Beginning Screenwriting made EASY - Screenwriting Course (Udemy.com)
Screenwriting doesn't have to be hard
Created by: Word Dancer
Last updated July 2022
What you will learn
- The biggest mistake new screenwriters make
- How to maximize your chances of screenwriting success in Hollywood BEFORE writing your script - This is HUGE!
- What you should know about your story idea
- Ways of generating screenwriting story ideas
- How to make those ideas resonate with the audience
- How to build characters when screenwriting
- Basic screenplay structure in screenwriting
- Format in screenwriting
- How to get feedback on your finished screenplay
- How to think like a screenwriter
- And more great screenwriting tips and tricks
- My screenwriting journey - it didn't involve film school!
How it compares
Against the other 503 rated Udemy courses in Teaching & Academics on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.8 out of 5higher than 87% of them
- Reviews1,357#120 of 504 by number of reviews
- Length2.8 hoursshorter than 60% of them
- Last updatedJuly 2022earlier than 58% of them
Course Description
Learn screenwriting the FAST, EASY, SIMPLE way in this online beginning script writing course :)
This is a step-by-step approach to screenwriting. We'll go over all the basics that you need for planning your movie script including the idea, structure and characters, script writing, screenplay format and what to do after writing the first draft.
This course is PRACTICAL, time-saving and easy to understand. You CAN learn screenwriting without going to film school. Absolute beginners to script writing welcome:)
Click to buy and begin your screenwriting journey NOW!
Instructor Details
- 4.8 Rating
1,357 Reviews
Word Dancer
I'm a screenwriter who won the Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. My work has been mentioned in the New York Times, Fade In and W Magazine. I've sold several options and had Academy Award-winning actors attached to my projects. I read over 450 screenplays a year from both amateurs and professionals.
I have helped thousands of screenwriters on my YouTube channel WORD DANCER - How to Write a Screenplay.
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Reviews
By Dave Cenker on 3/1/2026
This course lays out a solid foundation from a technical standpoint on how to develop a story idea and turn it into a screenplay. It's not comprehensive in that regard, nor should it be. There is so much more to learn. It's a never-ending process which is part of the allure, and the instructor provides valuable resources that I've already dipped into and utilized to further my knowledge and cultivate my skills. As a self-published novelist, I understand the mental blocks associated with starting at a blank page, whether it's filled with prose or a script. And this is where this course shines like the brightest star in the sky. From a psychology standpoint, this course and the honest opinions from the instructor make me excited and committed to embarking (and continuing) on this new journey. It's a quick-hitting, action-packed, informative, and enjoyable course filled with digestible and actionable tips/resources in a witty and engaging manner. I honestly can't wait to get started and look forward to taking more courses from this trusted instructor.
By Mike Lucero on 1/30/2024
This was the first course I've ever taken about screenwriting and it was perfect! The instructors pace and level of information was a perfect balance of abundance, but not overwhelming. A ton of contextual examples included was great, too. Most of all, she always encourages you to take control of your screenwriting journey and empowers you to write what you're passionate about. Overall, can't recommend this course enough.
By Harold Lindsey on 4/23/2022
Great Course. Word Dancer has taken a rather difficult subject, and simplified it. I like the way she broke down each part of the process and provided us with examples. I also appreciate her ( do’s & don’t’s ) throughout the whole course. Being an actual screenwriter herself, Word Dance’s real world experience is more than invaluable! I realize that this is a glimpse into the world of screenwriting, and will take look at her other courses.
By Jarrell Weston on 8/27/2021
I’ve always admired this woman and how enthusiastic she is. She speaks in a way that’s easy to understand and is just an overall joy to watch. And the course was a pretty good primer for screenwriting. But more than anything the instructor knew how to keep it interesting while being encouraging at the same time. Also some of the topics she explained seem like inside information that’s not typically discussed. Great course and awesome instructor with good energy.
By Marilyn Lucero on 2/6/2021
I love this course. It's presented so clearly that I learn a lot. Before this, I had been jumping from one source to another until someone suggested finding an online course at Udemy. Above all, I love the presenter. Aside from the learning, the way she projects the lessons, and the way she arranges everything, she motivates me on taking away my fears. There are more to these actually, but words aren't just enough.
By Sew Ker Ching on 11/22/2020
A very lovely course. She is really passionate about what she is doing. Love it!
By D W on 11/15/2020
Finding where to start feels like the biggest battle. So, having all of the links and screenplays listed here makes getting started so much easier!
By Simon Caouette on 11/8/2020
Good courses!
By Maria Rusu on 11/8/2020
Ce cours surpasse mes attentes. Merci beaucoup!
By Stacy Pendergrast on 10/25/2020
Motivational
By Landus Rice on 10/23/2020
Very easy to follow. Very informative, and there are many invaluable resources that I would not have know about otherwise.
By Izell Ryans on 10/23/2020
For its low price the course really goes above and beyond on giving you the things you need to begin your journey as a screenwriter! Word Dancer, provides a cut to the chase, easy to follow guide on how to become a great screenwriter! Very satisfied!
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Overall Score : 96 / 100






