This workshop guides you to write a solid draft spec script from your half-hour comedy outline and move as far ahead as you can in polishing it. You begin by reworking your outline to simplify your story, nail down the essence of your characters, focus and tighten scenes, create mood and pacing and punch up dialogue from the blueprint you've created. You then move to the writing and polishing stage. On the business side, you deepen your knowledge of the current comedy series marketplace and map out basic career building strategies. Students must bring a complete outline to the first class. All student projects must focus on current shows; no pilots.
Prerequisites
SCRIPT X 421.1 Half-Hour TV I, or SCRIPT X 421.1N Half-Hour TV Intensive I, or department approval.
Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
This a hybrid (In-Person) format course which combines in-person instruction with semi-regular, required live meetings held on Zoom. Please see the course syllabus for specifics. Students must be present at course meeting times as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from April 28, 2025 to July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jun 24, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Jul 1, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Jul 8, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Jul 15, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Jul 22, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Online
Tue Jul 29, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote ClassroomRemote Learning
Online
Tue Aug 5, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote ClassroomRemote Learning
Online
Tue Aug 12, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote ClassroomRemote Learning
Online
Tue Aug 19, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote ClassroomRemote Learning
Discussion
Tue Aug 26, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from April 28, 2025 to July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from July 28, 2025 to October 05, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Sep 27, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Oct 4, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Oct 11, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Oct 18, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Oct 25, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Nov 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Nov 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Nov 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Nov 22, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Dec 6, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Gayley Center
Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required live class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from July 28, 2025 to October 05, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
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