Jump-Start to Screenwriting: Write Your First Script

By the end of this course, you will be able to develop a strong story idea using the five pillars of storytelling, build compelling characters, structure your screenplay with sequences and turning points, and prepare a professional logline, synopsis, and treatment to attract a producer. In Jump-Start to Screenwriting, Piotr Złotorowicz—an active screenwriter, director, and academic teacher at the Polish National Film School—shares the essential tools you need to write your first script with confidence. This course is divided into three focused parts: building solid story foundations, mastering structure and character-driven storytelling, and packaging your script for the industry. Designed for beginners who want to write for Film & TV—as well as early-stage writers looking to systematize their knowledge—this class delivers practical guidance you can apply immediately. To succeed, you only need a genuine interest in film and a willingness to write. Through real examples from well-known movies, Piotr cuts through outdated theory and focuses on what actually works, helping you develop your voice, refine your taste, and build a sustainable writing habit.