WORKSHOP: Writing for Television with Vannessa Jackson

Dallas Sketch Festival is a four-day sketch comedy takeover of Dallas Comedy Club. With nearly 100 performers participating, this event will attract comedy fans from the Metroplex and beyond to Deep Ellum for a laughter filled weekend! The lineup includes homegrown Texan comedy troupes as well as acts from cities across the country including Los Angeles, New York City, Washington, D.C, and more.

Writing for Television

Ever wondered what it takes to write for television? This workshop covers the entire process from your first idea to the finished product!

Vannessa will be walk students through the entire sketch writing from start to finish. This workshop will cover topics including

• How and where to find ideas and inspiration, and what to do when dealing with writers' block
• Proper sketch formatting and how to adapt to style guidelines as you build a packet for submissions
• The business of TV writing and beyond!

Anyone with an interest in television will thoroughly enjoy this session! Whether you're a writer or just a sketch fan, you'll gain a new appreciation for everything that goes into your favorite sketch shows.

About Vannessa

Vannessa Jackson is a TV writer and Standup comedian currently residing in NYC. She started her career as a Writer's Apprentice for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2018. Since then, she's been a staff writer on Saturday Night Live, HBO's A Black Lady Sketch Show, and season 2 of NBC's A Little Late with Lilly Singh. She recently wrapped a three episode digital series for Major League Soccer starring Issa Rae where she was a Writer/Producer.

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