Story Essentials ("Story 1" for those who have taken class with JVG before) is designed to give you the core building blocks behind every great screenplay or book. You’ll explore the ten essential story fundamentals that make great stories work and learn how to apply them to your own project. Whether you’re just starting out or refining an existing idea, you’ll leave with a stronger grasp of how to really design your story and clear next steps to elevate your work.

Who is it for?

This class is for screenwriters, writers, podcasters, or creators ready to move beyond ideas and craft a structured, engaging, fully developed story.

What do I get?

• 2-hour online class (Yes, JVG is live not pre-recorded)

• Q+A and discussion included

• Takeaway materials

• Replay video

• Access to weekly office hours (Fridays at 1pm ET, May 23 through July 18)

Want to bundle multiple classes? Click here to pick three  (save $48 total) or here to get a full 12-class Season Pass (save $289 total).