Course Info

SCWR 240: Story Ideation

This course focuses on creating an inventory of new material for future writing projects by developing and pitching stories for studio and independent films, as well as cable, streaming, and network television series. Students will analyze the vital role of pitching in the entertainment industry and build a foundation towards mastering professional pitching techniques.

SCWR 100 or SCWR 101 is a prerequisite for this class.

Fall 2025-2026

  • Section: 701
  • Class number: 13061
  • Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00209 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Thomas O'Haver | View syllabus
    • CLOSED

Spring 2024-2025

  • Section: 601
  • Class number: 33009
  • Meeting time: Th 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00209 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Daniel Kravitz | View syllabus

Winter 2024-2025

  • Section: 501
  • Class number: 23151
  • Meeting time: M 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: LEWIS 01511 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Cassie Llanas | View syllabus
    • CLOSED

Fall 2024-2025

Spring 2023-2024

Winter 2023-2024

Fall 2023-2024

  • Section: 701
  • Class number: 13167
  • Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00209 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Steve DiUbaldo | View syllabus
    • CLOSED

Spring 2022-2023

Winter 2022-2023

Fall 2022-2023

Spring 2021-2022

  • Section: 601
  • Class number: 37589
  • Meeting time: Th 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00209 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Brad Riddell | View syllabus

Fall 2021-2022

Spring 2020-2021