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Do you want to learn these pro screenwriting skills?
13 pro writing techniques
Are you ready to transform your passion for storytelling into professional screenwriting? To create stories that captivate audiences and open doors?
The journey from talented writer to pro screenwriter requires mastering the craft. The Premium Story Guy Newsletter is your weekly masterclass in advanced screenwriting techniques, delivered directly to your inbox for 26 weeks.
Each of the following guides deep dives into professional techniques that can elevate your stories from fine to industry-ready:
Master the art of high-concept story development that makes producers take notice
Craft complex, layered characters using traits and the layers under them
Learn how theme drives character arcs
Apply a timeless Aristotle principle to create compelling characters and cohesive plots
Devise a story Frame to make your concept and story more intense
Develop organic, logical plots rather than a series of contrived coincidences
Enact that Character and Plot are the same
Create irresistible suspense that keeps readers turning pages
Structure sequences to escalate conflict
Craft scenes that ratchet up drama using classic scene structure
Write dynamic, visual action lines that create moving pictures in your reader’s head
Develop authentic heroines that resonate
Master the art of creating deep emotion in your audience
Don’t just dream about writing an unforgettable story—learn the actual techniques that allow pros to create them. Each lesson builds your storytelling toolkit, empowering you to write scripts that lift you and your stories to the next level.
Ready to transform your writing? Click here to start your 26-week journey of pro-level screenwriting craft.
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More Deep Dives Into Scriptwriting
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