Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class

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Outline & Course Information

ThinkB!G Exclusive LogoDuration & Times: 2 Days – 8:30AM-3:00PM EST

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Course Description: In this hands-on, two-day Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production training course, you will learn the entire video production workflow. You will gain real world experience throughout this workflow from start to finish. Starting with storytelling techniques on creating and crafting your story, designing your storyboard to provide a visual roadmap for your production, and ending with script writing. This course is designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge needed in thinking through and organizing your video productions. This course is useful for Video Professionals using applications such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro X, Avid, and for eLearning Professionals using applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, and Camtasia.

Prerequisites: Students must have a good working knowledge of computers, operating systems, using a mouse, keyboard, standard menus and commands.

Required Technical Set-Up:
• Primary computer connected to a second monitor OR second computer to view instructor live
• Reliable High-speed internet connection
• Web Browser: Google Chrome Preferred (Alternative: Microsoft Edge)
• 3-Button Computer mouse
• Audio Speaker/Microphone (built-in to computer or external)

Job Roles That Use Storytelling & Script Writing:
Communication Professionals
Content Creators
Video Professionals
eLearning Developers

Projects That Use Storytelling & Script Writing:
Producing Storyboards and Scripts
Creating Workflows for Video Pre & Post Production
Designing eLearning Course Content

Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Course Outline

1. Overview of Video Production Workflow
Understanding the Stages of Production
Using the Rapid Media Technique (RMT) for Video Production
• Educational
• Promotional
• Informational
• Documentary
• Entertainment (Video).
Why Write a Script?
Message Layers in Video Production

2. Storytelling 
Choosing an Idea
Theme
Structure
Drama and Conflict
Casting Characters
Creating Empathy
Villains
Endings
Storytelling, what is it?
Storytelling as a Communications Tool
Crafting and Telling the Story
Media Communication Basics
Video Psychology & Information Processing
Implications for Video Writers
Brainstorming
Lessons from Myths and Movies
Stories as Script Content

3. Storyboarding 
Types of Storyboards
A Visual Roadmap for the Story
Script Breakdown & Storyboards
RMT & Storyboarding before Scripting
Rendering: Little Drawings, Big Ideas
Tools for Storyboarding: The Humble Pencil & The Simple Sharpie
Numbering and Inserting Shots
Composition: Screen Direction and Visual Logic
What the Camera Sees: Deep and Wide
Framing Heights and Angles
Movement

4. Script Writing 
The Script: Writing for Picture
Spoken word in video
Writing for Picture
Principles of Writing video scripts
Writing Aurally
Write Conversationally
Script Layout
Picture-word relationship
Tone
Sentence construction
Words & Word Types
Verbs, Nouns & Adverbs

Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.

Software Versions: ThinkB!G open enrollment classes are taught on the most current version of software whenever possible. To request a specific version, please Contact Us or call us at 301-362-2250.

What You Get
  • Instructor Led Hands-On Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Certified Instructors that are Senior Consultants
  • Digital Official Curriculum Courseware (Not Used During Class) & Personal Use of Class Recording for Limited Time
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Remote Access to ThinkB!G Class Computer with Software licenses & Class Files Pre-Installed for Use During Training--No Installs or Downloads
  • Instructor's Real-Time View of ThinkB!G Class Computer Screen for Immediate Live Interactive Support
  • If Certification Training is Selected, It May Include a Test Prep Tool, Testing Voucher with Free Retake, and Proctor Fee (if taken with ThinkB!G Virtually)
  • Note: IT Support is Available to Pre-Flight Virtual Class Set Up Before & During Training
Pricing

Public Enrollment Training Pricing

Commercial Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $795
GSA/Government Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $640.81
Non-Profit/Education Price Per Person 2-Day Class: $745


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Custom Private Training

We offer this course as Custom Private Training or Project Based Training®!

If you have a team of individuals, you can receive bulk discounts by doing your own Private training session & cover your specific learning objectives!

What's Included?

  • Custom Outline to include Targeted Topics Based on Your Learning Needs
  • Instructor Led Hands-On Virtual Online Live Training (VOLT™) & Certification
  • Training Delivered from Certified Instructors that are Senior Consultants
  • Official Curriculum Courseware & Personal Use of Class Recording for Limited Time
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Remote Access to ThinkB!G Class Computer with Software licenses & Class Files Pre-Installed for Use During Training--No Installs or Downloads
  • Instructor's Real-Time View of ThinkB!G Class Computer Screen for Immediate Live Interactive Support
  • If Certification Training is Selected, It May Include a Test Prep Tool, Testing Voucher with Free Retake, and Proctor Fee (if taken with ThinkB!G Virtually)
  • Note: IT Support is Available to Pre-Flight Virtual Class Set Up Before & During Training

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Policies

Payment Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training class.

 

Payment Policy for Private & Project Based Training® Classes

Payment and/or Purchase Order is required 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to first date of training service.  Pricing provided is firm fixed price based on number of students.  Client is responsible for entire amount regardless of change in number of registrations.

 

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Public Enrollment Classes

  • Classes may be canceled if less than 4 students are registered. We will notify you of cancellations no later than 16 business days prior to class.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling more than 16 business days prior to class: You are eligible for a refund or free reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • Canceling/Rescheduling less than 16 business days prior to class: No refund. No Reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student for the same class & date.
  • No Shows without contact: No refund. No Reschedule.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Custom/Private and On-Site Training Classes

  • No penalty if cancellation/reschedule is 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class.
  • 50% penalty will be incurred if cancellation/reschedule is less than 16 Business Days (Monday-Friday) prior to the first date of class. This fee is to cover instructor expenses, travel, and course materials purchased.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy for Individual Students in Custom/Private Training Classes

  • Individual students registered in a private class, who cancel or do not show, are not eligible for a partial refund or reschedule. Registration is transferable to another student. Please contact your class organizer or manager if you need to cancel. 
Reviews

Average Review: 4.55 out of 5 - 20 Reviews

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Think BIG Provides Excellent Training!
Think BIG provides excellent training and the ability to take no matter where you are. -DOD, Lisa (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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This Course Lays The Foundation To Quickly Navigate!
Storytelling is a subjective matter and it's too easy to fall out of touch with what is current and relative or how to utilize older concepts into new processes. This course lays the foundation to quickly navigate this. -DMA, Shanice (PVT Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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I Learned Alot About Reimaging!
The training was great. I learned a lot about how to reimagine an in-person course for a virtual environment. -DINFOS, Dorlinda (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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I Absolutely Love Think BIG training!
I absolutely love Think BIG training. Top-notch instruction. This latest class was the best so far. The flow was perfect for our group. -DINFOS, Alicia(Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Think BIG Help You To Achieve Your Training Goals!
ThinkBig is an awesome partner in training! They will partner with you to help you not only identify your training needs but customize training if they don't already have existing training that will help you achieve your training goals. -DINFOS, Christine (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Great Instructor & Wonderful Support Staff!
Enjoyed the class. A lot of good information, a great instructor, and a wonderful support staff. -DOD, Shannon (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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It Was Very Easy To Learn!
It was very easy to learn from the instructor, and it was easy for me to understand. -DOD, Dylon (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Thanks For The Great Experience!
Thanks for the great experience to learn a little about the film-making world even though it does not directly apply to my work. I will utilize the tools learned. -FDA, Melissa (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Think BIG Is A Leader In The Field Of Customized Training!
Think BIG is a leader in the field of customized training for groups and individuals interested in multimedia production. -DOD, David (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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The Script Writing Class With Think BIG Was Great!
The Script Writing class with Think BIG was great. It was a great reminder of how important and necessary the script writing process is. -DMA, Eric (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Think BIG Is my Go-To Source for Training!
Think BIG is my 'go-to' source for training. They have so many interesting topics to choose from, and I want to take them all. I could practically live there. -Independent, Douglas (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Extremely Helpful Overall!
Great people helping with the computer set up and extremely helpful overall. -Independent, Mellizza (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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It Was Always Constructive Feedback That Focused On Learning!
It was so nice to have someone experienced give detailed feedback while going through the training. It was always constructive feedback that focused on learning. -DMA, Philip (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)
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Knowledgeable Instructors!
The Instructor is very knowledgeable about the scriptwriting process. Great instructor. 10/10. -DMA, Lindsay (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production)
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Instructor And Think BIG Staff Provided Outstanding Support!
Storytelling and Script Writing for Video was an outstanding class. I learned how to write a treatment and then develop a script for a video product. The instructor was outstanding, and the Think Big staff provided outstanding technical support at every step along the way. I cannot recommend this course enough. -DINFOS, Aaron (Storytelling and Script Writing for Video Production)
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Think BIG Provided An Excellent Virtual Environment!
ThinkBig has provided an excellent virtual environment for my needs. They thought of every possible solution to deliver first-rate training during these trying times. Most importantly, ThinkBig has the knack for finding the best instructors for the job. -DINFOS, Sean (Storytelling)
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Great Class Size!
Love the staff and facilities. Great class size." - Natasha M., DOD (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production)
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Friendly Place to Learn Outstanding Skills!
"Think BIG is a convenient, friendly place to learn outstanding skills!" – Susan P., U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services DHS (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production)
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Consistently High Quality Training!
"Think BIG provides consistently high-quality training." - Theresa G., DOD (Storytelling & Script Writing for Video Production)
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Instructor Grabbed Attention of All Experience Levels
"Our trainer had a great style for teaching adults. She knew there were many experience levels in the room so she pitched it in a way that grabbed everyone's attention. She is also very clear in her delivery of material." - Alicia W. - LIRS (Custom Storyboarding Training Course)