A Quick Guide to Television Writing
A Quick Guide to Television Writing is the ultimate reference manual to the art, craft, and business of writing for the small screen.
In a series of brief but comprehensive segments, the book covers the entire process of creating a professional television script from conceiving the initial idea to polishing the final draft. Covered topics include: the three main types of teleplays; an overview of dramatic storytelling; adapting a dramatic story to the specific demands of television storytelling; the techniques of television storytelling; teleplay style and formatting; how to create a television series; important T.V. writing “dos” and “don'ts:” the business of television writing, including an overview of the many jobs and positions available to T.V. writers; and how to bring your work to the attention of the industry.
Written in smart, reader-friendly prose, the book is chock full of the vital information, helpful tips, and keen advice that will help you make your teleplay the best it can be.
CHAPTER 1: Dramatic Storytelling
CHAPTER 2: Dramatic Storytelling for Television
CHAPTER 3: The Teleplay Writing Process
CHAPTER 4: The Television Writing Process
CHAPTER 5: Script Format, Structure, and Length For Single-Camera Shows
CHAPTER 6: Script Format, Structure, and Length For Multi-Camera Sitcoms
CHAPTER 7: Script Format, Structure, and Length For Multi-Camera Shows Shot on Video
CHAPTER 8: A Few Tips
CHAPTER 9: Jobs for Television Writers
CHAPTER 10: Creating a Television Series
CHAPTER 11: Writing Other Forms of Television
CHAPTER 12: The Business of Television Writing
The book is published by
Limelight Editions
Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group
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Montclair, NJ 07042
Phone: 973-337-5034 ext. 203
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