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Course Description

Do you dream of crafting episodes for your favorite TV series? Have you ever watched a show and thought, "I could write a perfect episode for this!" This course is your opportunity to turn that passion into reality. Designed for aspiring screenwriters and television enthusiasts, this class teaches the art of writing spec scripts—scripts for existing TV shows that showcase your ability to capture their unique style, tone, and storytelling structure.
Through hands-on workshops, guided exercises, and peer feedback, you'll gain practical experience in crafting narratives that resonate with audiences and industry professionals alike. By the end of the course, you'll have a polished spec script ready to serve as a calling card for fellowships, competitions, or professional opportunities in television writing.

Whether you're an experienced writer looking to expand into TV or a beginner eager to explore screenwriting, this course is tailored to help you succeed. Join us this fall and take your first step toward becoming a television writer!

 

Learner Outcomes

Whether you're drawn to the humor of sitcoms, the intensity of dramas, the suspense of thrillers, or the imaginative worlds of sci-fi, this course provides the essential tools to bring your ideas to life. You'll learn how to:

  • Analyze the structure and storytelling elements of popular TV shows.
  • Develop compelling episode ideas that fit seamlessly into existing series.
  • Build multi-dimensional characters and engaging dialogue.
  • Master industry-standard formatting and techniques for spec scripts.
  • Showcase your originality while staying true to the show's voice.

     

Notes

Ages 15+

 

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The SPEC-tacular TV Scripts course is not currently open for enrollment, but we can arrange for any number of lessons you would like, click here for more information or contact the Community Music and Arts Center (CMAC) at cmac@harpercollege.edu. If you’re a new student wanting to register for private lessons click here to fill out the new student form. If you would like us to notify you when enrollment opens, click and on the Request Information button below.
Thank you for your interest in this course. While we currently do not have a section open for enrollment, we invite you to join us the next time the class is offered. To ensure you don’t miss out, please complete a Course Inquiry and we’ll be sure to notify you as soon as the next enrollment opens.
Thank you for your interest.