The Academy
The Academy provides a complete focused training programs for writers, directors,
script editors and actors who wish to work in the mainstream global film industry and for
production companies to advance the training of their development department staff and
represents the most complete film school education in screenwriting in the world.

This program teaches the serious student all the advanced tools needed to achieve the
highest excellence in screenwriting and directing, from the fundamental story structure
techniques to the most advanced training in all genres.

The program is unique in also including screenplay creation so that the student can
apply the techniques and continue to receive training while writing. Plus, this superior
education costs a fraction of what a student would pay at a university.

The student begins with advanced story structure and script editing training that allows
them to create professional-level screenplays in his or her area of specialization.

This complete film school for writers includes courses in advanced screenwriting and all
genres. An exceptional value.

This in-depth program for writers, directors and actors of mainstream movies includes
courses and software that moves beyond the mainstream techniques to craft the truly
original, ground-breaking script. Advanced screenwriting means creating contradictory
and complex characters, inventing your own story structures, tracking the most twisted
moral arcs, and expressing the big themes without preaching.
Subjects within the course include:
Introduction to the global film industry.
Professional screenplay format.
Story structure for film and TV
How to choose the best genre for your story
Script editing and Story analysis
Writing for television
Effective screenplay marketing
Freelancing in the film industry
Writing professional coverage
Common mistakes in every script and how to fix them
Course Structure
Delivery of full-time courses is predominately university-based training in conjunction
with opportunities to apply skills in the workplace, as professional industry experience.
The course combines face-to-face and online trainer-led theory classes, with
demonstrations and frequent opportunities for practical application and internships.

Students’ practical work act as a permanent record, thus providing them with a portfolio
of work to use when applying for a position in the industry.

This course is designed for professionals, school leavers and mature-aged students
wishing to embark on their career in the film industry and an opportunity for
professionals to advance their craft.

This course covers the skills required to become a master screenwriter and is based
on the global film industry’s needs and competency standards.

Fulltime Students
The fees for 2012 for the Advanced Screenwriting Course are $9,946. We offer a
payment plan option for an additional $250 charge.

Part Time Course Information
The academy currently conducts part time and online courses in Script Analysis,
Genres, Script Editing, Character Development, Production Budgeting, Executive
Summary and Motion Picture Business Plan creation, Agent and Talent Management
Survival, and Film Development and Preproduction. The cost of the part time courses
range from $500 to $950.

Advanced courses have eligibility requirements and further information can be obtained
from the registrar.

These state-of-the-art courses are filled with the most detailed professional techniques
needed to write a truly great script.

If you are serious about being a top professional writer, director or actor, these courses
are a must.

Course Finance to the value of $10,000 per student is Available.
(underwritten through private investment by The Michael Wilde Group).
General Information and Enrolment
Application Forms
You may request an application form for any course by requesting that one be sent by
email or snail mail.

Payment of Fees
Fees are payable in advance. A deposit is payable upon acceptance for any course to
secure a place. Class numbers are limited so don’t be disappointed. The students
must pay the agreed amount of fees prior to the course commencement date.

The payment of all fees and charges is receipted and dated at the time of payment. The
academy accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express through PayPal.

Payment plans are available for fulltime courses only.

Contact the registrar on 040 576 39650 or email
info@wsai.net for further details, to
enroll, or to request a Student Loan form.