F/TV 8
Principles of Television Storytelling


Course Description

This course offers students an overview of how to develop and analyze a television series. The course examines classic and contemporary TV episodes while discussing their historical and cultural significance. In addition to weekly screenings and episodic breakdowns, students are expected to read a variety of development tools including pilot scripts, pitch decks, and series bibles. Students gain an understanding of universal storytelling principles as applied to foundational elements of television studies.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
50134 F/TV 8 01Y Seats open Tuesday 01:30 PM-04:20 PM Joshua Losben AT107
No set days TBA-TBA ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2027-04-05 to 2027-06-25.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
F/TV 6A (may be taken concurrently)
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