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Sketch Writing Online with Amanda Caswell

Sketch Writing 101 is an introduction to a unique style of sketch comedy writing, focusing on improvisation as a writing tool for individuals and ensembles. In a constructive and supportive writing environment, this course will help you develop your improv toolbox to serve you as a sketch comedy pro. 

Students will learn how to take risks, build confidence and experience success in their comedy. Explore the basic sketch writing philosophies with experienced comedy writer, Amanda Caswell, as a guide.

Students of this course will effectively learn how to develop an idea from a simple thought or brainstorm into a fully formed theatrical piece ready for an audience.  
Each week students will have an assignment and receive feedback and direction. The course will cover many different styles of comedy including 2 and 3 person scenes,  and genre scenes.

Whether you have previous comedy experience and are looking to hone your skills or are completely new to the world of scripted funny, we will help you discover, refine and heighten your unique comedic voice. Students new to improv are encouraged to enroll! 

Amanda Caswell, a former Nickelodeon script writer and Comedy Central copywriter has spent evenings backstage in the writing rooms of SNL, Seth Myers, and Jimmy Fallon. She currently uses her comedy chops for advertising strategies and social media campaigns. 

Class starts April 13th
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When:
Lecture released midnight on Sundays. Lecture posted to a private membership page limited to current class members.

Note 1: Class is self paced.

Live Class Q and A session (online):
TIME:
11:30am PST

Comedy Writing Coaching Call
4/13, 4/27, 5/11, and 6/1

(recording available if you can't attend the live Q and A)
Lectures Posted
4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10,  and 5/17

Comedy Writing Coaching Call
4/13, 4/27, 5/11, and 6/1

(recording available if you can't attend the live Q and A)

Additional Class Feedback and Support:
Private Group and Email.


Investment: 
Early Registration (April 10th): $390
Late Registration  (After April 10th): $425.


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Sample Mini Class: Comedy To Go

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REGISTER HERE
Class Refund Policy:
This class is self paced. You have up to one year from registering to submit class assignments.
All class registrations are final. Refunds are given up to midnight on April 1st. No refunds
after midnight on April 1st.
Class Syllabus
Week 1 : Comedy Overview
Week 2: Breaking down the sketch 

Week 3: Comic sensibility and your individual voice 
Week 4: Sketch writing for 2, sketch writing for groups
Week 5: Sketch genres, satirical sketch writing 
Week 6: Sketch endings, honing in on your craft 


“SFSC’s Boot Camp course delivers everything their ad promises. If you want to write better copy, learn more about marketing strategy, add fire to your business skills or just look for new freelance opportunities, this is positively the class for you. I will definitely consider another course with SFSC.”
Pamela Dyson Pierre – Oakland, CA (Author/ Writer)

​“I highly recommend the Copywriting Boot Camp 6-week intensive class offered by San Francisco School of Copywriting (SFSC)."
Karen Williams Macdonald (Marketing Consultant / Freelance Writer)

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  • Home
  • Courses
    • Copywriting 101 Online
    • Copywriting 201 Online
    • Direct Response Copywriting
    • 360 Copywriting Online
    • 360 Copywriting - Live Class
    • Comedy Writing
  • Free
  • ABOUT
  • CONTACT
  • BLOG
    • Learn How To Write Conversationally To Engage Your Audience
    • Top Skills for a Copywriter
    • Launch A Career In Advertising With These Top Portfolio Schools
    • UX Copywriting and Short Copy ​
    • Discover How To Write Killer Copy That Converts
    • What is Copywriting?
    • 10 Great Headlines from Classic Ads
    • Why Tone Can Make or Break Your Copy
    • How to Use Statistics, Facts and Quotes to Craft Compelling Copy
    • Great Copywriters Use Verbal Imagery to Tell a Story
    • Master the Art of Headline Writing!
    • Here’s How to Get Portfolio-Building Copywriting Gigs
    • What Volkswagen’s ’Think Small’ Teaches Copywriters
    • 5 Brands with Amazing Copywriting Teams
    • Master Hard and Soft CTAs for Superior Sales Writing
    • The Ultimate Checklist for Blog Copywriters
    • 10 Mistakes Even Experienced Copywriters Make
    • Read These 4 Books to Become a Better Copywriter
    • Sales Writing: How to Create Attention Grabbing Headlines
    • How to Create Persuasive Sales Copy
    • Proven Copywriting Methods Emotional Advertising
    • How to Write Good Copy : Preparation Techniques
    • Copywriting Secrets: 8 Powerful Ways to Add Proof and Credibility
    • Copywriting Cheat Sheet: Write Powerful Copy Quickly and Easily
    • Copywriting Insights: How to Test Ad Copy for Best Results
    • Write Effective Ad Copy: No Fail Secrets and Tips
    • What Never to Do When Writing Compelling Copy for Sales
    • How to Write Copy That Sells – Use Benefits
    • 6 Ways to Improve Your Copy Immediately
    • A Day in the Life of a Copywriter
    • Coffee, Copywriting, and Freedom
    • Copy is Everywhere
    • Direct Response Copy Sells
    • The Pros and Cons of Copywriting Part–Time
    • Three Tips to Write Copy that Converts
    • Two of the Biggest Mistakes Beginning Copywriters Make
    • Why Copywriting Makes a Great Second Career
    • Why I Love Being a Copywriter
    • Landing Pages that Work - Copy that Converts