Foundations of Screenwriting:

Writing for Television & Streaming

LEARN THE ESSENTIALS FOR WRITING FOR COMPANIES LIKE NETFLIX, HBO, HULU AND MORE.

Television Formatting

Learn how to properly format for all types of television series.

Creating a Series Bible

Learn how to create your show's series' bible with examples from popular shows.

Plot Arcs Through the Series

We show you how build series arcs in your characters and your show's plot.

Preview The Course

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT THIS COURSE IS COVERING. 

 

Get Started Writing for Television

BEFORE YOU WRITE THAT PILOT YOU NEED TO JUMP INTO THIS GAME-CHANGING COURSE.

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1+ Hours of Video Content

We show you how to build your story and characters from the bottom up.

We Have You Covered

We also break down the one hour drama and the half hour comedy series. 

Access Anytime, Anywhere

Whether day or night, wherever you are, you have lifetime access to this course. 

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Geoffrey D. Calhoun is a multi-award-winning screenwriter and is sought out as a script consultant and a re-writer for various stages of development and production. He is the director of the Script Summit Screenplay Contest which is listed as one of the biggest Screenplay Competitions by The Script Lab.

He is known for his fast-paced thrillers but has also won awards for comedies and dramas. In 2017 Geoffrey was listed as a Top 100 Indie Writers in the World. He believes everyone is a writer at heart and has dedicated himself to help others learn the craft. His courses are designed to break down the mysteries of screenwriting by using easy to follow templates, outlines, and modern popular films as examples.

The Complete Indie Film Producing Workshop

Learn how to produce a low-budget feature film, step by step.

Camera Settings

Learn all about shutter speed, aperture, and ISO.

Flash Photography

Learn how to use flash to get trendy high-contrast photos.

35mm Film

Learn how to get crisp images using cameras from the 60s.

AREAS COVERED

  • Concept & Logline
  • Theme and Tone
  • World Building
  • Character: Differences Between Feature and TV
  • Conflict and Purpose
  • Building Layers
  • Story Patterns
  • Mysteries and Open Loops
  • Plot Arcs
  • Elevation of Conflict
  • Pushing Your Characters
  • The A, B, and C Plots
  • One Hour Drama Structure
  • Half Hour Comedy Structure
  • How to Create a Series Bible
  • Television Script Formatting
  • Bonus Interviews and Concepts with Geoffrey D. Calhoun


EXCLUSIVE SOFTWARE & SERVICES DISCOUNTS:

Did I mention that all IFH Academy members also get massive discounts on industry leading software and services?

  • Backstage.com (Free Casting Package)
  • Artlist Stock Footage (Two Free Months)
  • Artlist Stock Music & FX (Two Free Months)
  • Soundtripe Music (10% off Membership)
  • Rev.com Close Captioning ($10 off your First Order)
  • Bulletproof Script Coverage (15% off ANY Coverage Package)
  • StudioBinder.com (One Free Month)
  • Audible.com (One Free Audiobook)

Kelly Schwarze (Emmy-Winning Director)

Geoffrey D. Calhoun's The Guide for Every Screenwriter is one of the most efficient instruction manuals on the craft.  He cuts past the verbose film school expository, and gets straight to work, delivering a sample-driven checklist that anyone can follow. What’s remarkable about this book is how quick it is to apply to your work. 

Morgan I.P. Fics (Award-Winning Filmmaker)

When it comes to the world of screenwriting there are several different books that discuss the foundations of the craft. Calhoun’s book, “The Guide For Every Screenwriter is remarkable. Through his practical experience in the industry, he refreshingly offers up an approach to screenwriting that is of value to novices and pros alike.

What are you waiting for?

DON'T START WRITING THAT NETFLIX PILOT WITHOUT CHECKING OUT THIS COURSE.

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