Issa Rae
Teaches Creating Outside the Lines
Emmy-nominated writer, actor, and producer Issa Rae teaches you how to bring your creative vision to life.
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Dream, Create, Conquer: Issa Rae on Resilience in Creativity
This inspiring series features Emmy-nominated writer, actor, and producer Issa Rae as she imparts invaluable lessons on how to realize your creative vision. Known for her groundbreaking web series “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl” and the critically acclaimed HBO TV show “Insecure,” Issa Rae is celebrated for her ability to craft authentic stories with relatable characters. In this series, she opens up about her unique journey to success in Hollywood, a path marked by determination and originality. More than just a guide to the entertainment industry, Issa offers powerful insights on the importance of resilience in creative pursuits. Her personal anecdotes and motivational advice serve as a much-needed pep talk, encouraging aspiring creatives to stay resilient and true to their vision.
Course Content.
With her web series The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl and her HBO TV show Insecure, Issa Rae tells authentic stories with realistic characters. She shares how she broke into Hollywood by following her own path.
Your unique voice is essential for storytelling. Issa teaches you how to create what you want to see by getting inspiration from your favorite shows and bringing underrepresented stories to a larger audience.
Issa walks you through the ingredients that every story needs and explains how to test your stories with new audiences.
Learn what makes a strong pilot episode and, in particular, Issa’s strategy for creating the pilot for Insecure.
Issa continues her breakdown of the Insecure pilot so you can learn how to construct conflict and set up the rest of your series.
Issa shows you the best ways to start developing characters and dialogue that are relatable and realistic.
Awkward Black Girl and Insecure have something key in common: strong and specific characters. Issa delves into some of the most notable characters from her series and the growth they’ve experienced over time.
Discover how to present your vision to others, get the most from critical feedback, and find the right partners for your project.
Issa’s journey proves that distribution doesn’t have to include Hollywood execs. Hear her thoughts on how to get your stories in front of an audience without a TV network.
Learn how to develop a writing schedule, embrace imperfection, and find resources in unexpected places.
Issa suggests ways to lean on the expertise of creatives around you, particularly in a writers’ room full of diverse voices and ideas.
Issa shares personal stories of times when she’s had to trust her gut, feel confident in her voice, and help other creatives gain opportunities in the entertainment industry.
As one of the leading multi-hyphenates today, Issa doesn’t believe that it always makes sense to “stay in your lane.” Discover why it’s crucial to expand your skills.
We all need a pep talk once in a while. Issa reveals why a resilient mentality is a must.
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- Full Access to all Courses
- Watch on your computer
- Watch on your Phone
- Bonus class guides & content
- Share with your household (3 Devices)
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