ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
PREFACE
INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1: FOUNDATIONS: PREPPING AND PACKING FOR THE JOURNEY
Chapter 1 – Principles and Elements of Outstanding Scriptwriting
Chapter 2 – Vision and Language of Scriptwriting
Chapter 3 – The Vision: Creativity and the Process of Scriptwriting
Chapter 4: The Vision - Scriptwriting Formats
SECTION 2: HITTING THE ROAD: EXPLORING PROGRAM TYPES
Chapter 5: Film and Television Drama
Chapter 6: Film and Television Comedy
Chapter 7: Short Films
Chapter 8: Commercials, Public Service Announcements (PSAs) and Promos
Chapter 9: News and Sports
Chapter 10: Interview Shows
Chapter 11: Documentary
Chapter 12: Reality Shows
Chapter 13: Corporate & Educational Media: Linear & Interactive
SECTION 3: THE RULES OF THE ROAD: ETHICS, LAW, AND GETTING A PROFESSIONAL START
Chapter 14: Ethics and Law
Chapter 15: Getting Started, Opportunities and Resources
Index
Biography
Alan C. Hueth is Professor of Communication at Point Loma Nazarene University. He has worked as a consultant, writer, producer, director, editor, and/or shooter on over 300 contract, cablecast, and broadcast programs. His portfolio includes corporate videos, documentaries, news, sports production, interview shows, and short films. He is also the winner of two Tellys, a Broadcast Education Association award, and several cable television awards.
‘A very well written, insightful, and interesting book on scriptwriting. This book will be an invaluable tool for Filmmakers, whether they are just starting out or are established professionals.’Philip Ferrari, President, Ferrari Productions
‘Hueth has put together what has to be the most comprehensive book about writing TV ever written. Most books focus on only one television format; Hueth examines them all. He not only addresses the "how" of TV writing but also the "What does it do?" (in terms of entertainment’s effect on the audience) and the "Should we do it?" (that is, the responsibility of the artistic creator to those who watch what has been created). It’s a great how-to book that’s also a great conversation – and education – starter.’
Dean Batali, TV Writer, That 70s Show, Buffy, the Vampire Slayer
‘A very deep and perceptive understanding of a deceptively simple subject. Hueth's approach lays a critical foundation for understanding how to write all TV-film programs.’
Mike Longhurst, Senior Vice President, McCann-Erickson Advertising
