Workshop

SCREENWRITING 101: AN INTRODUCTION TO WRITING FOR FILM & TV

Join screenwriter Paul Carey on this fun, relaxed, introductory course into the fundamentals of writing for film and television.

Through a variety of practical exercises, discussions, brainstorming and group feedback sessions, Paul will facilitate your screenwriting development and start you on your journey of getting your film and series ideas onto the page.

WEEK 1: FINDING YOUR VOICE – April 20th

WEEK 2: STRUCTURING YOUR STORY – April 27th

WEEK 3: CREATING CHARACTERS & CONFLICT – May 11th

WEEK 4: WRITING DIALOGUE – May 18th

WEEK 5: WRITING ACTION- June 1st

WEEK 6: INDUSTRY AND BEYOND…- June 8th

Mon 20 April 2026

6.30pm - 8.30pm

Tickets: £100

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:

Paul Carey is an Irish, award-winning screenwriter and MA graduate of the acclaimed National Film and Television School. His TV credits include projects for Netflix, ITV, BBC and more, while his films have been screened at various festivals worldwide. His recent work includes serving as a writer in the writer’s room for Lisa McGee’s upcoming series “How to Get to Heaven From Belfast” and writing episodes for the BAFTA-nominated comedy G’Wed. Outside of his industry work, Paul has facilitated various accredited and unaccredited workshops for creative writing, filmmaking and screenwriting.