screenwriting Basics

for Newbies

This 2-hour Masterclass is led by Writer Tiffany Yancey.

Are you prepared to write and pitch your screenplay?

Learn the basics of screenplay writing! We will also cover two of a screenwriter's most crucial marketing items: the logline and treatment.

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Learn the basics of Screenwriting

THIS CLASS WILL HELP YOU

Write and Market Your Screenplay

With This Class You'll Learn:

Crafting a logline that hooks your audience and producers.

Finding an outline technique that suits your writing style.

Developing a marketable treatment.

Websites to find FREE screenplays.

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WHo is This masterClasS for?

Anyone who has an interest in screenwriting and needs some direction on how to begin and work on a screenplay's marketing materials.

WHat is A Logline?

A logline in a 1-2 sentence summary of the movie that focuses on the main character, the conflict, and an emotional hook. Writing a logline is more difficult than it seems.

WHat is A Treatment?

An abridged script; longer than a synopsis. It consists of a summary of each major scene of a proposed movie and may even include snippets of dialogue.

THERE ARE 3 THINGS WE WILL FOCUS ON:

LOGLINES

OUTLINING

TREATMENTS

Are you ready to start writing?

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Meet The Instructor

Tiffany Yancey is an award-winning screenwriter, actress, and producer with over twenty years of experience in the entertainment industry. She began her screenwriting journey in 2014 under the mentorship of Yale Professor Marc Lapadula and continued to hone her writing skills over the years.

The first film that she wrote, produced, and starred in, “Love Him or Leave Him,” received the Best Comedy award at the Urban Media Film Festival in 2015 and Best Score at the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards in 2016. Also, her Christmas comedy, “Holiday Heartbreak,” produced by Mega Mind Media, recently aired on BET networks to rave reviews in December 2020. It was recognized as “Movie of The Week” by the iconic publication Ebony magazine.

Most recently, she completed writing the rom-com “That’s Her,” which will be produced and star comedian Kountry Wayne. She is also writing, producing, and starring in a number of new indie projects, including her comedy pilot, “The Introvert Life,” and the relationship drama series, “Perfect,” that will air on various streaming platforms in 2021.

F.A.Q.'s

How do you join the Masterclass?

After purchasing and before the live class, you will receive a Zoom link to register.

What if I miss the class?

The email address you provided upon purchase will be used to set up an account for you in our portal. You will receive an email with a password and link to log in.

Is the class refundable?

No, all digital products are nonrefundable, but if you have any issues, we'd be more than happy to help.

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING:

"I've been a member of the "Backstage Pass to the Movie Industry®" for a few months and have been very pleased with what I've learned about the industry.
I especially enjoy the guest speakers and the wealth of information they have shared with us about acting, writing, producing, and directing films.
I'm a caregiver and a woman of a particular age and have been allowed to pursue my writing career stress-free with the assistance of Ms. Angela White and Christin; they make a heck of a team.
I would encourage anyone interested in the business of filmmaking to join us as they leave no stone unturned."

Swaybee

Writer

"Angela's vast knowledge and experience in the entertainment industry makes working with her invaluable. I've benefited greatly from working with her. I want to expand my career and look forward to what I can accomplish with her continued guidance and support."

Dania

Writer

"My experience as a student of Backstage Pass has been very fruitful. The insight that Angela White gives is current, relevant, and refreshing. This program feels like on the job training that is tailor-made for where you are in your journey."

Tiffany

Writer/Director

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The masterclass is led by Writer, Producer, and Director, Rhyan Lamarr, Writer, Jon Knitter, and Writer, Producer, and actor Adam Key.

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