# Event Details - **Event Name**: Screenwriters Foundation Certificate - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: This five week evening course will take you from your idea to the page.About this EventAbout the Screenwriter’s Foundation CertificateScreenwriters create scripts for films, television and any other filmed scripted media. They provide the blueprint for the creative contribution of the director, producer, cinematographer, designer, editor and composer, cast and crew. The Screenwriters’ Foundation Certificate is an evening course designed to take you from idea to finished page.This five-week screenwriting course provides a detailed overview of the skills, knowledge and professional requirements for those wishing to write for the screen. The information covered in the Screenwriter’s Foundation Certificate includes viable idea generation, screenplay formatting, as well as character, plot and structure creation. The course will include a pitching skills workshop – an essential skill for screenwriters in getting their projects made.What will the Screenwriter’s Foundation Certificate cover?Week 1: The BeginningThe first and most important part of your screenplay is the idea. It’s important to understand how to break this down and develop it into something an audience will want to see. Often screenplays fail because the story or structure is poor – mistakes which even the most experienced of screenwriters make.Idea-generation techniquesHow to make your ideas compellingCopyright and how to protect your ideasProper script format and style guideWeek 2 – Building Your StoryYou may have a great story or scene and perfect formatting, but there’s also an art to understanding how to give texture to the story. This will be the difference between whether you elicit emotion in your audience or not.Scene writing and story structureHow to create a page turnerSuspense and other dramatic toolsWeek 3 – Casting your storyBy understanding each of your key characters, you will be able to define the story and subplot. Then, by studying existing screenplays, you will be able to identify what works and what doesn’t work, and what you like and what you don’t like for your own script.How to create compelling characters that stay with youMagnification, traits and other character toolsFilm analysis of a character from an existing film or screenplayWeek 4 – Pitch clinicPitching is one of the most important skills needed for a successful career in the film industry – and as a screenwriter, you will be doing it for your entire career. It is also one of the least considered by new entrants to the industry.Running a pitch meetingWhat the goals of a pitch meeting should beHow to use visual aidsFinding your hook* This dynamic Pitch Clinic is available individually >HERE<Week 5 – Writing Compelling DialogueThink of the last bad film you saw. Was it poor because of the acting and story, or was it because of the script? If the script isn’t good enough then the film will more than likely fail. The dialogue is an important factor in this and getting it right is not always obvious.The tricks and traps of writing dialogueThe 3 tracks for recording dialogueHoning and mixing effective dialogueWhat will you achieve?On completion of the Screenwriter’s Foundation Certificate, students will have acquired the skills, knowledge and confidence to write and pitch professional-level scripts.How will you be taught?A mix of lecture-style and group discussion with tutor guidance. The fifth week, will offer students the opportunity to pitch their film idea to the tutor to receive instant feedback on their pitch.Who should attend?The Screenwriter’s Foundation Certificate is suitable for anyone interested in screenwriting, of all levels and abilities. It is not necessary to have a project for this class, but you might find it even more useful if you come with something in mind. We also welcome novelists, short story writers, and storytellers seeking a five-week structured class with specific targets and measurable results.About the tutor is the founder of Raindance Film Festival and the British Independent Film Awards. He teaches screenwriting and producing in the UK, Europe, Asia and America.Elliot Grove has developed a simple, practical introduction to the art, craft and mechanics of screenwriting. As a script consultant, and having produced or exec produced 5 features and over 150 short films over 20 years, he has a key understanding of the concepts, theories and tools that will make your screenplay exceptional.Elliot has written three books which have become industry standards: , now in its second edition (Focal Press 2008), (Focal Press 2013) and 130 Projects to Get You Into Filmmaking (Barrons 2009). In 2009 he was awarded a PhD for services to film education.What they’re sayingYou can’t beat Elliot for depth of knowledge and experience in the industry. The combination of practical suggestions on career building and theory on writing practice was spot on. The richness of the examples used to illustrate made the course feel unusually personal – when writing for a job can begin to feel a bit impersonal. The pitching session was particularly awesome. My heart was literally in my throat but it’s amazing how inspiring sheer terror and a group full of supportive people can be. - Sarah A MannI got a lot from the course. I’m now going to go back through my notes and apply the tools to various projects. Really pleased to have discovered Raindance. -Sally NettletonDid you know?Raindance members save 20% on this course? You can join online < and start saving immediatelyThis course is FREE for our and studentsRaindance doesn’t teach screenwriting. Raindance makes screenwriters.The Raindance Guarantee: If this course fails to meet your expectations, let us know at the break and we will make a full, 100% no-questions-asked refundhttps://youtu.be/Ud46ufuYGDM - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/screenwriters-foundation-certificate-tickets/100001970769621991 - **Event Categories**: workshops, entertainment, art, meetups, theatre, literary-art, festivals, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Raindance Film Training Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 299.95, max: 299.95, currency: GBP - **Ticket informations**: - ticket_1 — 299.95 GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Raindance Film Training Centre - **lat**: 51.5076305 - **long**: -0.12539479999998093 - **full address**: Raindance Film Training Centre, 10a Craven Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Screenwriters Foundation Certificate - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/51c7252aa8eaca4003c33f3e12b0e848135dbcc16e99b576a897126ac477880d-rimg-w1080-h608-dcbdbdbf-gmir.jpg?v=1775738967 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Screenwriters Foundation Certificate being held? - **A:** Screenwriters Foundation Certificate takes place on Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Raindance Film Training Centre, 10a Craven Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Screenwriters Foundation Certificate? - **A:** Tickets for Screenwriters Foundation Certificate are priced at GBP 300 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityComplimentary placeFreeLimitedEarly birdGBP 270AvailableGeneral AdmissionGBP 300Available - **Q**: What is the refund policy for Screenwriters Foundation Certificate? - **A:** Tickets for Screenwriters Foundation Certificate are non-refundable. All sales are final - once purchased, tickets cannot be returned or exchanged. We recommend confirming your availability before completing your booking. - **Q**: Who is organizing Screenwriters Foundation Certificate? - **A:** Screenwriters Foundation Certificate is organized by Raindance. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Screenwriters Foundation Certificate is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. 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