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Course Description The key to successful writing for TV and radio is learning to write to a specific brief, and to modify storylines, scenes and characters to work within budgetary and filming restrictions. Important skills are learning to accept feedback and collaborating with other members of the production team. The Drama and Comedy Writing Online Diploma is designed to tap into your creativity and is based in 'Active Learning'. Most of the actual learning takes place within your own activities - that is, writing! You will learn by doing. Completing this project will increase your confidence in your ideas and abilities, and you'll feel prepared to pitch your first script and get started on your next. Could I Write For TV? The fact is, someone has to - because the TV networks need a constant and never-ending supply of new shows... Okay, so your next question will most likely be: Can I Get In On Writing For TV? And the answer is: of course you can, if you sign up NOW for my latest Academy writing course: Writing Successful Drama and Comedy for TV Networks! First off, let's see if you have what's needed to write for TV: Do you have... A fertile imagination A need to communicate in writing to the masses The ability to tell a compelling story (I can teach you that!) Information on how to pitch to Networks & TV Producers (I got that covered for you too!) Expert knowledge about the 'rules' of TV writing... Now, this is where I come into my own. In case you don't know me, I'm Rob Parnell, considered by many online sources (including Google and Wikipedia) and various personalities to be the first and last authority on writing, self-motivation and personal creativity. I have created over 110 published books, courses, books and information resources, many of which have been translated into foreign languages. I am often described by friends, family and students as an 'over-achiever'! For the last decade, I have been increasingly drawn to the visual media. As a writer, I've worked with Hollywood producers, been intimately involved with some very exciting film and TV projects and, best of all, been paid a small fortune by production companies and media funding bodies to learn and hone my screenwriting abilities. So much so that we've recently formed our own production company, R&R Books Film Music, just to deal with the legal and logistics that tend to surround working within the visual media. I Can Teach You How to Write for TV The television industry has its own rules - rules that are not generally broadcast (no pun intended) to the general public. In order to compete as a TV writer, you need someone on the inside - like me - to help you. I have so much information to share with you about writing for TV, I want to invite you on a journey into the world of television. It's actually relatively easy to meet with producers and TV network executives - there's a good reason for this, which I'll teach you later (in the first module, immediately on sign-up!) But the hard part is presenting yourself and your material to the TV industry in exactly the right way. Because, unless you follow the TV industry protocols - and major things like the way you format documents - you don't stand a chance. Yes, even something as seemingly innocuous as the way a script and a TV program proposal looks is enormously important. More than that, your material has to look exactly right, or you won't get a serious look in. But, don't worry, my friend, I can teach you everything you need to know about writing for TV. In the SIX VALUABLE LESSONS, you will learn: Module One: Introduction to Writing for TV A thorough analysis of the genre, how it works, how we got to where we are now and where we are heading in TVLand. Insights into successful writers, execs and producers in the TV world, past, present and future. How TV has changed in the last few years - and why the industry now welcomes new writers, ideas people and independent producers, directors and even web-based media individuals (like you!) Also, crucial clues as to how to quickly familiarize yourself with TV trends, including up to the minute insider tips on how to seem like a TV expert (without doing much work!) Module Two: Your Ideas & How to Present Them Curiously, one of the last questions you'll be asked in TV is whether you can actually write. You can go a long way with a good TV drama or comedy pitch without writing anything but a proposal. In this module I teach you the exact format you need to present your ideas. I'll also show you how to go about contacting people within the TV industry. It doesn't matter if you're shy or nervous - there are effective ways around these things. This module includes case studies and examples. I'll also teach you exactly how to brainstorm ideas like a professional so that you never have to want for inspiration again! Module Three: What's Different About TV Writing? As any writer knows, good stories come out of great characters in interesting scenarios. Once you've had a good idea, how do you develop that for TV? What are the rules that are specific to the audiovisual media? I'll teach you the subtle differences and we'll go over some of more familiar aspects of story telling that still apply to writing for the small screen - things like character development, story arc, long term serial considerations and other TV genre specific musts. Here we'll also investigate 'pushing the envelope' with regards to time-slot, moral correctness, network politics and social responsibility. Module Four: Scripting, Editing and The Story Bible A TV script is formatted differently from a movie script - and ne'er the twain shall meet! There are rules on timing and pacing (read: ad breaks) that you absolutely must understand and incorporate into your screenplays when writing for TV. I'll explain how professional script editors work too - and why you'll never get all of your words onscreen. Plus, we investigate the 'Story Bible'. How to write and create the basis of your TV series, so that you don't have to write every script - if you were ever allowed to do such a thing anyway! Module includes actual TV templates you can adapt for your own use. Module Five: A Special Masterclass on Comedy Writing Often considered the most difficult, demanding, yet rewarding of all the TV genres. In fact, to those in the know, Comedy writing has long been essentially formulaic and really not that difficult to understand and/or emulate. In this very special, first for the Net, Masterclass, I will teach you everything you need to know about comedy writing, from how to write funny sketches to a long-running comedy series. By the end of this module, you'll know how those writers achieve seemingly effortless comedy following just a few simple rules. Module Six: The Money & How You Get PAID As the famous TV series tells us, despite all the creativity in the world, it's the Dirty Sexy Money we're ultimately after. In this module, I explain how writers get paid for TV work - which is surprisingly often, even when your work doesn't appear on TV - and how much you can expect to make. I explain how TV gets funded, where the money comes from, who and why gets paid when, and how to negotiate deals where you get paid lots of money BEFORE everyone else and AFTER, again and again. This module also includes market listings and tips on how to start and maintain a lucrative TV writing career. The Writing for TV Course Welcome to the Writer's Greatest Untapped Income Source FREE 00:30:00 Introduction to Writing for TV, Cable and Satellite Networks FREE 01:00:00 Your Ideas and How to Present Them 01:00:00 What's Different About TV Writing? 01:00:00 Scripting, Editing and the Story Bible 00:30:00 A Special Masterclass On Comedy Writing 00:30:00 The Money and How You Get Paid 00:30:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam - Drama and Comedy Writing Online Diploma 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam - Drama and Comedy Writing Online Diploma 00:20:00

It is not necessary that you have to use professional software programs like QuickBooks or Zero for managing your financial records. If you are running a small business, a manual bookkeeping system may be beneficial. It is simple to use, and you can set up a basic bookkeeping system in just a few hours. Manual bookkeeping is easy, accurate and comprehensive with the original Cashflow Manager manual record keeping system. This simple method of bookkeeping can work well for sole traders or small business owners. You can use bookkeeping for analysing business activities, attracting investors, finding finance, lodge and pay tax, etc. Keeping bookkeeping record is a must. Learn the essential concepts of bookkeeping, its definition, how it works and how to use it in business in the Bookkeeping Systems Diploma course. What Will I Learn? By the end of the course you will be able to implement a bookkeeping system for your small business Understand common accounting terminology Understand the relationship between the books of prime entry in a manual system See how a manual system relates to a computerised system Requirements An interest in business Module 01 Introduction FREE 00:02:00 Manual System FREE 00:07:00 Computerised Systems FREE 00:10:00 How it Fits Together 00:08:00 Module 02 Ledgers 00:10:00 Trial Balance and Coding 00:10:00 PNL Account and Balance Sheet 00:04:00 AILE Personal 00:05:00

Learn to write scalable, reusable, and maintainable code by leveraging the OOP concepts in Python. This comprehensive OOP course covers essential concepts, such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. The last section of this course covers a real-world library management system project.

the stained glass summer class at rainbow glass studios August 7th - 11th 2023 is designed to teach all the traditional techniques needed to make a large stained glass panel. This class is for all abilities and is carried out in a well equipt studio in London.

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Description: The Legal Secretary - Video Training Course covers the basic concepts of the Legal system including courts, crime, controversy, law and crime, state courts, and legal terminology. In the course, you will also know about the process of arresting to arraignment, trials, and juries, appellate courts, etc. You will know how to be a legal secretary. The section related to Courts, Crime and Controversy deals with courts, the criminal justice system, actors in the courthouse, criminal vs civil court cases, and law on the books and in action while the part related to Law and Crime explains the basis of American law, sources of American law, civil disputes, and criminal law. Apart from these, the section named Arrest to Arraignment describes the legal system of arrest, bail, preliminary hearing, grand jury, and arraignment. The State court section explains the basic rules of states courts. Finally, the course will introduce you about the history of trials by jury, an overview of basic evidence, the steps in the trial process, the nature of the appellate process, and the various legal terminology. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online MCQ test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately. You will instantly know whether you have been successful or not. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Legal Secretary - Video Training Course is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Legal Secretary - Video Training Course is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Legal Secretary Introduction Legal Secretary Introduction FREE 00:06:00 Courts, Crime, and Controversy The Courts and the Criminal Justice System 00:16:00 Actors in the Courthouse 00:10:00 Criminal vs Civil Court Cases 00:16:00 Demo 1 - Sample Entry of Appearance 00:03:00 Demo 2 - Sample Plea Agreement 00:08:00 Law on the Books and in Action 00:06:00 Law and Crime The Basis of American Law 00:16:00 Demo 1 - Reading Legal Citations 00:05:00 Sources of American Law 00:14:00 Civil Disputes and Criminal Law 00:17:00 State Courts State Courts 00:12:00 Demo 1 - Sample Search Warrant 00:10:00 Arrest to Arraignment Crime and Arrest 00:13:00 Bail 00:10:00 Demo 1 - Bail Bond Agreement 00:04:00 Preliminary Hearing, Grand Jury, and Arraignment 00:06:00 Trials and Juries History of Trials by Jury 00:12:00 Demo 1 - Voir Dire 00:12:00 Overview of Basic Evidence 00:06:00 Steps In The Trial Process 00:12:00 Appellate Courts Nature of the Appellate Process 00:10:00 Demo 1 - Notice of Appeal 00:05:00 Demo 2 - Sample Double Jeopardy Motion 00:11:00 Legal Terminology Legal Terminology 00:16:00 Demo 1 - The Online Legal Dictionary 00:04:00 Demo 2 - Sample Contract 00:11:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Legal Secretary - Video Training Course 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Legal Secretary - Video Training Course 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

LOOKING FOR: MG, YA, ADULT FICTION / NON-FICTION Kesia Lupo joined Donald Maass Literary Agency in 2024 after 11 years working across the publishing industry. She started out as an editorial assistant at Pan Macmillan London in 2013, transitioning to children’s fiction in 2015 when she moved to Chicken House (a UK imprint of Scholastic), where she worked her way up from junior to senior editor. Here she acquired and edited bestselling, internationally successful and prize-winning fiction for middle grade (MG) and YA readers. In 2023 she transitioned over to the US and agenting, working with the Bindery Agency before finding a home with DMLA. At DMLA, Kesia is building a list leaning 60/40 towards MG and YA fiction, with the rest consisting of adult fiction and a smattering of adult non-fiction. She is especially, but not exclusively, interested in underrepresented voices, whether BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, disabled writers or other identities not listed here. Across all age-groups, she’s seeking: Fantasy/Science Fiction: High fantasy, low fantasy, cosy fantasy. Particularly interested in fantasy and SF inspired by underrepresented cultures with unique world-building. Romantasy is fine but the fantasy elements MUST be strong! Horror: Psychological and paranormal horror in particular but will consider slashers. Kesia loves gothic horror and is not generally fazed by gory content. Thrillers: Upmarket thrillers with a unique spin. Loves plot twists! Historical: Open to everything with a strong hook and informed by excellent research. Would love to find non-Eurocentric historical fiction. For adult fiction only, she’s seeking: Bookclub/women’s fiction: Voice-driven, high-concept novels across these categories. Romance: Upmarket romance with a great one-line pitch. Happy with spice. For adult non-fiction, she’s interested in accessible political, cultural or historical topics with broad appeal. Please don’t self-reject – if you are unsure about whether your story might be a good fit, Kesia would rather see it. In one single word document, Kesia would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first three chapters or 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document, whichever is shorter. (In addition to the paid sessions, Kesia is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 27th January 2025

For serious singing professionals, teachers and coachesTake your communication and diagnosis skills to the next level Real life singing lessons for you to watch and analyseTeaching across music genres - lessons in classical, Musical Theatre and CCMTeaching across ages - from teen twins to retiredWatch Gillyanne and Jeremy coach the students in online masterclasses What you will discover Unit 1 - The focus mindmap. What you should be listening and watching for the first time you meet a student. Plus two masterclasses with male voice on a classic musical theatre song and a contemporary Indie pop song Unit 2 - The braindump Sorting your thoughts out when working with singers. Plus watching a "group" lesson with female twins, covering vocal warmups and classical repertoire (Purcell). Unit 3 - Coaching an avocational singer Working with a retired singer on classical and light classical repertoire (Quilter and Vivaldi). Legato line, diction and phrasing Units 4 and 5 are live with Gillyanne and Jeremy - dates will be arranged after purchase to suit the group Finding the key focus for each student in each lesson Discovering how the Brain Dump method can revolutionise your diagnostic skills, whether live in person or teaching online Using the Brain Dump method and filtering to create new exercises based on your student's needs that day Developing a robust process for teaching one student regularly, from first Brain Dump to future lesson planning, plus tracking progress and creating solutions Who we are We are Dr Gillyanne Kayes (singing voice specialist) and Jeremy Fisher (vocal & performance coach). We're both avid tea drinkers (Gillyanne loves builder's tea and first flush Darjeeling, Jeremy's a black-tea-no-sugar Ceylon drinker, but his favourite tea-du-jour is Royal Blend from Fortnum and Mason in London. We've co-taught for more than 25 years all over the world. We've written 10 books on vocal technique, including five Amazon #1 bestsellers. We've been creating vocal training resources since 2004, including courses, DVDs, CDs, ebooks, the Build Your Own Larynx template and most recently the amazing online Learning Lounge with over 600 voice training resources. We love helping people find and share their truth as teachers and performers. Cheers!

The 'Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips' course is designed to guide individuals in establishing a successful presence on Fiverr, specifically focusing on voiceover gigs. From setting up a professional studio to creating and producing voiceover gigs, the course covers advanced tips for using Audacity and recording audio books for Audible. Additionally, learners will gain insights into the Fiverr sales process and receive valuable tips for maximizing their success on the platform. Learning Outcomes: Understand the fundamentals of Fiverr and create an effective seller profile. Identify suitable voiceover gigs to offer on the platform based on personal skills and preferences. Set up a professional studio and equip it with the necessary tools for high-quality recordings. Create compelling voiceover gigs on Fiverr, attracting potential buyers with enticing offers. Utilize Audacity efficiently, mastering advanced tips and techniques for optimal audio production. Comply with Audible and ACX standards while recording audio books for professional quality. Learn how to use Audacity macros for voice effects that can be offered as unique voiceover gigs. Acquire essential knowledge of the Fiverr sales process, maximizing opportunities for successful sales. Summarize and apply the learned concepts to create a strong foundation for a successful Fiverr career. Why buy this Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this course for? This Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips course is ideal for Students Recent graduates Job Seekers Anyone interested in this topic People already working in the relevant fields and want to polish their knowledge and skill. Prerequisites This Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path As this course comes with multiple courses included as bonus, you will be able to pursue multiple occupations. This Fiverr: Seller Profile Creation, Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips is a great way for you to gain multiple skills from the comfort of your home. Course Curriculum Section 01: Introduction to the Course and to Fiverr Course Introduction 00:03:00 Why Should You Get Started on Fiverr? 00:11:00 Three Bonus Sections Added 00:04:00 Accountability Action List 00:05:00 Creating a Seller Profile on Fiverr 00:05:00 Section 02: Which Voiceover Gigs Are You Going to Sell? What Types of Voiceover Gigs do you think you can do? 00:07:00 Selecting Voice Gigs to match your Delivery Styles 00:07:00 Voice Delivery - Understanding the importance of Variety 00:07:00 Section 03: Setting Up Your Studio and Equipment Do I need to spend a lot of money? 00:05:00 How to Insulate Your Microphone For Free 00:06:00 Section 04: What Types of Voice over Gigs should you Offer Voiceover Gigs - Lets Create Your Shortlist of Gigs 00:07:00 Understanding Fiverr Levels and what to do when you are Promoted 00:04:00 Section 05: Voiceover Gig Creation on Fiverr Creating Your Gig - Basics 00:06:00 Creating Your Gig - Pricing 00:04:00 Creating Your Gig - Description, FAQs and Requirements 00:06:00 Creating Your Gig - Image and Video 00:05:00 Creating Your Gig - Publishing 00:03:00 Make Sure That You Have Created Your First Gig 00:02:00 Section 06: Recording and Producing Your Voiceover Gigs Download Audacity For Free 00:02:00 Recording Your Voiceover Track in Audacity 00:04:00 Audacity Production: Noise Reduction 00:03:00 Audacity Production: Equalisation 00:03:00 Audacity Production - De-Breathing 00:03:00 Audacity Production: Exporting 00:02:00 Practice Recording and Producing 00:01:00 Section 07: Advanced Audacity Tips and Techniques Moving and Mixing Multiple Tracks in Audacity 00:04:00 Making Small Edits to a Voiceover Recording 00:02:00 Setting Up Audacity Macros to save time and create consistency 00:04:00 Section 08: How to Record Audio Books for Audible to ACX Standards Recording AudioBooks to ACX Standards 00:08:00 ACX - Installing Custom Tools - ACX Check and RMS-Normalise 00:04:00 ACX Optimising your Recording 00:05:00 Create Your ACX Macro 00:05:00 Section 09: Audacity Macros for Voice Effects You Can Sell as Voiceover Gigs Darth Vader Voice Effect 00:04:00 Deep Voice Effect 00:05:00 Radio Voice Effect 00:04:00 Scary Voice 00:03:00 Movie Trailer Voice Effect 00:04:00 1930s BBC Vintage Voice - with Static - Effect 00:06:00 Section 10: The Fiverr Sale Process The Fiver Sale Process - Step by Step 00:12:00 Fiverr Custom Orders 00:05:00 What if my Buyer wants a Modification? 00:03:00 How to Avoid Negative Feedback 00:03:00 Responding to Buyer Requests 00:06:00 How To Get More Tips 00:04:00 Withdrawing Your Funds from Fiverr 00:02:00 Section 11: Course Summary and Wrap Up Course Summary and Wrap Up 00:04:00 Section 12: Additional File Additional File 00:00:00 Assignment Assignment - Fiverr; Seller Profile Creation; Voiceover Gigs & Sales Tips 00:00:00

The Project Management Odyssey Project Management is composed of many elements. So many, in fact, that it is hard at times to get the big picture. There are more than 100,000 books on Amazon under Project Management. There are three main certification bodies and the latest version of the US standard, PMI's PMBOK® Guide is composed of 5 process groups, 10 knowledge areas and 47 steps. The complexity needs to be simplified. For this presentation, we have gone back to one of the original stories by Homer - the Odyssey. Odysseus and his men were tired after 10 years of fighting and looking forward the journey home. This idea of a journey is at the heart of each and every project. A journey to somewhere else, another place. A beginning, a middle, and an end. We will use this journey to illustrate the correct way to approach any project. In doing so we hope to assist you in retaining the key ingredients for doing projects better in your equally challenging environment. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies.