Education to write a screenplay?

Question:

I know I have original ideas and that’s not what I’m concerned about. What does concern me is that without a proper education in screenwriting I may not be able to fully express my ideas in a way that will excite Producers to stop and take notice. However, if all I do is worry about starting too soon, I may pass up on the opportunity I’ve been looking for. Do you think it’s better to wait until I’m able to head back to school, or should I throw all caution to the wind and go for it? I’m really mixed right now and any advice would be greatly appreciated. Hope your week’s been well and if you don’t get a chance to respond, I understand. Life can be so hectic!

Screenwriting Compass:

Original ideas is actually what should be your main concern. If you watch movies and you think you have great ideas, and going to school is too expensive, then don’t go to school for screenwriting. I think if you are going to school, you should go to school and study other subjects other than screenwriting. You can easily figure out the structure of a script by reading the dozen of screenwriting books out there. I’m also sure, there is someone giving a weekend seminar on the format of screenwriting, for the fraction of the price of going to college for screenwriting.

My advice, don’t spend the money on schooling. Go read some great books and most importantly… start writing.