“Tim’s workshop taught me more than years of self-study and practise. Highly recommended.” – Richard Lindesay, Comedian, UK
Comedy Screenwriting Masterclass
6 x 2-hours online course
Tools and techniques for writing comedy Movies, Sitcoms, Sketches, Web-series.
- Write comedy scripts that sell
- Develop comedy characters
- Discover the secrets of comic stories
- Secrets of funny dialogue
- Package & pitch your ideas
Ideal for writers, producers, editors, creative execs
Beginners & professionals welcome!
If you’re a Beginner, Tim will show you how to get started. If you’re a Professional, you’ll gain new tools to improve your scripts.
For Ages 18+
WHEN:
Wednesdays 6 pm-8 pm. [AEST / UTC+11:00]
from Wednesday, February 12 to Wednesday March 19, 2025
COST:
$329 AUD
BOOKINGS: Click here
Who is the comedy teacher?
Tim Ferguson is a TV/film writer & director and international touring comedian. He’s taught comedy screenwriting at NYU, AFTRS, Sydney Film School, VCA. Tim wrote ‘The Cheeky Monkey’ Comedy Screenwriting Manual, Co-Writer of feature films ‘Spin Out’ & ‘The BBQ‘ and various books, sitcoms and TV shows.
Screenwriting comedy testimonials
‘This man is a comedy legend. Take his comedy writing course, read his book.’
– Simon van der Borgh, Senior Lecturer in Film & TV Production (Screenwriting) at University of York
‘If you’re an aspiring comedy writer, go to one of Tim’s classes. The Rosie Project owes a lot to his teaching.’
– Graeme Simsion, author of The Rosie Project
‘Fun, practical and inspiring. I’ll never see comedy the same way again!’
– Jeffery E Doherty, author
‘There are Master Classes and Master Classes. Then there is Tim Ferguson’s PhD in Comedy Class. It was just a wonderful five star experience from start to finish – and yes, it is ‘ha-ha’ hilarious.’
– Dr. Patrick Maher, Past Chairman of the WA Writers Guild
‘This course is revolutionary – a whole new way to look at comedy.’
– Leisl Egan, ABC Producer
‘Can’t recommend Tim’s courses enough. I learned so much, and had so much fun, I was keen to do it a second time!’
– Scott Anderson (Screenwriter)
‘Savvy insights, passionate delivery and an ability to turn even non-believers into skilled comedy writers.’
– Susannah Petty, Winner of LA Screenwriting Expo Screenplay Award
‘It’s like having a doctor explain how to make people laugh. Tim’s insights are essential if you’re serious about comedy.’
– Steve Mitchell, Screenwriter of The Heckler movie