Last Updated on: 22nd November 2023, 04:59 am
MediaXchange, John Yorke Story and US Showrunner Jeff Melvoin have joined forces to introduce the US showrunner model to UK and European television writers, producers and industry professionals.
The Running the Show online training programme provides participants with the skills and insight needed to navigate the complexities of the showrunner role, a combination of writer and executive producer who runs a show.
The course offers an in-depth understanding of the US showrunner model, which has revolutionised the television industry, and how to apply the lessons to their own work. It also provides participants with the opportunity to develop strong leadership skills, build and manage writing teams, and learn to communicate effectively with execs and studios.
Speaking on the programme, Katrina Wood, CEO of MediaXchange said: “We are excited to offer this unique opportunity to UK and European writers, producers and industry professionals. The US showrunner model is one of the most successful in the world, and we believe that this programme will provide participants with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the global television industry.”
Veteran US Showrunner Jeff Melvoin will lead the training, utilising his experience of working on some of the most watched TV shows of all time, including The West Wing, Alias and Psych. He is joined by John Yorke, a renowned expert in storytelling and screenwriting, and the bestselling author of Into the Woods, considered a must-read for anyone who wants to write for television.
Melvoin said: “I believe that the principles of US showrunning are essential for anyone who wants to be a successful showrunner, and I am excited to share my knowledge and experience with participants.”
Yorke added: “By embracing US showrunning principles, the course will give the ideal grounding to writers and producers looking to step up to a showrunner role. Learners have a chance to elevate their careers and gain a competitive edge in the global television landscape.”
The programme is now available for registration. For more information, please visit: https://www.johnyorkestory.com/course/running-the-show/.
MediaXchange, John Yorke Story and US Showrunner Jeff Melvoin have launched a new online training opportunity, designed to teach the essential principles of US TV showrunning, to UK and European television writers, producers and industry professionals.
The Running the Show programme provides participants with the skills, insight and techniques they need to navigate the complexities of the showrunner role. It offers an in-depth understanding of the US showrunner model, which has revolutionised the television industry, and how to apply the lessons to their own work. Participants will also gain strong leadership skills, learn how to build and manage writing teams, and communicate effectively with execs and studios.
Katrina Wood, CEO of MediaXchange, said: “We are excited to offer this unique opportunity to UK and European writers, producers and industry professionals. The US showrunner model is one of the most successful in the world, and we believe that this programme will provide participants with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the global television industry.”
Veteran US Showrunner Jeff Melvoin will lead the training, utilising his experience of working on some of the most watched TV shows of all time, including The West Wing, Alias and Psych. He is joined by John Yorke, a renowned expert in storytelling and screenwriting. Yorke is the bestselling author of Into the Woods, considered a must-read for anyone who wants to write for television.
Melvoin said: “I believe that the principles of US showrunning are essential for anyone who wants to be a successful showrunner, and I am excited to share my knowledge and experience with participants.”
Yorke added: “By embracing US showrunning principles, the course will give the ideal grounding to writers and producers looking to step up to a showrunner role. Learners have a chance to elevate their careers and gain a competitive edge in the global television landscape.”
The programme is now open for registration. For more information, please visit: https://www.johnyorkestory.com/course/running-the-show/.
