Comedy Writing Courses and Certifications

Writing Comedy for Television

Master the art of TV comedy writing, from character development to pitching your show. Gain industry insights and practical skills to launch your career in Hollywood.

• BBC Maestro
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Video Writing: Using Humor to Communicate and Persuade

70 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Discover how to create compelling videos that reach an audience with humor.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Mastering Sketch Comedy

Learn to craft hilarious sketches with a step-by-step approach. Discover premise vs. character-based writing, master effective endings, and refine your work through targeted rewriting techniques.

• Skillshare
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Become a Better and Funnier Speaker

Become a Better and Funnier Speaker with David Nihill

• CreativeLive
• 3 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Strange Loop Conference

Comedy Writing With Small Generative Models

Explore the evolution of generative text models in comedy, from ngrams to transformers. Learn how model properties affect output and discover the enduring value of small language models in AI-driven humor.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Humor Writing: How to Think, Write, Speak, and Be Funnier!

882 ratings at Udemy

Great for Writing & Public Speaking: Learn the Techniques Professional Humorists Use to Create Consistently Funny Comedy

• Udemy
• 4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

How To Start Doing Stand Up Comedy

260 ratings at Udemy

Write, rehearse, and perform five minutes of stand-up comedy and learn a ton about yourself in the process!

• Udemy
• 3-4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Stand Up!; Comedy Writing and Performance Poetry

7 ratings at edX

Develop stand-up comedy and performance poetry skills, from writing to stage presence. Learn structure, timing, and vocal techniques for impactful live performances in this comprehensive introduction.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Judd Apatow Teaches Comedy

Learn to create hilarious storylines, write stand-up, and direct comedic films from Emmy winner Judd Apatow. Discover techniques for developing personal experiences into engaging, funny content and mastering the art of comedy.

• MasterClass
• 6 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Steve Martin Teaches Comedy

Learn how to find your voice, gather material, develop an act, and take your comedy writing to the next level.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Film Courage

Writing Characters for Film and Television - Expert Tips and Techniques

Expert insights on crafting compelling characters, structuring engaging stories, and mastering screenwriting techniques for film and TV. Learn from industry professionals to elevate your writing skills.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GOTO Conferences

The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets

Discover hidden mathematical gems in The Simpsons with author Simon Singh. Explore the fascinating intersection of math and comedy, and gain insights into the beauty of proofs and the importance of math education.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GDC

Building Games Around Humor - Lessons from The Haunted Island, a Frog Detective Game

Explore the art of crafting comedy in games with insights from "The Haunted Island." Learn techniques for writing natural, funny dialogue and finding humor in everyday situations.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Film Courage

Hidden Tools for Writing a Comedy Screenplay

Discover hidden tools for crafting hilarious screenplays with expert Steve Kaplan. Learn comedy writing techniques, character development, and story structure to create laugh-out-loud scripts that captivate audiences.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Looking Through Comedic Glasses - Finding Humor in Everyday Life

Discover the power of humor in everyday life with author Khyrunnisa A. Learn to find joy in adversity and embrace life's funny moments for a more positive outlook.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video