You are closer to a sellable screenplay than you realize or have been led to believe. How do we know? Because if real estate is all about "location, location, location," then Hollywood's motto is "story, story, story." And story structure is SIMPLE.

It's just one day, one class, one system - we call it The 1-3-5.  “You're going to call it a miracle.” —DMA

DMA has traveled across the U.S. to teach "The 1-3-5" to screenwriters, high schools, colleges and companies. Are you ready to experience story structure made SIMPLE? Whether you're creating a project from page one or reworking a project from page one, the 1-3-5 will give you the precise understanding, focus and steps you'll need to complete sellable projects.  During her years as a story analyst, DMA often took home 20 scripts a weekend to read and break down. Just in case you're wondering why your "It's as good as it's gonna get" screenplay never landed on the desk of a dealmaker, "Good enough" isn't good enough.  "Sellable" is possible, if you respect the rules of screenwriting and don't fight to reinvent the “never-to-be-in-wide-distribution” wheel!

Whether you have a kernel of a concept to flesh out or a completed script you’re finally ready to fix, bring your work with you to apply some hard-hitting tips about structural elements, character arc and spine.  Sample exercises also will be done during the day to hone your structural skills!  f you are ready to take a substantial step towards the development desk or studio slate, sign up for this workshop now!

Class Time: 8 Hours

Workshop Dates:


Workshop Cost: $245.00 Guild members/Students with a Valid ID: $195.00 including lunch.

To register, please call (818) 345-8414 or use our Online Registration Form . 
For questions, please email workshops@columbiacollege.edu .

Course # SS101