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Even if you're not a comedy writer, we'd hazard a guess that you have a favorite comedy. Comedy doesn't only make us laugh, but it gets us through hard times - especially after these past months. It's not an easy genre to write, though. From the premise and the characters, to the structure and the jokes on the page, to making your pitch just as funny as the script, there's a lot you have to be good at.
That's why Roadmap put together this special 3-week lecture series to give you the tools to master all this and more!
This 3-Week Lecture Series Will Cover:
- Developing the comedy
- Compelling and relatable characters
- Structure
- Jokes
- Pitching
Roadmap Writers is a talent training and discovery platform for screenwriters ready for a guided path to success. Our programs are hosted by working industry executives and are designed to empower writers with actionable tools and insights to elevate your craft and cultivate relationships with industry professionals. Since 2016, we have helped hundreds of writers from all over the world sign to representation, staff on series, and option and produce their projects. Our writers have been staffed on BRIDGERTON, THE FLASH, CHICAGO PD, THE FIRST LADY, NIGHT COURT, THE GOOD DOCTOR, THE RESIDENT, REACHER, SUBJECT TO CHANGE, MAYANS and POKERFACE. Writers have sold, set up and been produced by Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, MGM, American High, New Republic Pictures, Maven Screen Media, Lifetime, Will Packer Studios and Roku.
Claire Jennings is a literary and talent manager at Fourth Wall Management who specializes in working with comedy creators. Her client list includes writers, stand-ups, and actors who have worked everywhere from network sitcom writers’ rooms to the Just For Laughs comedy festival. She holds a dual degree in Film & TV and Philosophy from Boston University.
Tommy Stackhouse currently works at Framework. Prior he was working in the Talent Group at Brillstein Entertainment Partners (JINGLE JANGLE: A CHRISTMAS JOURNEY; CENTRAL PARK). Prior to this, he spent four years in the Talent Department at WME (DON’T BREATHE; CALL ME BY YOUR NAME), where he was elevated to the role of TV Talent Coordinator. Tommy has produced films that have been screened internationally and in the US, with several of his titles landing distribution deals through Amazon, Google Play, and other online platforms. Before moving to Los Angeles, Tommy worked in production, with credits in the Location Management, Assistant Director, and Production Management departments. Tommy is an avid reader who’s actively searching for exciting new voices to work with.
Jack Herrguth is a writer (SISTER, SISTER), executive producer (GALAXY QUEST: IT’S ALL REAL), and entertainment executive (Comedy Central’s NATHAN FOR YOU). He has been successful in digital arenas as well, heading up development for Chris Hardwick's multi-media empire, Nerdist. Jack recently developed the half-hour comedy KILLING IT with Paul Feig.
Cancellation Policy: You may cancel for a full refund up to 5 days prior to the start of the class. Cancellations requested after this period will be ineligible for refunds.
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