Screenwriting Master’s Degree Escac + The Mediapro Studio

Overview

On the Screenwriting Master’s Degree programme at ESCAC and THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO, we identify talent and train future professionals in the industry.

We are the only screenwriting master’s degree that guarantees internships in screenwriting and whose curriculum covers feature films, series, non-fiction formats and project sales. In this way, we offer comprehensive and exclusive preparation. Since its inception, the Screenwriting Master’s Degree has trained professionals and given them the opportunity to develop their creativity on THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO’s leading national and international productions.

Intended Audience

This master’s degree is intended for people interested in developing their creative talent and specialising in writing scripts for film, television and other audiovisual formats. It is also aimed at industry professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge of audiovisual storytelling techniques, develop their own projects or redirect their careers towards screenwriting.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the master’s degree, students will have acquired advanced skills in writing fiction and non-fiction, content development and professional presentation techniques for the audiovisual industry.

Creative and storytelling skills
- Writing scripts for feature films, fiction series and non-fiction formats.
  
  Developing creativity and an individual voice in national and international productions.
  
  Mastery of different genres and styles in response to the needs of platforms and channels.
  
  Creating innovative content for alternative channels, social media and new formats.
Technical skills
- Advanced command of the tools and techniques specific to audiovisual scriptwriting.
  
  Development of professional tools for presenting and selling projects.
  
  Thorough preparation of bibles and sales dossiers tailored to industry standards.
Analytical and planning skills
- Critical analysis of scripts and comprehensive content development for production companies and platforms.
  
  Planning and structuring complex narratives for feature films and fiction series.
Interpersonal and communication skills
- Actively fostering teamwork in writers’ rooms and collaborative creative teams.
  
  Communicating audiovisual ideas, concepts and projects effectively, clearly and persuasively.
Professional and career development skills
- Real access to the audiovisual industry through guaranteed internships and a professional network.
  
  Development and presentation of original projects, with the option of production at The Mediapro Studio.
  
  Direct instruction from renowned, active screenwriters, showrunners and producers.

Career opportunities

The Screenwriting Master’s aims to discover and develop talent in the field of screenwriting. This program is highly practical and focuses on identifying and developing participants’ skills in a realistic, hands-on learning environment.

The audiovisual world is constantly evolving, and screenwriters are in high demand. This is the only Master’s programme offering comprehensive training in the different audiovisual formats (feature films, series, non-fiction formats, documentaries, audio fiction…). It also guarantees screenwriting internships on productions by The Mediapro Studio and provides direct access to the audiovisual sector, offering a deep understanding of the different departments and types of productions required by production companies, platforms and broadcasters.

Our graduates build careers across multiple areas of the entertainment and communications sector:

Fiction films and feature films

Television series and streaming platforms

Non-fiction, entertainment and documentary formats

Film and TV Series Screenwriting

Feature Film Screenwriter

Screenwriter for Fiction Series and Platforms

Showrunner / Content Creator

Non-Fiction and Entertainment

Writer of entertainment and factual formats

Writer of documentaries and TV programmes

Content writer for alternative channels

Development and Industry

Script analyst and development professional at production companies

Fiction development department technician

Creator and developer of their own projects

Curriculum

Introductory module
- During the first week, students will explore the tools needed to write in any format.
Film module (Feature film writing)
- - Writing stories around two hours long.
  - Students will work in groups on a feature film project.
Television module (Writing fiction series)
- - Writing stories designed to run for (more or less) ten hours.
  - Students, also working in different groups, will work on developing a series project.
Non-fiction module
- - A module in which students study and learn about different non-fiction writing formats, such as entertainment, factual entertainment, game shows, comedy shows and documentaries.
  - Each field of study will have a teacher who specialises in that subject. During the module, students will also work on a group project.
Pitching and sales dossiers module
- - Selling to the national and international industry
  - This module runs throughout the entire Master’s programme. Students are taught the features a sales dossier should contain, as well as pitching techniques.
  - In addition, during this module, masterclasses are held through which students learn about other aspects of the audiovisual industry and meet the people responsible for TV channels, platforms and festivals
Internships on THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO productions
- - Students on the Master’s in Screenwriting are guaranteed 100 hours of screenwriting internships. The internships take place on productions and in departments at The Mediapro Studio, Globomedia, El Terrat, 100 Balas, Big Bang Media, etc.
  - Each student has a tutor within the production.

Master’s Final Project - MFP

The Master’s final project is an original, individual project that integrates the knowledge, competencies and skills acquired during the programme.

Each student develops a proposal for a feature film, series, non-fiction programme or documentary, with the guidance of a specialist tutor. The project is developed in three phases: ideation, development and preparation of the sales dossier. It concludes with the presentation of a written report and a public defence before a panel, where students demonstrate their creative ability and analytical and professional abilities.

Development of a feature-length fiction film
- Creation and development of a feature film project from the initial idea through to the preparation of a professional sales dossier. This includes narrative definition, characters, synopsis, logline, project positioning and preparation for its presentation to industry professionals.
Fiction series development
- Design of an original series, working on the concept, world, characters, story arcs and season structure. The project culminates in the creation of a sales dossier adapted to the standards of the audiovisual industry.
Documentary development
- Development of a documentary project that encompasses research, a narrative approach, a creative approach and a production strategy. The student presents a professional dossier that defines the proposal and its potential for development.
Development of a non-fiction programme
- Creation of a non-fiction format aimed at television or streaming platforms. It includes conceptual definition, participant selection , content structure and the preparation of a sales dossier that enables the project to be communicated and marketed.
Master’s Thesis Protocol
- The Master’s thesis is developed under the supervision of an academic tutor and requires the submission of a sales dossier and a public defense before a panel. The assessment combines the evaluation by the tutor and the panel, taking into account the work process, the quality of the project, the written report and the oral presentation.

Student Projects

Curasana:

Authorship pending (REVISAR)

Gamberra:

Authorship pending (REVIEW)

For Being a Witch and a Poisoner:

Authorship pending (REVISAR)

Therapies and Dungeons:

Authorship pending (REVIEW)

Methodology and Assessment

Our teaching approach is based on learning by doing. We want you to learn by doing, supported by leading professionals in the field, who train you in transferable skills and provide the knowledge and tools to pursue a professional career in any area of content creation.

In this Master’s programme, students will gain practical experience and integrate conceptual and technical knowledge of screenwriting, as well as practical skills. This is a highly practical Master’s programme: students write from day one and develop four projects throughout the programme. In addition to learning writing techniques for different formats, students learn to work in groups. A highlight is the guaranteed internships, which, following the necessary training, provide exclusive opportunities to work as screenwriters for a minimum of 100 hours across different productions and departments.

Classes
- Sessions combining theory and practice that provide the narrative tools and the knowledge needed to develop audiovisual projects. They combine presentations of content, case analysis and exercises applied to the professional field.
Workshops
- Practical workspaces where students develop their own projects through writing exercises, tutorials and collaborative activities. They encourage the direct application of the knowledge acquired during the course.
Masterclass
- Meetings with working professionals who share experiences, methods and real cases from the audiovisual industry. They make it possible to learn about the industry trends and complement the training from a professional perspective.
Assessment system
- Final Grade Breakdown by Module
  - Feature Film Module: 22%
  - Series Module: 22%
  - Non-Fiction Module: 20%
  - Pitch Module: 16%
  - Internships: 8%
  - Master’s Final Project (TFM): 12%

Teaching Staff

Mireia Vidal

Zebina Guerra

Alejandro Loayza

Eva Mor

Clara Roquet

Bernat Elias

Daniela Fejerman

Eduard Sola

Nacho Cabana

Ivan Escobar

Cristina Clemente

Fanny Mendaña

Mireia Acosta

Oriol Capel

Carmen Fernández

Sergi Belbel

Joan Grau

Amparo Castellano

Ruben Ontiveros

Javi Valera

Ruy Balanyà

Rafael Barceló

José Perez Ledo

Elena Neira

Alex Florez

Basic information

Qualification

Institution-specific Master’s Degree in Screenwriting — ESCAC + The Mediapro Studio

Master’s Programme Directors

Irene Ortega and Aintza Serra

Start date

13/09/2027

Schedule

Monday to Wednesday, 10h to 14h

Format

In person

Price

TBC

Available Places

Master’s Programme Coordinators

Robert Cortés and Ruben Rojo

End of classes

22/06/2028

Language

Spanish

Credits

60 ECTS

Location

TBC

Entry profile

Bachelor’s degree holders or university graduates in Audiovisual Communication, Fine Arts or other related degrees; students from film schools or artistic disciplines; graduates with an advanced vocational qualification in audiovisual production; and professionals who can demonstrate experience in the industry and wish to specialise in screenwriting.

Pre-registration and enrolment

Pre-registration schedule for the 26-27 academic year: from 2 November 2026

Applications and how to apply
- Applicants must complete the pre-registration form available on this page.
Documents required for pre-registration
- Applicants must provide links to their portfolio, a video pitch (maximum 3 minutes) and their CV.
Admissions process
- The Admissions team and academic coordination will review the submitted documents and assess the application.
  
  If deemed necessary, the programme management may conduct an online interview with the applicant as part of the selection process.
Place reservation and enrolment
- Once admission has been communicated, the applicant may proceed with the reservation of their place and subsequent enrolment, following the instructions provided by ESCAC.