Screenplay Formatting Basics Final Draft

Screenwriters must know screenplay formatting basic and since Final Draft is the most widely used screenwriting software, it's a great place to begin. Final Draft offers a 30 day free trial and the cost to purchase is not bad at all. In this video I will cover screenplay formatting basics - including, the action line, characters & dialogue, voice over (v.o.) vs. off screen (O.S.), parentheticals, saving to pdf, and I mention dashes, why we format that way we do, and some other important information. You don't have to use Final Draft, of course, any program that automatically formats for you is great. You can even set up a template in word (but why?). The screenplay formatting basics I cover is 99% of everything you need to know about proper formatting. If you're just starting out and want to try a different program, let me know in the comment area. I'll post a basics video on several other programs soon - the free versions - so subscribe if you want to know when those drop. Let me know if you have any questions. Now go write that masterpiece! The world needs it. Books that will advance your writing: STORY, by Robert McKee: https://amzn.to/38Cq5Tm SAVE THE CAT, Blake Snyder: https://amzn.to/3GbRgjS SCREENWRITER'S BIBLE https: //amzn.to/3ARV2ya NUTSHELL TECHNIQUE: https: //amzn.to/3AP8ylP Get a 30 day free Audible account and listen to these books for nothing. AUDIBLE: https://amzn.to/3wzOhPk Software/Programs that will make writing faster: FINAL DRAFT SCREENWRITING SOFTWARE: https://amzn.to/3cq644e DRAGON DICTATION & VOICE RECOGNITION: https://amzn.to/3PRWpkG Production Equipment for professional and entry-level (budget friendly) productions: BLACKMAGIC CAMERA: https://amzn.to/3coVyKt PANASONIC LUMIX: https://amzn.to/3QRZnXn NO NAME (super budget but great starter camera): https://amzn.to/3AqDMyz Accessories GIMBAL STABILIZER https://amzn.to/3wwSNgQ DOLLY/GLIDE GEAR: https://amzn.to/3wAvZgt LIGHTING https://amzn.to/3cpg9y8 SUPER COOL LIGHTING https://amzn.to/3pM9S2D About Dawn .... Dawn holds an MFA in Screenwriting from UCLA, and an MA in English/Creative Writing. She’s taught at UCLA and University of the Pacific, as well as workshop events. She’s thrilled to watch her students win screenwriting accolades, but more than that – she loves to inspire them and watch that transfer to the page. She’s had the honor of working with, and learning from amazing filmmakers like Dustin Lance Black (MILK), Bobby Moresco (CRASH), Paula Wagner (MISSION IMPOSSIBLE), and Wolfgang Petersen (THE PERFECT STORM). Follow Me: Medium:   / dawnspinella   Instagram: @dspinellafilmmaker www.dawnspinella.com