Write What Gets Made

Learn Screenwriting, TV Writing, and Story Development at Academy of Art University

What is a Film & Television Writing Degree?

A Film & Television Writing degree teaches you how to write scripts for movies, TV shows, and digital series. You learn story structure, character development, screenwriting format, and how to pitch and produce your work.

At Academy of Art University, the program is designed to help you write, develop, and produce scripts that can move from idea to screen.

Write What Gets Made

Stories don’t change the world.
Stories that get made do.

If you’re searching for a film and television writing program, you are not here to experiment. You are here to build scripts that turn into real productions.

What You Learn in a Film & TV Writing Program

Master Screenwriting Fundamentals

Great storytelling is built on core principles:

• Characters with clear motivations
• Strong narrative structure
• High-stakes conflict
• Protagonists with urgent goals

In this program, you learn these fundamentals quickly and apply them immediately to your own scripts.

Start Writing Scripts From Day One

Unlike traditional programs, you begin writing immediately:

• Feature film scripts
• Television pilots
• Web and streaming series

You receive continuous feedback, revise your work, and improve through hands-on practice.

Learn From Working Industry Professionals

Courses are taught by:

• Produced screenwriters
• Television writers and creators
• Industry professionals with real credits

You gain insight into what works in the current entertainment landscape and how scripts actually get developed.

How to Develop Strong Characters

Character development is a core focus:

• Internal motivations and conflict
• Emotional depth and backstory
• Decision-making under pressure

Because in professional screenwriting, character drives story.

How Film & Television Writing Works in the Real World

Train in Writers’ Rooms and Collaborative Environments

You learn industry-standard workflows:

• Writers’ room collaboration
• Series development
• Showrunner responsibilities
• Script iteration through production

This mirrors how television and streaming content is created today.

See Your Scripts Produced

Many programs stop at writing. This one includes production.

Students may have scripts produced on campus sound stages, working with:

• Directors
• Actors
• Production crews

This allows you to see how your writing translates to screen and refine your craft.

Learn How to Pitch and Sell Your Work

In addition to writing, you develop career skills:

• Pitching scripts to producers
• Understanding the film and TV industry
• Collaborating across creative teams
• Building a sustainable writing career

Because success in screenwriting requires both creative and strategic skills.

What You Graduate With

A professional writing portfolio that may include:

• Feature-length screenplays
• Original TV pilots
• Produced short-form content
• Collaborative series projects

This portfolio demonstrates your ability to write for real-world production.

Admissions Requirements for Film & TV Writing Degrees

At Academy of Art University:

• No standardized test scores required
• No prior portfolio required
• Open enrollment structure

The focus is on starting and developing your skills immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a film and television writing degree worth it?

A degree is valuable if it provides hands-on experience, industry exposure, and a strong portfolio. Programs that include production and collaboration offer the most career value.

What jobs can you get with a screenwriting degree?

Graduates may pursue roles such as:

• Screenwriter
• Television writer
• Script editor
• Content creator
• Showrunner (with experience)

Do you need a degree to become a screenwriter?

No, but structured programs can accelerate skill development, provide industry access, and help build a professional portfolio faster.

Make Art Work

This is where you stop thinking about being a writer and start working like one.

Start your journey in film and television writing at Academy of Art University.

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