π¬ Screenwriting Fundamentals: Beginner Storytelling Workshop (Jacksonville)
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Creative Veins | Jacksonville, FL
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No experience needed.
No writing background required.
Just curiosity and a story you want to explore.
π This workshop is designed specifically for absolute beginners.
π Most students attending are learning screenwriting for the very first time.
Whether youβre interested in film, storytelling, or simply exploring a creative outlet, this supportive, hands-on workshop gently guides beginners through the fundamentals of writing for the screen.
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Many students arrive unsure where to start.
Very quickly, they begin understanding how stories work β and realize theyβre capable of creating far more than they expected.
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In this interactive, hands-on workshop, youβll explore the essential building blocks of professional screenwriting:
βοΈ Turning ideas into strong story concepts
βοΈ Story structure & pacing
βοΈ Character goals, intention & conflict
βοΈ Want vs. Need
βοΈ Theme & tone
βοΈ Writing natural, compelling dialogue
βοΈ Visual storytelling techniques
βοΈ Screenplay format basics
βοΈ Rhythm, economy of the page & flow
βοΈ What makes a screenplay actually work
No pressure.
No prior training required.
Just practical tools you can immediately apply.
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β¨ Have an idea for a film or short story
β¨ Want to learn how movies are written
β¨ Are curious about filmmaking or storytelling
β¨ Have never written a screenplay before
β¨ Want creative guidance from an industry professional
Many participants join simply looking for creativity or a new challenge β not because they plan to become professional writers.
Some discover a passion they continue pursuing.
Others simply enjoy unlocking a new creative skill.
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π Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
β° Time: 12:00 PM β 4:00 PM
π¬ Duration: 4-Hour Workshop
π Location: Creative Veins Performing Arts (San Marco)
π° Tuition: $99
Flexible payment options available at checkout.
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β Professional instruction & guided exercises
β Screenwriting materials & resources
β Story development tools
β Personalized feedback opportunities
β Complimentary snacks & drinks
β Free parking
Bring a notebook β and any ideas youβd like to explore.
Hundreds of Creative Veins students have taken their first step into filmmaking and storytelling through workshops like this.
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Franklin Ritch is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and director whose debut feature film The Artifice Girl premiered at the Fantasia International Film Festival, winning the Golden Audience Award, and later received top honors at its European premiere.
Named one of Filmmaker Magazineβs β25 New Faces of Independent Film,β Franklinβs work has screened at major international festivals including Fantastic Fest and Sleeping Giant Film Festival.
Known for his accessible teaching style and sharp storytelling insight, Franklin helps beginners understand screenwriting in a way that feels clear, practical, and creatively empowering.
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You donβt need experience to start writing.
You just need an idea β and the right guidance.
π¨ Class size is intentionally limited to allow individual attention and discussion.
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Registration takes less than one minute.
β Beginner-friendly
β Supportive environment
β No prior writing experience required
π Creative Veins Performing Arts
1800 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207
π Call or Text: 904-323-2471
π www.CreativeVeins.com
β¨ Know someone with a great story idea? Tag them or bring a friend β creativity grows faster together.
π Have questions? Comment βINFOβ and weβll happily help you decide if this workshop is right for you.
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