Writing (general) Page 13
Script editing yourself
- Wednesday 28th September 2022
Particularly at the start of your career, it is likely that you are going to need to be your own script editor. Here are some tips for script editing yourself successfully.
Visual jokes
- Saturday 10th September 2022
It's very important, as you write your television script, that you consider the visual aspects of it.
Fleshing out your characters: Part 2
- Tuesday 30th August 2022
In the concluding half of our two-parter, some more tips on creating and writing great characters in your sitcom scripts.
Fleshing out your characters: Part 1
- Wednesday 24th August 2022
In the first of a two-parter, we look at the importance of character in narrative comedy, how to write them well, and common mistakes to avoid.
Picking a story style
- Monday 15th August 2022
A great story is essential to a great script, but there are a lot of ways to tell your tale. Having the best structure and style is paramount.
What sort of material is acceptable in your script?
- Monday 25th July 2022
It can be difficult - particularly when you're a fledgling writer - to know precisely what sort of material it is acceptable to include in a script.
Tips for effectively polishing your script
- Friday 22nd July 2022
Your script is largely finished, and you are nearly ready to send it off. Now comes the "polish" - when you review your script, and comb it for mistakes, inconsistencies - and, of course, missed opportunities. Here is some, hopefully useful, advice on this stage of the process.
Writing stand-up comedy
- Wednesday 6th July 2022
So you want to write some stand-up? Brilliant! There can never be too many voices: but here are a few tips to keep in mind along the way.
Writing with a writer-performer
- Tuesday 14th June 2022
As a writer, it can be useful to team with a writer-performer to both secure an outlet for your work and develop: but various diplomatic and practical concerns must also be considered.
Comedy writing: Finding your voice
- Tuesday 7th June 2022
"Finding your voice" is an important part of becoming a more confident writer. Here are some things you can do to help you unearth the authentic, original comedy writer within.