Writers on the Verge, NBC’s program for mentoring aspiring screen writers, just opened for applications.<\/p>\n
NBC provides weekly classes to students — and a strong likelihood of becoming a staff writer for a major TV show.<\/p>\n
According to their website:<\/p>\n
The program will consist of weekly evening classes at\u00a0NBCUniversal\u00a0in Universal City, CA. Once accepted, students must attend all classes and turn in all written assignments.<\/p>\n
Classes concentrate on creating exceptional material to enhance their portfolio, and understanding the dynamics of pitching oneself in the television industry. Writers are given the chance to interact with industry players ranging from network executives to show runners to agents and receive valuable feedback on their work and pitch style. Writing assignments on a\u00a0NBCUniversal\u00a0television show may be available after successful completion of the program but are not a guarantee. Past participants have gone on to series including \u201cThe Blacklist,\u201d \u201cMarlon,\u201d \u201cCommunity\u201d, \u201cBurn Notice\u201d,\u00a0\u201cBrooklyn Nine-Nine\u201d, \u201cWhite Collar\u201d, \u201cIt\u2019s Always Sunny in Philadelphia\u201d, \u201cChicago Fire\u201d and \u201cParenthood.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The application requires a sample “spec” script written for one of their approved shows.<\/p>\n
The deadline to apply is May 31st.<\/p>\n