Screenplay Writing

The pay of a Screenplay Writer generally depends on the size of the project they get. For example, a Screenwriter of a full-fledged cinema can make around INR 3 to 5 Lakhs per project however, for a short documentary or movie, it can be less. Alongside, the pay of a Screenplay Writer also depends on the production house and the Producer they work for.

Here are some top college options for Certification courses in Screenplay Writing in India:

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Hi, if you seriously want to build a career in this field, I believe it is totally worth your time and money. A good school of Screenplay writing and Direction will teach you not only how to write or use software but will also provide you with the right knowledge of the industry, its history, and other things that you might miss out on. 
Pursuing a degree or certification course will help you grow network and communication skills with their industrial visits, internship programs, or maybe placement drives.
However, it is not mandatory to pursue a Screenplay Writing course to enter this field.

If you are confused about the college you enroll in for the Screenplay Writing program, here are a few steps you can follow before making the decision:

• Visit the official website of the college offering the course.
• Scan the programmes that are on offer.
• Go through the Screenplay Writing Syllabus thoroughly and then compare it with the other institutes.
• Check the faculty, their portfolios or experience level.
• Check the social media pages of the colleges and try to get in touch with the graduates.

Generally, a candidate can directly apply for the programme by visiting the official website of the Screenplay Writing colleges. But, there are a few entrance exams through which the admissions are done. The same are listed below:

• IIMC Entrance Exam
• JMI Entrance Exam
• XIC OET
• DUET

Hi, some of the top Screenplay Writing college options for undergraduate-level courses, that'll go with your budget as well, are:

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Though there's no age limit to pursue a Direction and Screenplay Writing course in India. Some specific programs or colleges may have their own specific eligibility requirements. It is good to check the official website of your desired college for precise details.

Hi, here are some popular books for Screenplay Writing students, they can read, along with the regular syllabus books:

• The Craft of Scene Writing by Jim Mercurio.
• Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting by Syd Field.
• Screenwriting by Paul Gulino.
• Save The Cat! The Last Book On Screenwriting Youll Ever Need by Blake Snyder.
• The Screenwriter'S Path From Idea To Script To Sale by Diane Lake.