Script Writing for Film and TV Diploma

Become a Screenwriter

Program Start Dates:
January, April,
July and October

Program Start Duration:
18 months (6 terms)

Campus:
Dundas Square

The writing program is designed to replicate the process and environment of the film and television industry. Our faculty of renowned writers, with credits such as Mr. D, Frontier, Inspector Gadget and Sneaky Pete, add insight and credibility to the industry-like environment. Classes are styled after industry writing rooms and feature table-reads, on-set show-running and industry-standard editing software. You will learn how to pitch, write, produce and edit for all formats of film and television, and have the unique opportunity to bring your original scripts to life as film and television productions.

WHAT SETS
THE PROGRAM APART

Cross Collaboration

At Toronto Film School, you’ll have the unique opportunity to bring your projects to life, collaborating with peers across creative programs and building a cross-industry network of entertainment professionals. You’ll pitch, write, cast, and shoot your own sitcoms, dramas, and short films, working with acting, production, and video game students.

Real World Education

You’ll learn through practical, industry-oriented projects and build a comprehensive professional portfolio. The classroom acts as an industry-style writing room where students review and critique each other’s work, from pitches to beat sheets, outlines and drafts. You’ll experience the writer’s role through the entire filmmaking process!

Industry Professionals

You’ll be mentored by working film and TV writers as well as story editors on the pulse of the industry. Instructors bring real world industry practices into the classroom and also share invaluable industry connections and insider networking opportunities.

Accelerated Learning

The program’s focus on immersive and experiential education will prepare you with an industry-ready portfolio and the technical, creative and business expertise you need to launch your writing career in film and television.

Small Class Sizes

In small classes with one-in-one instruction and mentoring, you’ll have the greatest opportunity to reach your full potential. You’ll also build invaluable relationships with classmates and professional networks with peers across creative programs.

Study in the Heart of Canada’s Entertainment Industry

You’ll study in the heart of downtown Toronto, steps away from the lively Dundas Square. The city provides an inspirational backdrop with such world-class cultural festivals as the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Reel World Film Festival, Hot Docs, and North by Northeast (NXNE).

CAREER DIRECTIONS

Screenwriter

Staff Writer

Story Editor

Production Executive

Studio Executive

Producer

Director

WHO HIRES OUR GRADUATES

The Family Channel

Triangle Entertainment Studios

Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television

Temple Street Productions

M.A.R.Z Films

Your Degree Pathway

FOR GRADUATES WITH THE PASSION TO DO MORE

Maximize your potential in the Film & TV Writing industry with a Bachelor of Creative Arts degree fromYorkville University--a unique degree completion program that requires prior completion of an acceptable post-secondary diploma in the creative arts. Our articulation agreement with Yorkville University lets you complete your Bachelor of Creative Arts degree in as few as 15 months while working, and helps you develop advanced leadership skills needed to manage productions, acquire financing, and market film and TV properties.

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