In this weekend intensive, director, author, and educator Rob Spera will help you cut through the noise and create a career plan that works for you. You will gain a deeper understanding of how the industry works and how to best position yourself as a creative!

Over four weeks, you'll learn how to shape your story, develop compelling characters, build a strong thematic core, and master the tools of the trade—from beat sheets and outlines to treatments and screenplay formatting. If you are new to screenwriting, this introductory course will provide you with the practical skills to get started on your feature film screenplay.

What does it truly mean to be a director? Where do you start in your journey to become one; what do you need to know before you step on set? With an experienced film director as your guide, this four-week course will provide you with a fundamental understanding of the craft.