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Screenwriter and Storyteller
Craft Stories That Captivate, Scripts That Inspire.
Craft Stories That Captivate, Scripts That Inspire.
The Screenwriter and Storyteller course, led by Iulia Rugină, prepares you to write screenplays like a true professional—for television, streaming series, or digital platforms. From your first story outline to the final script, you will learn how to build captivating and memorable narratives.
You will deepen your understanding of story structure, develop complex and authentic characters, and discover how to write emotionally engaging dialogue. This course teaches you advanced screenwriting techniques, including how to set the rhythm and pacing of scenes to keep your audience engaged from beginning to end.
You’ll explore the entire creative process—from brainstorming and outlining ideas to revising and rewriting scripts to bring them to perfection.
Course Level: Beginner / Intermediate
Age Requirement: 18+ years old
Fee: €400
Limited Spots Available: 10 – 20 participants*
*Please note that signing up does not guarantee selection for the course.
*As part of the selection process, the applicants will be contacted by Antena Academy for a friendly conversation.
*Graduates of this course will receive a 20% discount on future courses.
*Depending on the number of participants, Antena Academy holds the right to adjust the course start date. Any changes will be communicated via email a few days in advance.
Full payment is required before the course begins.
What You Will Master
Narrative Fundamentals – Learn the structure of a story, how to build acts, and how to incorporate themes and subtext that resonate with the audience.
Character Development – Discover how to create complex characters with strong development arcs and authentic dialogue that makes your script stand out.
Screenwriting Techniques – Master proper screenplay formatting, writing dynamic scenes, and maintaining a captivating narrative rhythm.
Genres and Styles – Explore different genres and writing styles to help you adapt and develop your own unique creative voice.
The Creative Process – From brainstorming to outlining ideas, you’ll learn how to write a treatment (script concept summary) and how to refine your screenplay through rewrites and revisions.
What Skills You Will Gain
Writing for Film and Television – Gain the skills and techniques needed to write screenplays for film and pilot episodes for television, and learn how to build compelling season arcs.
Pitching and Script Presentation – Learn how to create an impactful pitch, craft a memorable logline (short film description), and confidently present your script to industry professionals.
Film and Television Industry Insights – Understand the production process, how to collaborate with directors and producers, and gain essential knowledge about copyright and legal aspects.
Script Analysis and Feedback – Develop the ability to read and critique scripts, using constructive feedback to improve your own and others’ writing.
Portfolio Development – Learn how to build a professional portfolio ready for script competitions, festivals, and meetings with potential industry partners.
Lecturer
Iulia Rugină holds a Master's degree and a Ph.D. in Cinematography. She has written and directed 12 short films, including Captivi de Crăciun (2010) and Să mori de dragoste rănită (2014); three feature films; the series Love Building (2013, 2014) and Breaking News (2017); as well as a...
To enroll in the Screenwriter and Storyteller course, please submit a motivation letter (as personal as possible), approximately one A4 page, in which you tell us about your relationship with writing and why you want to take this course.
Nice to have, but not mandatory: an original text written by you, about one A4 page in length, which can be a short story, journal entry, poem, or an excerpt from a larger work.
You will also be contacted by Antena Academy for a friendly talk about your expectations, goals, and interests.
The Screenwriter and Storyteller course, led by instructor Iulia Rugină, begins on Saturday, March 29, at 10:00 AM, and runs for a duration of 5 weeks.
The Screenwriter and Storyteller course is held twice a week, with a theory session on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and a practical session on Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The course includes a total of 10 sessions over 5 weeks.
Course Schedule:
• March 29 – Theory Session (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
• March 30 – Practical Session (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
• April 5 – Theory Session
• April 6 – Practical Session
• April 12 – Theory Session
• April 13 – Practical Session
• April 26 – Theory Session
• April 27 – Practical Session
• May 3 – Theory Session
• May 4 – Practical Session
The enrollment fee for the Screenwriter and Storyteller course is €400.
