SCRIPT CONSULTATION, WORKSHOPS & COURSES
script consultations
Short consult $99
Includes a read of your script, and 1 page of notes identifying weaknesses and strengths. Notes will specifically address story/plot, structure, conflict, character development, viability, and originality, along with areas for improvement. Highly recommended for writers planning to submit to contests, or in preparation for meetings, or filming. (max 30 pgs)
feature consult $300
A deep dive into the script, comprehensive notes that identify weaknesses. Notes will specifically address story/plot, structure, conflict, character development, viability, and originality, along with areas for refinement. Highly recommended for writers planning to submit to contests, or in preparation for meetings, or filming. (max 120 pgs)
Add a Phone conference $50
You can add a phone conference with your consultant in 15 minute increments to discuss the notes, and ask questions.
zoom workshops & courses
WORKSHOPPING is a great way to get constructive feedback before tackling a script rewrite.
SCREENPLAY rewrite- WORKSHOP 11 weeks
INTRODUCTORY PRICE $369
Writers typically work alone in a vacuum. Between rewrites and refinements of a script, getting feedback from peers can often be difficult, especially if they do not understand dramatic storytelling. Feedback is crucial to the rewriting process. In this workshop, fellow screenwriters will work on revising their own screenplays through the workshop method. 10 pages of each screenplay will be read every week by all, and feedback will be shared during the zoom sessions. Workshop Leader notes will also provided. This Course runs 11 weeks and is limited to 6 participants.
'writing the short' - course 6 weeks INTRODUCTORY PRICE $311
Whether working from a developed concept or starting from scratch, writers will learn how to take their idea for a story and write a complete 10-15 page screenplay. We will work on elements of dramatic story structure, story engine, conflict and reversals, exposition, character building, and POV. Screenwriting format will be covered. No experience necessary.No need to purchase screenwriting software for this course as there are inexpensive and free software programs available. This Course runs 6 weeks. Limited to 11 participants.
Dusty Noval (she/her)
Instructor & Workshop Facilitator
You are in great hands with writer, filmmaker, playwright, and educator, Dusty, As both filmmaker and playwright, Dusty is experienced in feature and short narrative formats. She has written and produced several of her own film & stage productions and has won several awards and laurels on her journey.
Dusty holds an MFA in dramatic writing from Fairfield University. She is an adjunct professor of Creative Writing at Manhattanville College in NY.