In 6+ hours of video lessons, Shonda teaches you her playbook for writing and creating hit television. 

When Shonda Rhimes pitched Grey’s Anatomy she got so nervous she had to start over. Twice. Since then, she has created and produced TV’s biggest hits. In her class, Shonda teaches you how to create compelling characters, write a pilot, pitch your idea, and stand out in the writers’ room. You’ll also get original pilot scripts, pitch notes, and series bibles from her shows.
 

    01    Introduction

    02    Teach Yourself TV Writing

    03    Finding an Idea

    04    Developing the Concept

    05    Researching Your Story

    06    Creating Memorable Characters: Part 1

    07    Creating Memorable Characters: Part 2

    08    Pitching Your Show

    09    Writing a Script: Structure

    10    Writing a Script: Process

    11    Writing a Script: Effective Habits

    12    Writing a Script: The Pilot

    13    Writing Authentic Dialogue

    14    Case Study: Grey's Anatomy Pilot - Part 1

    15    Case Study: Grey's Anatomy Pilot - Part 2

    16    Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act One

    17    Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Two

    18    Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Three

    19    Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Four
    
    20    Case Study: Scandal Pilot - Act Five

    21    Editing Your Script

    22    Beyond the Pilot: Writing a Series

    23    Scandal Case Study: "It's Handled"

    24    Breaking into the Industry

    25    Working in a Writers’ Room
   
    26    Working in TV Production

    27    Showrunning

    28    Life of a Writer

    29    Shonda's Journey

    30    Conclusion