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NEW COURSES

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20 Trailblazing Women Filmmakers

Film Appreciation Series:

WINTER SESSION:

LIVE: January 16 - February 13, 2025

ONLINE: January 21 - February 18, 2025

Female directors offer the audience an unbiased and realistic image of women that aligns with their social status. Additionally, films directed by women are more often written by women and have more leading female characters than in films directed by male filmmakers. This course will address the greater recognition women directors are beginning to receive and honor 20 remarkable women who blazed the trail.

Course Length: 10-hours. 5 class meetings

Price: $100

 

 

Introduction To Screenwriting

Workshop Series:

LIVE: January 15 - February 12, 2025

ONLINE: January 20 - February 17, 2025

This 5-week course is perfect for newbie screenwriters! I'll teach you all the essential tools and lingo you need to write a kickass short film. Together, we'll turn your awesome idea into a first-draft screenplay. Don't sweat it, we'll start with the basics of visual storytelling. We'll break down story structure, theme, character, and conflict. Plus, our in-class discussions are a no-pressure zone where you'll get supportive feedback. We'll encourage you to convey your story through visuals instead of just relying on dialogue. No Experience Necessary! 

Course Length: 10-hours. 5 class meetings

Price: $100

 

Screen writing and directing coaching

with Claude Kerven


 
 

As artists we all need someone who is going to give us fair and honest criticism, while still being supportive and constructive.

 Let's work together to make your screenplay or your film great.

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Claude offers writers and directors consultation, coaching and guidance on all phases of production from story idea to final film.

Whether you’re writing or directing a:

SHORT FILM

60-MINUTE EPISODIC DRAMA

30-MINUTE SITCOM

MUSIC VIDEO

COMMERCIAL

WEBISODE

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT CREATIVE PORTFOLIO

Claude will guide you through every step of the process.


MEET CLAUDE


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TESTIMONIALS


 
He’s quick and to the point, no mistaking his intentions, as he teaches in a clear, specific language we can all understand and rely on. Forget the paddle, instead turn to Claude Kerven when you’re up shit’s creek and you need an expert to come heliport your ass up out of there!
— Jennifer Norton, Writer/Director
I’ve known and worked with Claude Kerven for nearly forty years and I can say without equivocation that he dedicates his professional and artistic life to storytelling, making movies and teaching the best practices for those disciplines. Writers, producers, and directors entrusting their work to his knowledgeable eye are in good hands.
— Gary Sales, Producer/Director/DGA Member

Claude Kerven’s extensive professional screenwriting/directing background and teaching experience defines what one wants from a mentor. His teaching method is immediately accessible and engaging allowing for a step by step understanding what makes for a compelling well-crafted story and performance.
— Dejan Georgevich, ASC NVP, IATSE Local 600
Claude is the coach everyone would want. He works with the writer and director to lead them toward clarifying their inner thoughts instead of pushing them in the direction he thinks is right, while still offering intense and constructive criticism.
— Pierro Basso, Cinematographer
Claude Kerven has the intuitive sense of what comprises a compelling screenplay and knows how to bring it to life on the page. His extensive expertise in writing for film and television and dedication in mentoring other screenwriters makes him a rare find, resource and talent.
— Michael A. Unger, Filmmaker, Writer, Assistant Professor of Film
Claude has the unique ability to listen for your own unique voice. The feedback I have received from him is always thoughtful and considerate. Whether you’re looking to get started or get a second opinion on an idea, Claude Kerven has both the experience and expertise to steer you to success.
— Kris Kato, Content Strategist & Copywriter
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