Three-Act Structure Courses and Certifications

Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television

235 ratings at Coursera

Learn to write a complete feature-length screenplay through a structured process, peer feedback, and hands-on practice. Develop your idea from concept to final draft, mastering industry-standard formatting and storytelling techniques.

• Coursera
• 3 days 21 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Story Structure: 8 Essentials for Outlining Your Novel or Script

Learn essential story structure elements for novels and scripts, covering eight key points across three acts to create compelling narratives with satisfying climaxes and character development.

• Skillshare
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

How To Write A Movie Script : Movie Script Writing Basics

267 ratings at Udemy

How To Write A Script For A Movie : Movie Script Writing Basics : Writing A Screenplay : How To Write A Movie Script

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Creative Writing Project: Write Act 3

Learn to craft a compelling Act 3 for your story, from planning the climax to resolving loose ends, completing your detailed creative writing project outline.

• Skillshare
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Screenwriting I

Master the art of cinematic storytelling through three-act structure, character development, dialogue crafting, and screenplay formatting. Analyze films, write scenes, and create a treatment for a feature or TV script.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 23rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Screenwriting I

Master the art of cinematic storytelling through three-act structure, character development, and dialogue crafting. Analyze films, write scenes, and create a feature film or TV treatment.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 23rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Memoir Writing: Write a Personal Story for a Universal Audience

Learn how to write a compelling personal narrative by exploring different literary devices and story structures

• Domestika
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Learning Screenwriting

272 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Walks through the process of getting your screenplay idea out of your head and onto the printed page.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2-3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Write a Bestselling Novel in 15 Steps

221 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn the storytelling structure at the heart of almost all great novels. Explore the 15 essential beats, or plot points, that compel readers to keep turning the page.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Creating a Short Film: 02 Writing

134 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn about writing a great script including storytelling, working with screenwriting software, and revising scripts. Discover filmmaking tips for anyone who wants to make a short.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 3 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Screenplay Fundamentals: Build Story Structures

Learn to develop compelling narratives by exploring a script’s structural elements and turning your ideas into audiovisual projects

• Domestika
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Screenwriters Toolkit

Learn screenwriting essentials from Jim Uhls, writer of "Fight Club". Master script structure, character development, and industry insights to craft compelling stories and navigate a successful career in film and TV writing.

• CreativeLive
• 4 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• $49.00

Film Courage

Documentary Filmmaking Masterclass - Tips and Techniques

Acclaimed documentarian Kevin Knoblock shares insights on funding, subject selection, interviewing techniques, and evolving trends in documentary filmmaking, offering valuable tips for aspiring filmmakers.

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

Microcredential

How to Write a Novel: Structure & Outline

Learn the fundamentals of story structure from our MFA program faculty and complete a detailed, scene-by-scene outline of your novel idea.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• Finished
• Paid Course