Instructs writing students on how to verbally present their ideas. Points out that success in screenwriting depends not only on how well scripts are written but also how well screenwriters sell themselves and their scripts. Adds comments for instructors who want to teach pitching as part of a scriptwriting course. (PD)

Suggests a number of helpful resources, including textbooks, published and unpublished screenplays, contemporary critical writing, screenplay competitions, contact with industry professionals, and software programs for the screenwriter. (PD)

Describes a production-oriented course designed to give students experience in writing for film and knowledge of screenwriting techniques and film planning activities. (PD)

Presents a course in film planning (preproduction made up of the following units: (1) evaluating the concept; (2) preparing the script; (3) budgeting; and (4) financing. Includes readings for each unit. (PD)