TV Screenwriting 101

Interested in writing for TV? Have you been inspired by iconic drama and comedy TV series like Heartstopper, The Last of Us, Sex Education, Euphoria, Extraordinary, We Are Lady Parts, Reservation Dogs, Stranger Things, The Bear or Top Boy? Got a great idea for a TV series that you want to write but you’re not sure where to start?

This beginner's guide masterclass will explore the key elements involved in developing a TV series – creating compelling characters to carry the story through multiple episodes, exploring genre and story world, understanding structure and formatting and crafting a series bible and the pilot episode - using examples from some of your favourite shows. We will also provide you with additional resources to help you continue developing your stories beyond the session.

Presented by Theresa Boden, writer, story development & script consultant and educator.

All online Zoom sessions will be recorded and released on our channel after the festival.

Freelance writer and script consultant Theresa Boden, supports award winning writers, directors, and production companies in various formats – shorts, TV and Features. Her work as a tutor/mentor includes Screen Arts Institute, Glasgow Film & BFI Future Film Academy; MA Screenwriting and Film programmes at London's UAL, Birkbeck University, Met Film School; and Script Development Workshops for Euroscript and BECTU.

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Please note: this session will be recorded and event footage will be used on YouTube, the BFI website and social platforms.

This event is part of the 2025 BFI Future Film Festival, the UK’s biggest festival for aspiring filmmakers aged 16 to 25. This year’s festival runs from Thursday 20 February to Thursday 6 March.

BFI Future Film Festival is presented by the BFI Film Academy team, who run events all year round to help young people break into the screen industries.

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