Fade In : Time For A Career In Screenwriting
Every great film, every compelling TV series starts with a great script.
Every great script starts with its writer.
We guide you through every stage of screenwriting, from concept to a polished & production-ready script. We don't just teach craft; we empower you to navigate the industry with confidence, understanding the practicalities and logistics of getting your script to screen.
Our training courses guide you through every stage of screenwriting, from idea through structure, pacing, character development and dialogue to finished script.
But we go further than craft. We show you how to shape your script for production, prepare the key documents, approach the industry with confidence and understand the practicalities, logistics and reality of your script becoming a film or series.
Concept & story development
Learn to ignite compelling narratives, develop unique concepts, and lay the foundational groundwork for impactful stories that resonate with audiences. This includes mastering character development and world design.
Adaptation for the screen
Master the art of transforming novels, plays, and short stories into captivating screenplays, preserving the essence while crafting a visual narrative fit for film or series.
Script structure & pacing
Dive deep into the architecture of a great script, understanding how to build compelling acts, scenes, and sequences for maximum dramatic impact and engaging flow.
Industry preparation
Beyond writing, we teach you how to prepare synopses, treatments, pitch decks, and approach the industry with the confidence and practical knowledge needed for your script to become a film or series.
"I found the course really insightful and Paul FitzSimons skillfully managed to de-mystify the craft of writing a treatment. Invaluable."
- Maurice Sweeney, award winning TV Drama and Documentary Director.
