2018-2019 Catalog

FVM 242 Writing the TV Spec Script

3 Credit hours      60 Contact hours

Explore how to write teleplays for existing TV shows as a stepping stone toward gaining employment as a professional television writer. Designed as an in-depth study of "spec" television writing, students emulate industry practices by working in a “writer’s room” to develop and write teleplays for current TV shows that demonstrate the student’s abilities to work within the unique demands of television production.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of ENG 122, FMV 105, FVM 117, FVM 136, FVM 150, FVM 160 (grade C or higher).