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SCRW 402 Catalyst Storieroad and Festival Experience

This is a 6 week course centered around the Catalyst Story Institute requiring 2-3 nights of travel to the Catalyst Content Festival in Duluth, MN, Minnesota's premier industry marketplace for independently produced episodic and narrative programming. Activities include panel discussions, film and TV screenings, table reads, pitch sessions, workshops, and networking with film and TV professionals. Transportation and lodging will be the responsibility of the student. Festival dates vary yet are always in early October.

Prerequisites

2 Undergraduate credits

Effective December 12, 2022 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Apply story pitching techniques in a real-world environment
  • Evaluate a variety of approaches to achieving success in the TV, film and digital media production industry
  • Articulate short and long-term goals towards a career in the local/national film, TV, and digital media production industry
  • Develop relationships with peers and industry leaders via festival networking opportunities