Most screenwriting books and seminars attempt to teach the frustrated screenwriter what to do; this seminar will outline how to do it. Author Karl Iglesias will discuss the ten essential habits of highly successful A-list screenwriters such as Ron Bass Akiva Goldsman Eric Roth and more offering students an insider's view at how the pros discipline themselves create original material conquer the blank page eliminate writer's block and persevere in Hollywood. Students will also get an insightful look at the realities of the business directly from the top writers in Hollywood.

As a screenwriter who progressed from writing query letters to produced scripts and being a major studio writer, Gary Whitta is able to speak comprehensively on one of the most enduring questions about screenwriting - how to break into the industry and how to successfully navigate the business once you're in. From what makes a successful spec to pitching projects to studios and handling development notes

The goal is not to write a screenplay someone will make into a movie. The goal is to write something a reader will keep reading... and finish! Beginning writers ALL make the same mistakes, most of which are simple fixes. Akers will help you defuse ten easily avoidable land mines -- any of which will stop a reader cold.

If you've ever found yourself stuck halfway through a great script or blocked because you don't know what to do next then this lecture is for you. How character leads to choices. How to maximize conflict. The 12 GUIDEPOSTS to your screenplay and a host of over tools will be discussed.

A great overview on legal issues for the screenwriter. The class will cover such topics as 'What should and shouldn't be in an option agreement 'The ins and outs of copyright registration.'How do I avoid being sued for libel' How can I buy someone's life story rights'Do I need a collaboration agreement with my writing partner'Can I use the name of real products in my script' and 'How do I keep producers from ripping me off.