Writing for Genre

Catalog description

Survey and exploration of genre storytelling that helps better understand specific genre storytelling and screenwriting. Students develop their writing skills as they continue to develop their creative voices. Provides an in-depth opportunity with faculty mentorship and guidance in a variety of writing styles. Explores the following genres: action, drama, comedy, horror and science-fiction/fantasy. Focuses on the basic components of genre and story techniques including story creation, story structure, character development, conflict, pace, tone, dialogue in a series of assignments where students have hands-on writing opportunities within the various genres.