The Secrets of Writing Hit TV Series — 2026-11-10 à 17:45 — 19:45
Eight Tuesdays, Oct 13–Dec 1, 5:45–7:45 p.m. Open to all (application required—see below) Limited to 12 participants Hybrid workshop* Do you have a brilliant idea for a TV show but no clue how to write a standout pitch document? Do you have a strong pilot script but don’t know how to flesh it out into a long-lasting series? Do you secretly think you’re the next Aaron Sorkin or Shonda Rhimes, if only you knew the keys to writing hit TV shows? Then this workshop is for you. Most TV writing courses focus on writing a pilot script. Mine starts one step earlier—because before you can write a great pilot, you need a great series concept. Drawing on my 20+ years in the TV and film industry and my work as a writer, showrunner, development executive, creative consultant and mentor, I will teach you the essential building blocks of television writing and guide you through the process of developing your own original series. Topics include: Story engine, logline & hook Series concept & theme Characters & world Pitching your show: on the page and in the room Tips for writing a standout pilot Building or advancing a career in television Throughout the workshop, you’ll apply what you learn to your own project and you’ll receive ongoing feedback and guidance from me to strengthen your concept, sharpen your story engine, and create a professional pitch document—the blueprint for your series and an essential tool for pitching your show. Applying & Preparing To apply, please submit a logline and synopsis (1 page max) for the TV series you’d like to develop during the workshop. There is no required reading for this workshop. However, I strongly encourage you to read a few articles on writing effective loglines. A logline is one of the most important tools in television development, yet it’s often overlooked or underestimated. By the end of the workshop, “logline” will probably become your favourite—and most dreaded—word! *This workshop will take place at the QWF Office (Room 3, 1200 Atwater Avenue, Westmount, Quebec) with up to 2 virtual spots for participants who are unable to attend in-person because of distance or disability. By default, all workshop registrations are for in-person spots. If you would like to request a virtual slot, contact John at john@qwf.org stating the reason for which you would need the virtual spot, then wait for a response before registering. Please do not register until you receive confirmation of a virtual spot for you. Cynthia Knight is a writer, story editor, and showrunner with over 20 years of experience in film and TV. The co-creator and showrunner of the critically-acclaimed, award-winning comedy series Mohawk Girls (CBC GEM / Peacock), Cynthia was recently a consulting producer on the show My Dead Mom for Crave, a writer on the animated series By Bunny for Sphere Media, and she wrote the international co-production feature film The Otter Club, which just wrapped production in July, 2026. A former development executive for Attraction Images and Muse Entertainment, Cynthia is also a creative consultant and teacher who offers courses, talks, and workshops on TV writing in the US and Canada. Webpage: https://cknightfilms.com Social media handles: https://www.facebook.com/cynthia.knight.393 https://www.instagram.com/cynthiaknightfilms/
Date et horaire
2026-11-10 à 17:45 — 19:45
Lieu
QWF Office1200, Atwater Avenue, Room 3
Tarif
Forfait de huit mardis, du 13 octobre au 1er décembre 2026 : membre général/professionnel 200 $, membre étudiant 120 $, non-membre 240 $. Admission sur candidature et sélection; aucune vente individuelle par séance établie, ne pas diviser le forfait. Taxes, frais et devise non précisés.
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