Deep Focus Masterclass Series

Bite-sized Storytelling: Writing the Microdrama

As media consumption habits shift, more viewers are trading big screens and long narrative arcs for vertical, short-form content tailored directly for mobile devices. Vertical storytelling is no longer just a trend—it is a rapidly growing sector of the entertainment industry.

In this intensive masterclass, author and showrunner Claire Epstein breaks down the craft and economics of the modern microdrama. Attendees will explore how to structure engaging narrative arcs for phone screens and examine the specific business models driving monetization in this space.

Important Note: To protect the proprietary insights shared in this session and encourage active participation, this masterclass will be conducted entirely live and will not be recorded.