Script in 3 Months: Screenwriting Intensive
$660.00
Unlock your creative potential with this hands-on 3-month screenwriting intensive designed to bring your story from idea to script. Whether you’re a new writer or refining your craft, this course provides the guidance and tools to transform your thoughts into a polished screenplay. Led by filmmaker Tamala Baldwin (Blended Christmas on BET+), you’ll learn to craft compelling characters, structure your story intuitively, and develop a strong, authentic narrative. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to elevate your script—no more waiting, just writing. Terms and conditions apply. Full payment required for Early Bird Discount.
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Step Into Your Power – Intuitively Craft Your Story and Bring It to Life in Just 3 Months
Great stories live inside all of us, but bringing them to life on paper is often the hardest step. This screenwriting bootcamp is designed for intuitive storytellers who feel their ideas but struggle to organize or structure them into a script. Forget getting bogged down in technique; this is about you unlocking your creativity and turning your vision into a finished screenplay.
I’ve been where you are. In 2018, as an actor yearning to tell the stories I envisioned, I stopped waiting for the perfect opportunity and created one. Writing my own work changed everything, leading me to direct my first feature film, Blended Christmas, premiering on BET+ on Christmas Day!
Now I’m here to help you unlock your stories. This three-month intensive will focus on intuitively developing your narrative—starting with building your world and characters, crafting an outline, and then diving into writing your script. By the end, you’ll have a complete screenplay that reflects your voice and vision.
What You’ll Achieve in Just 3 Months
This screenwriting intensive isn’t just about learning—it’s about unlocking your creativity and doing the work. By the end of these 12 weeks, you’ll walk away with:
By the end of the intensive, you’ll have a complete script and the skills to confidently take the next steps toward seeing your story on screen.
Why This Bootcamp is Different
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Intuitive Approach to Storytelling: Forget strict rules—this course focuses on guiding you to trust your instincts, allowing your story to flow naturally and authentically.
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From the Heart, Not Just the Head: We dive into the emotional core of your story, ensuring it resonates deeply with audiences while staying true to your vision.
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Vivid World-Building and Character Development: You’ll learn to create immersive settings and multidimensional characters that leap off the page and stay with your viewers long after the credits roll.
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Complete Support from Start to Finish: Whether you’re overflowing with ideas or struggling to find your starting point, this bootcamp takes you step-by-step from concept to a finished screenplay.
Course Breakdown
Here’s a closer look at the modules designed to equip you with everything you need to launch your filmmaking journey with confidence.
Story Development
This month focuses on getting everything out of your head and onto paper. Through intuitive exercises and guided storytelling, you’ll lay the foundation for your script.
Week 1: Finding Your Story
- Explore where your ideas come from and identify your story’s core.
- Use creative exercises to free-write and unlock hidden ideas.
- Assignment: Write a 1-page story concept with key themes and emotional beats.
Week 2: Building Your World
- Create an immersive setting that enhances your story.
- Establish tone, mood, and how your world shapes your characters.
- Assignment: Write a 1-page world-building description.
Week 3: Creating Memorable Characters
- Dive deep into character motivations, flaws, and arcs.
- Explore how your characters drive the story and interact with the world.
- Assignment: Write character bios for your main cast.
Week 4: Outlining and Structure
- Learn to map your story intuitively using beats and emotional highs/lows.
- Focus on structure as a guide, not a constraint.
- Assignment: Complete an outline or treatment for your story.
Writing Your First Draft
With your story and outline in hand, it’s time to bring it to life on the page.
Week 5: Writing Dynamic Scenes
- Explore how to write scenes that move the story forward.
- Practice writing visually and emotionally compelling moments.
- Assignment: Write the opening 5-10 pages of your screenplay.
Week 6: Finding Your Flow
- Embrace your writing rhythm and overcome writer’s block.
- Trust your intuition while keeping your characters and story on track.
- Assignment: Write the first act of your screenplay (20-30 pages).
Week 7: Building Momentum
- Focus on the heart of your story—Act Two.
- Learn to sustain tension and develop subplots.
- Assignment: Write 20-30 pages of your second act.
Week 8: Writing the Climax
- Craft a satisfying climax and resolution that ties your narrative together.
- Reflect on how your characters and themes come full circle.
- Assignment: Write the final act of your screenplay.
Refining and Completing Your Script
This month is about polishing your draft and completing your journey as a screenwriter.
Week 9: Self-Editing and Revision
- Review your work with a fresh perspective.
- Learn intuitive techniques for refining dialogue, pacing, and emotional beats.
- Assignment: Revise and refine your complete draft.
Week 10: Formatting and Flow
- Ensure your script meets professional formatting standards.
- Finalize scene descriptions, sluglines, and dialogue.
- Assignment: Format and clean up your draft.
Week 11: Finishing Touches
- Add final polish to ensure your story is ready to share.
- Reflect on your progress and celebrate your creative growth.
- Assignment: Complete your final draft and submit it for feedback.
Week 12: Sharing Your Vision
- Participate in a group reading and workshop session.
- Receive constructive feedback to strengthen your story.
- Guest speaker: Insights from a working screenwriter on next steps.
Who This Bootcamp is For
This bootcamp is for anyone with a story inside them, ready to be told. Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone looking to refine your craft, this course is designed to help you transform your ideas into a finished screenplay.
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Intuitive Writers: If you feel the story in your head but struggle to get it onto paper, this course will guide you step-by-step, unlocking your creativity and giving you the tools to write confidently.
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Aspiring Screenwriters: Ready to take the leap into writing your first script? Learn the fundamentals of storytelling, character development, and structure to create a screenplay you’re proud of.
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Storytellers from All Mediums: Actors, novelists, playwrights, or content creators looking to transition into screenwriting and expand their storytelling skills.
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Dreamers Tired of Waiting: If you’re tired of waiting for permission to share your story with the world, this bootcamp empowers you to take control and bring your vision to life.
No prior experience in screenwriting is necessary—just the willingness to show up, dive into your creativity, and commit to telling your story.
Are You Ready to Take Control?
The story inside you is ready to be told—it’s time to let it out.
Join the From Imagination to Paper: Screenwriting Intensive, an intimate, hands-on program designed to guide you through the process of bringing your story to life.
Starting Thursday, January 18, 2025, this 3-month immersive program is all about helping you connect with your creativity, tap into your unique voice, and shape the narrative that’s been waiting to emerge.
With only 5-7 spots available, this experience ensures you’ll receive personalized support, detailed feedback, and the tools you need to confidently craft your screenplay.
Sessions are held live via Zoom twice a month, giving you a flexible yet focused structure. And with recordings of each session, you’ll always have the resources to revisit key lessons.
👉 Secure your spot now! Let your story unfold, and take the first step toward transforming your vision into reality.
Meet Your Instructor
Tamala BaldwinTamala Baldwin
Tamala Baldwin is a dynamic director, executive producer, and educator with over eight years of hands-on experience bringing stories to life across film, television, and digital media. With credits including HBO, Disney/ABC, and Hulu, Tamala knows what it takes to create compelling content that resonates with audiences. In 2023, she made her mark as a director with her first SAG ULB holiday feature, Blended Christmas, starring Jennifer Freeman, Victoria Rowell, and Anthony Dalton, premiering this holiday season.
Beyond directing, Tamala is an award-winning creator of the hit digital series Bubbly Brown Sugar, now streaming on Tubi. Her projects have earned accolades at renowned festivals like the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival and the Newark International Film Festival. Tamala’s experience spans from indie films to high-profile branded content for Chevy Equinox and The Grio, giving her a rare ability to merge creativity with strategic execution.
As an adjunct professor teaching graduate-level marketing and project management, Tamala excels at bridging the gap between artistry and business. She is passionate about equipping creatives with the tools and knowledge to succeed in today’s evolving film industry. With a proven track record and a deep commitment to empowering others, Tamala offers a unique opportunity to learn from a professional who has built her career by taking bold leaps and producing work that leaves a lasting impact.
Invest in yourself and learn from a visionary who has walked the path and knows how to help you blaze your own trail.
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Classes Start January 2025
Script in 3 Months: Screenwriting Intensive
$660.00
Unlock your creative potential with this hands-on 3-month screenwriting intensive designed to bring your story from idea to script. Whether you’re a new writer or refining your craft, this course provides the guidance and tools to transform your thoughts into a polished screenplay. Led by filmmaker Tamala Baldwin (Blended Christmas on BET+), you’ll learn to craft compelling characters, structure your story intuitively, and develop a strong, authentic narrative. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to elevate your script—no more waiting, just writing. Terms and conditions apply. Full payment required for Early Bird Discount.