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The Industry: A Crash Course (Self-paced)
Beginner to Intermediate
With: Tessa Blake and Christina K. Licud
If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next move breaking into TV, this four-week course is your roadmap to success. By the end of it, you’ll be well-equipped with the tools, strategies, and confidence to take charge of your career.
Directing Actors
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Tessa Blake
In just eight weeks, an accomplished director will give you the tools to transform a script into a roadmap that takes your vision from ideas to final cut. In this introductory level self-paced course, you'll explore and experiment with how to approach your collaboration with actors from auditions to working on set.
Self-Paced Course
Screenwriting: From Outline to First Draft of Your Screenplay
Instructor: Deborah Goodwin
Screenwriting: From Outline to First Draft of Your Screenplay
Intermediate
Instructor: Deborah Goodwin
You’ve got a great idea for a movie and fleshed out an outline for your screenplay. Now, it’s time to start writing that script that gets past gatekeepers and grabs your reader’s attention — whether it’s an assistant, an agent, an executive, a financier, or the talent you want on screen. In this course you will move from outline to completing a first draft of your screenplay (90-120 pages).
TV Writing: Core Elements
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Angela LaManna
Create an outline for your episodic TV pilot idea in eight weeks with an accomplished TV writer as your guide. In this introductory level self-paced course, you will take this important first step for your original pilot script and learn a set of tools to help you ask the important questions of every scene and character that will get you past "stuck" when writing future episodes.
Feb10
Live Online Event
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
The Sundance Institute Founder Series: Honoring Robert Redford with David Lowery
With: David Lowery and Soheil Rezayazdi
The Sundance Institute Founder Series: Honoring Robert Redford with David Lowery
February 10, 2026
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
With: David Lowery and Soheil Rezayazdi
In this very special online conversation, David Lowery will join Sundance Collab to discuss the formidable task of directing one of the great legends of American cinema: Robert Redford.
Feb12
Live Online Event
10:00AM - 11:30AM (PST)
Global Cinema Meetup: Hasan Hadi on Making THE PRESIDENT’S CAKE
With: Hasan Hadi and Erica Elson
Global Cinema Meetup: Hasan Hadi on Making THE PRESIDENT’S CAKE
February 12, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM (PST)
10:00AM - 11:30AM (PST)
With: Hasan Hadi and Erica Elson
Looking to form new connections and learn from independent filmmakers around the world? Join Sundance Collab for our Global Cinema Meetup, a new series in which we invite a filmmaker to discuss financing and making and films outside the U.S.
Screenwriting: Core Elements
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Trey Ellis
Learn the core elements of writing a screenplay for a feature film, with an accomplished screenwriter as your guide. In this self-paced course, you will develop a new script idea into an outline that can be used to write your first draft.
Feb18
Spotlight
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
Driving Box Office Success with Joseph Kosinski (F1: THE MOVIE)
With: Joseph Kosinski and Erica Elson
Driving Box Office Success with Joseph Kosinski (F1: THE MOVIE)
February 18, 2026
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
With: Joseph Kosinski and Erica Elson
In this hour-long conversation for filmmakers of all levels, you’ll get a chance to ask questions about producing and directing some of Hollywood’s biggest films. Joseph Kosinski will discuss crafting memorable heroes, bringing his unique take to existing IP, and directing thrilling action sequences.
Feb19
Advisor Studio
10:00AM - 11:00AM (PST)
Unearthing Character Through Casting with Richard Hicks
With: Richard Hicks and Katherine Street
Unearthing Character Through Casting with Richard Hicks
February 19, 2026
10:00AM - 11:00AM (PST)
10:00AM - 11:00AM (PST)
With: Richard Hicks and Katherine Street
In this Advisor Studio, veteran Casting Director Richard Hicks will guide you through the full casting process, from breaking down scripts and developing character briefs to crafting a strategy for outreach, auditions, and offers. You will gain insight into how Casting Directors interpret a filmmaker’s vision, present creative options, and balance artistic goals with
understanding actor market value, budget, and scheduling realities.
TV Writing: From Outline to First Draft of Your Pilot
Intermediate
Instructor: Angela LaManna
You’ve got a great idea for a TV series and you have fleshed out an outline for your pilot. Now, it’s time to start writing that script that grabs your reader’s attention - whether it’s an agent, an executive, or a showrunner. In this course you will move from outline to completing a draft of your original pilot (under 60 pages).
Crafting Your Short Film Screenplay
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Asher Jelinsky
Short films are a great way to showcase your voice, talent, and storytelling skill. In this eight-week self-paced online course, you will learn the fundamentals of screenwriting and develop your original story idea into a short screenplay with accomplished filmmakers as your guides. Designated homework assignments are reviewed by a Sundance Advisor and designed to move you closer to your completed short screenplay (5-15 pages).
Creating the Horror in Your Screenplay
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Owen Egerton
Ready to write a horror screenplay that gets under your audience's skin? Learn to craft truly terrifying and unforgettable horror stories in this comprehensive, self-paced course taught by celebrated horror screenwriter Owen Egerton. In this course, you'll go beyond cheap jump scares to discover the core principles of cinematic horror. Through bite-sized video lessons you can watch at your own pace, Owen will guide you through writing exercises that build your story from the ground up, helping you develop compelling characters, build suspense, and create scares that are both original and deeply unsettling.
Mar11
Advisor Studio
10:00AM - 11:15AM (PDT)
Location Scouting for Independent Film and Television
With: Gerry Kim and Soheil Rezayazdi
Location Scouting for Independent Film and Television
March 11, 2026
10:00AM - 11:15AM (PDT)
10:00AM - 11:15AM (PDT)
With: Gerry Kim and Soheil Rezayazdi
In this Advisor Studio session, veteran producer and location scout Gerry Kim will explore how to scout with both artistry and strategy.
Directing: Core Elements
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Marie Jamora
You have an interest in directing fiction films, but now you want an expert in the field to help guide you as you take the next step. In this eight-week self-paced course, you will learn about the directing craft, how to assemble and collaborate with your crew, work with actors, and translate work from script-to-screen. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to film an assigned scripted scene and get feedback on your work from a Sundance Collab Advisor.
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Feb10
Live Online Event
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
The Sundance Institute Founder Series: Honoring Robert Redford with David Lowery
With: David Lowery and Soheil Rezayazdi
The Sundance Institute Founder Series: Honoring Robert Redford with David Lowery
February 10, 2026
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
With: David Lowery and Soheil Rezayazdi
In this very special online conversation, David Lowery will join Sundance Collab to discuss the formidable task of directing one of the great legends of American cinema: Robert Redford.
Feb12
Live Online Event
10:00AM - 11:30AM (PST)
Global Cinema Meetup: Hasan Hadi on Making THE PRESIDENT’S CAKE
With: Hasan Hadi and Erica Elson
Global Cinema Meetup: Hasan Hadi on Making THE PRESIDENT’S CAKE
February 12, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM (PST)
10:00AM - 11:30AM (PST)
With: Hasan Hadi and Erica Elson
Looking to form new connections and learn from independent filmmakers around the world? Join Sundance Collab for our Global Cinema Meetup, a new series in which we invite a filmmaker to discuss financing and making and films outside the U.S.
Creating the Horror in Your Screenplay
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Owen Egerton
Ready to write a horror screenplay that gets under your audience's skin? Learn to craft truly terrifying and unforgettable horror stories in this comprehensive, self-paced course taught by celebrated horror screenwriter Owen Egerton. In this course, you'll go beyond cheap jump scares to discover the core principles of cinematic horror. Through bite-sized video lessons you can watch at your own pace, Owen will guide you through writing exercises that build your story from the ground up, helping you develop compelling characters, build suspense, and create scares that are both original and deeply unsettling.
Mar11
Advisor Studio
10:00AM - 11:15AM (PDT)
Location Scouting for Independent Film and Television
With: Gerry Kim and Soheil Rezayazdi
Location Scouting for Independent Film and Television
March 11, 2026
10:00AM - 11:15AM (PDT)
10:00AM - 11:15AM (PDT)
With: Gerry Kim and Soheil Rezayazdi
In this Advisor Studio session, veteran producer and location scout Gerry Kim will explore how to scout with both artistry and strategy.
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Spotlight: Laura Poitras on Documenting Seymour Hersh in COVER-UP
With: Laura Poitras and Soheil Rezayazdi
Spotlight: Laura Poitras on Documenting Seymour Hersh in COVER-UP
With: Laura Poitras and Soheil Rezayazdi
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Feb18
Spotlight
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Driving Box Office Success with Joseph Kosinski (F1: THE MOVIE)
With: Joseph Kosinski and Erica Elson
Driving Box Office Success with Joseph Kosinski (F1: THE MOVIE)
February 18, 2026
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
With: Joseph Kosinski and Erica Elson
In this hour-long conversation for filmmakers of all levels, you’ll get a chance to ask questions about producing and directing some of Hollywood’s biggest films. Joseph Kosinski will discuss crafting memorable heroes, bringing his unique take to existing IP, and directing thrilling action sequences.
Feb10
Live Online Event
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
The Sundance Institute Founder Series: Honoring Robert Redford with David Lowery
With: David Lowery and Soheil Rezayazdi
The Sundance Institute Founder Series: Honoring Robert Redford with David Lowery
February 10, 2026
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
With: David Lowery and Soheil Rezayazdi
In this very special online conversation, David Lowery will join Sundance Collab to discuss the formidable task of directing one of the great legends of American cinema: Robert Redford.