David Wheeler

David is the Director of Media Sandbox at Michigan State University. After graduating with Honors from The London Film School in the UK, he was brought to Los Angeles by CBS where he worked in Broadcast Journalism, Film, Television and TV Commercials as a writer, director and cinematographer. He directed his first video game, the 11th Hour in 1995 and has since made many video games and interactive movies including the ground breaking Tender Loving Care with the great British actor John Hurt. David was the Content Director for game publisher Vivendi/Universal and Senior Creative Director at Electronic Arts. He has founded/co-founded Terra Nova Productions in Hollywood, Aftermath Media in Ashland, Oregon and Digital Circus in Vancouver, Canada. In 2012 he formed his 4th media company, Here And Now Transmedia, in Los Angeles. David came to Michigan State University to head up Media Sandbox in November, 2013.

Coursera

Michigan State University

Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course) (Coursera)

Film & Audio

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of script writing with this project-centered course from Coursera. Designed for aspiring writers, this course will guide you through creating a series bible and crafting a complete pilot episode for your own TV or web series. Whether you're interested in drama, comedy, or something innovative, this course provides a structured approach to developing your ideas into a polished script ready for pitching.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Writing Screenplay Script Writing

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Michigan State University

The Search for Great Ideas: Harnessing creativity to empower innovation (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Discover the secrets behind great business ideas with 'The Search for Great Ideas'. This course teaches you how to harness creativity and observational tools to generate unique business concepts. Evaluate your ideas effectively and transform your passion into a marketable product or service.

Jun 8th 2026

3 Weeks

Business Innovation Entrepreneurship

Coursera

Michigan State University

Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Embark on your entrepreneurial journey with 'Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success'. This introductory course is designed to equip you with the essential thinking skills needed to overcome the obstacles that often deter new business ventures. By adopting a success-oriented mindset, you'll be better prepared to make informed decisions about starting and running your own business. Whether you're just beginning to consider entrepreneurship or are ready to take the first steps towards launching your venture, this course provides valuable insights into re-framing your approach to maximize your chances of achieving success.

Jun 8th 2026

3 Weeks

Startup Entrepreneurship Success

Coursera

Michigan State University

Planning: Principled, Proposing, Proofing, and Practicing to a Success Plan (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Embark on the journey of planning a successful startup or new venture with 'Planning: Principled, Proposing, Proofing, and Practicing to a Success Plan'. This course, inspired by Steven Blank's insights, guides you through the essential steps of proposing, proofing, and practicing your business plan. By the end, you'll have a validated business model that includes assumptions about value proposition, target market, and revenue streams, along with realistic financial projections.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Planning Business Startup

Coursera

Michigan State University

Structure: Building the Frame for Business Growth (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Are you ready to lay a solid foundation for your business? 'Structure: Building the Frame for Business Growth' is an online course designed to equip entrepreneurs with the essential frameworks needed for sustainable business success. This comprehensive program, offered by Coursera, will guide you through critical areas such as leadership, strategy formulation, and organizational structure.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Management Entrepreneurship Intellectual Property

Coursera

Michigan State University

Transmedia Writing (Coursera)

Humanities History

Transform your creative ideas into a compelling transmedia experience with our Transmedia Writing course. Whether you're aiming for a best-selling novel, an award-winning film or TV show, or an engaging video game, this project-centered program will guide you through the process of adapting your original intellectual property across various platforms.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

History Creativity Novel

Coursera

Michigan State University

Write Your First Novel (Coursera)

Humanities

Embark on the journey of becoming an author by enrolling in 'Write Your First Novel'. This comprehensive course, available on Coursera, guides you through the process of conceptualizing, writing, and completing your first novel. Whether you're juggling a full-time job, family responsibilities, or are a student, this course is tailored to fit into your busy schedule.

May 25th 2026

+25 Weeks

Writing Novel Coursera Plus

Coursera

Michigan State University

Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television (Coursera)

Art and Culture

In this comprehensive online course, you'll embark on the journey of writing a complete feature-length screenplay for either film or television. Whether your style is drama, romantic comedy, or something entirely unique, this structured approach will guide you through breaking down the creative process into manageable steps. By the end of the course, you’ll have a polished and ready-to-pitch script that showcases your creativity and storytelling prowess.

May 18th 2026

13-24 Weeks

Writing Creative Writing Filmmaking

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