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Upcoming Classes

All of our training opportunities take place virtually using Zoom. There are generally 4 full days of formal Audio Description instruction with time in between for assignments, practice, or preparation. To be added to our mailing list for class announcements, or for any other questions, please email us at info@adtrainingretreats.com.

Advanced AD: Writing for the Screen with Melissa Hope and Colleen Connor

Tuition: $800

Pre-requisite: ADTR Fundamentals or equivalent training/experience

Upcoming Class:

February 2026

​Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 21, & Feb 28, 2026 (Saturdays)

12 noon - 8 pm Eastern / 9 am - 5 pm Pacific (1 hour mid-day break)

Instructors: Colleen Connor and Melissa Hope

$800 USD per participant 
 

Curriculum Overview:
  • Review and discuss AD examples from film and TV 

  • Standard, Extended, Enhanced, and Integrated writing 

  • The importance of blind and low vision community critique and Quality Control

  • Addressing representation, diversity, and inclusion in AD 

  • Discussion of current efforts in VR and video games

  • What to expect when working in AD for the screen

  • Grammar and making AD language work smarter 

  • How to give and receive constructive feedback 

  • Cinematic, design, and movement vocabulary

  • Genre-specific tips

 

Training Information:
  • 20+ hours of instruction in AD, focused on pre-recorded media (TV, Film, etc.)

  • 4 weekend class days over the course of 4 weeks, via Zoom conference  

  • Curriculum and homework provided in advance; expect 4-8 hours of homework and prep before the first session and between sessions

  • Class sessions: 12 noon to 8 pm EST / 9 am to 5 pm PST 

  • 1 hour break mid-class, and 5-minute breaks throughout the day

  • Participation is limited to a maximum of 6 students

  • Certificate of Completion provided upon accomplishment of the course

  • Prerequisite: ADTR Fundamentals of AD or previous equivalent training

Apply here: https://forms.gle/1dUciFc9114EyMpm6

Fundamentals of Audio Description with Bridget Melton and Colleen Connor

Tuition: $800 for participants, $650 for observers

Upcoming Class:

April 2026

Class dates TBD

Please contact us if you would like to sponsor a training or provide a scholarship!

For further details or questions, email us at: info@adtrainingretreats.com

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