CINE 368 - Writing for TV Animation

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

CINEMA

Description:

Students will gain an understanding of various approaches to developing and writing screenplays for TV Animation. Students will explore and become familiar with TV Animation screenplay length, structure, character development, how to study and emulate existing shows (as well as what it takes to work on brand new shows), how to adhere to existing show parameters, animation screenplay mechanics, and drama and comedy narrative storytelling. Students will seek to master the form on the written page as they develop a sense of their own voice, while complying with practical standard industry requirements. Students will also gain a deeper knowledge of development, formatting, preparing, and polishing TV Animation scripts for readers, Story Editors, and Producers. Prerequisites: CINE 305. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Examine existing animated TV series to understand the parameters of such shows. (2) Demonstrate the ability to formulate stories for TV Animation. (3) Demonstrate the ability to pitch ideas and premises for episodes of animated TV shows. (4) Develop and prepare loglines and premises for episodes of animated TV shows. (5) Develop and prepare outlines for episodes of animated TV shows. (6) Develop and write scripts for 2 episodes of animated TV shows (12-15 pages and 23-27 pages). (7) Demonstrate the ability to take notes and prepare revision drafts of episodes of TV animation. (8) Prepare for the writer's life through readings, assignments, etc. (9) Examine and assess story material, bibles, story sheets, etc. in order to write TV animation episodes. (10) Discover ways to spur your creativity and discipline in developing TV animation episodes.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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