Finding My Voice in Screenwriting | NYU Tisch High School Online Screenwriters Workshop

Why It Matters

It shows how flexible, mentor‑led online workshops can equip young storytellers with professional screenwriting tools, expanding talent pipelines beyond traditional film schools.

Key Takeaways

• Flexible online workshop fits busy high school students' schedules.
• Structured assignments combine film analysis with personal script practice.
• Mentor feedback emphasizes iterative refinement over perfect first drafts.
• Peer community fosters collaborative learning despite individual script work.
• Program builds storytelling confidence for aspiring filmmakers worldwide.

Summary

The video is a testimonial from a high‑school student who enrolled in NYU Tisch’s online Screenwriters Workshop after a college counselor recommendation, describing how the program aligned with his lifelong passion for storytelling.

He highlights the workshop’s flexible structure—weekly video calls with professor Scott Bankert, self‑paced assignments that begin with film analysis and immediately transition to writing exercises, and a curriculum that builds a script from concept to finished draft.

Specific examples include dissecting the film “E2 Mama Tamen” to learn how cinema can both entertain and educate, and receiving iterative feedback that taught him to “chisel” ideas rather than expect a perfect first draft.

The experience demonstrates that accessible, mentor‑driven online programs can democratize screenwriting education, giving aspiring filmmakers practical skills and a supportive community without sacrificing other commitments.

Original Description

What does it feel like to grow as a writer and bring a story to life on the page? In this student spotlight, a participant from the NYU Tisch High School Online Screenwriters Workshop shares their experience developing their screenplay, learning through feedback, and finding their voice as a storyteller.

Learn more about the High School Online Screenwriters Workshop through NYU Tisch Special Programs.