Script and Screenplay writing

*Professional Diploma in Script & Screenplay Writing*



*New Batch Commenced:* 05th December 2026





*About the Course*



The Professional Diploma in Script & Screenplay Writing at Mumbai Film Academy is designed for aspiring writers who want to learn the art of storytelling and professional scriptwriting for films, television, web series, OTT platforms, documentaries, YouTube, advertisements, and other forms of digital media.

The course covers the fundamentals of cinema, story development, character creation, screenplay structure, dialogue writing, professional script formatting, and the legal aspects of protecting creative work.



*Course Curriculum*



*1. Understanding Cinema and Film History*

* Evolution of Cinema


* From the Golden Age of Indian Cinema to Modern Cinema


* Realism and Neorealism in Cinema


* Understanding Different Forms of Cinema



*2. Fundamentals of Scriptwriting*

* Basic Structure of Scriptwriting


* Understanding the Premise


* Conventional Story Structure


* Understanding Paradigm Shifts


* Developing a One-Liner, Story Idea, and Synopsis


* Fiction and Non-Fiction Writing


* Imagination and Creative Thinking



*3. Story Research and Development*

* Research and Story Development


* Ideation and Content Creation


* Content Development


* Developing Original Story Ideas


* Creating Engaging Narratives


* Presentation of Story Ideas



*4. Character Development and Storytelling*

* Characterization


* Creating and Developing Characters


* Dramatic Expression


* Story Narration


* Understanding Conflict and Character Motivation


* Developing Compelling Stories



*5. Scriptwriting for Different Platforms*

* Scriptwriting for Television


* Writing for TV Serials


* Scriptwriting for Documentaries


* Scriptwriting for YouTube


* Writing for Web Series


* Writing for Reality Shows


* Writing for OTT Platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, ZEE5, JioHotstar, and others


* Writing for Films



*6. Screenplay and Professional Scriptwriting*

* Screenplay Writing for Films


* Understanding Professional Script Formats


* Writers’ Scripts


* Shooting Scripts


* Storyboarding


* Understanding the Difference Between a Script and a Screenplay


* Developing Scripts for Production



*7. Dialogue Writing*

* Fundamentals of Dialogue Writing


* Writing Natural and Effective Dialogues


* Punch Dialogue Writing


* Dialogue Writing for Films and Television


* Creating Memorable and Impactful Conversations



*8. Commercial and Media Writing*

* Advertisement Film Scriptwriting


* Copywriting


* News Content Writing


* Content Creation for Different Media Platforms


* Writing for Reality Shows



*9. Intellectual Property Rights and Legal Aspects*

* Understanding Story Rights


* Censor Certification and Censor Scripts


* How to Protect an Original Idea or Script


* Copyright Protection


* Copyright Infringement


* Contracts and Agreements for Writers







*Who Can Join This Course?*



This course may be suitable for aspiring screenwriters, filmmakers, content creators, dialogue writers, television writers, and anyone interested in developing a career in the entertainment and media industry.



*Course Video & Feedback*

Watch the course video here:



https://youtu.be/ilwjU2DcMkM?si=MvIMvA7l8RE9ryyn



https://youtu.be/LULT_qkqnnc?si=hOosKiPbfwG0N8-8



https://youtu.be/4l1StoWGCGA?si=0bXh1_SBAe8p_aNK



*Google Map👇*

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*Head Office🏫👇*

Mumbai Film Academy,📍

Bungalow 191, SVP Nagar, MHADA Versova Telephone exchange, Near Lokhandwala, Andheri West, Mumbai.

9869042396 / 9867726767

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