
chris williams
Natasje van Niekerk - Course facilitator
Natasje van Niekerk is an international award-winning screenwriter and story editor for animated series. Her experience in TV and film extends to live action, with almost 20 years experience across many genres.
She currently lives in the Irish Countryside with her husband, toddler - yes, she contributed to the audience pool -, two spaniels and a blind cat.
In her free time she enjoys staring at cows over fences and talking to the local sheep.
She currently lives in the Irish Countryside with her husband, toddler - yes, she contributed to the audience pool -, two spaniels and a blind cat.
In her free time she enjoys staring at cows over fences and talking to the local sheep.
Class
In-class & Peer Review
$149
Includes:
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free intro sessions
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weekly class - 2hrs
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in-class review
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downloadable course material
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downloadable samples
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VIP peer review hub
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vip facebook group
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replays of classes
Bundle
Includes 1-on-1 feedback
$349
Includes :
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free intro sessions
-
weekly class - 2hrs
-
in-class review
-
downloadable course material
-
downloadable samples
-
vip peer review hub
-
vip facebook group
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replays of classes
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4 x 30 minute 1-on-1 review of writing
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