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Learn the fundamentals professionals use:

  • Structure: Understand three-act structure, scene beats, and pacing so your story holds attention from first page to last.

  • Character: Build compelling protagonists and antagonists with clear motivations, arcs, and conflicts that drive plot.

  • Dialogue: Write dialogue that reveals character and advances the story without exposition-heavy lines.

  • Format: Master screenplay format and industry standards so your script reads professionally and is production-ready.

What you’ll walk away with

  • A clear understanding of screenwriting mechanics.

  • At least one polished short script or pilot sample ready for submission or further development.

  • A writer’s toolkit: loglines, scene outlines, character bios, and revision strategies.

  • Skills to enter writers’ rooms, pitch meetings, film festivals, or writing programs.

$350 total for all four classes.

This class meets ONLINE Aug 11, Aug 18, Aug 25, Sep 1 from 6:30 - 8 pm EST.

Take the first step toward making your stories visual and marketable. Enroll in "Intro to Screenwriting" and learn how to craft scripts that capture attention, communicate intention, and stand up to industry standards.

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What to expect

  • You’ll write scenes and receive focused, constructive feedback.

    Short assignments and a final 5–10 page (web series) pilot or short film script give you a tangible portfolio piece.

    Exercises teach you how to pitch ideas and write loglines, synopses, and treatments.

  • Develop habits that keep you writing consistently.

    Learn revision techniques that transform rough pages into polished drafts.

    Gain confidence to collaborate with directors, producers, and other writers.

  • No prior experience required — conceptual explanations are paired with practical application.

    Ideal for filmmakers, novelists switching to screen, playwrights, actors, and anyone with a story to tell.

  • Tpewriter Party events are a safe space for all. We prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.

  • We include optional check-ins, next steps, and community resources to help you keep the momentum going.

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Meet Your Instructor

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Karin Partin Wells

Karin is an award-winning, produced screenwriter and a development exec. She is a neurodivergent creative who values the rules and structure of screenplays so the art can flow freely within those boundaries. She is NYU trained, worked in film as a 1st AC, and has taught hundreds of workshops to all levels of writers over the last fifteen years.

  • "Karin offers a unique perspective of teaching writers to follow story structure and foster individuality."

    Current Customer

  • "I love how blunt Karin is with her feedback. She doesn't hold back, yet she helps people find joy in all aspects of writing."

    Current Customer

  • "I felt confident my writing was industry ready after working with Karin. She pushes people out of the nest to get their work made."

    Former Customer

Still have questions? Book a free ten-minute phone call on the “Book Now” page. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register for a workshop.

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