BEA2026: Full Schedule

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11:30am PDT

Monday April 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

The Writing Division offers a series bible competition for a television show that includes a detailed treatment of the pilot episode, character descriptions, season 1 outline, and season 2-5 summary.

Moderator: Carey Martin, Liberty University

1st Place: Storyville: Show Bible, Matthew Nolte Evans, University of Georgia
LOTUS: Show Bible: Nathan Patton, Missouri State University
Pure: Show Bible; Amia Calandrea Carter, Alabama State University
Undiscovered: Show Bible; Tonni Elizabeth McNeese, University of Oklahoma

Moderators

Carey Martin

Professor, Liberty University

screenwriting, directing, film & television history

Speakers

Matthew Nolte Evans

Assistant Professor of Entertainment & Media Studies, University of Georgia

Calandrea Carter

Alabama State University

Nathan Patton

Missouri State University

Tonni McNeese

University of Oklahoma

Monday April 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
W302

Writing, Special Event | BEA, Special Event

12:45pm PDT

Screenwriting Plus Production: How the Mixture Can Benefit Students

Monday April 20, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm PDT

W305

This panel is focused on how to get a better narrative screenplay written and produced in the same classroom. We invite you to hear different approaches to mix screenwriting and simple film production together (instead of as separate entities) to develop a richer storyline and better final product.

Moderator: Melissa Jackson, Chair, BEA Writing Division & Former Associate Professor, Piedmont University,
Panelists:
Jason Brown, Valdosta State University,
Nathan Gibbs, Point Loma Nazarene University
Andrew Millians, Lindenwood University
Theresa Coronado, University of the Incarnate Word
Melissa Jackson, Chair, BEA Writing Division & Former Associate Professor, Piedmont University

Moderators

Melissa Jackson

CloudCatcher Productions

Speakers

Jason Brown

Assoc Prof / Festival Director, Valdosta State University

TV - Movies - Teaching - Traveling

Theresa Coronado

Media Production Instructor, University of the Incarnate Word

Nathan Gibbs

Professor, Point Loma Nazarene University

Gibbs has taught media production and journalism courses at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, California, since 2022. Prior to joining PLNU, he served as the general manager of an on-campus NPR station, oversaw ESPN+ streaming, build out podcast studios, and ushered in... Read More →

Andrew Millians

Associate Professor, Lindenwood University

Department Head - Media, Communications, and Cinema

Monday April 20, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm PDT
W305

Writing, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | BEA, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | Filmmaker Spotlight, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs

3:15pm PDT

Beyond Traditional Media Writing: Integrating Social Media Shows to Bridge Professional Writing Skills

Monday April 20, 2026 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT

W313

This panel presents an innovative media writing curriculum that integrates traditional professional writing skills with current social media production. Students learn essential formats (news articles, broadcast readers, press releases, scripts) then collaborate on four-episode social media shows, rotating through roles as writer, videographer, social media coordinator, and public relations specialist. This hands-on approach reinforces writing basics while applying skills within today's media practices, preparing students for dynamic media careers. Student panelists will share their writing assignments and implementation into social media shows.
Moderator: Angela Criscoe, Georgia College & State University
Amy Bishop, Georgia College & State University,
Jailey Ferrer Negron, Georgia College & State University,
Liberty Klopp, Georgia College & State University,

Moderators

Angela Criscoe

Executive Director, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Georgia College & State University

I am the Executive Director of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at Georgia College. As an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication, I have a passion and interest in researching, exploring, and using innovative technologies in film and television. I... Read More →

Speakers

Writing, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | BEA, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | Student Spotlight, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs

11:30am PDT

12:45pm PDT

3:15pm PDT

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