"Stories create community,

enable us to see though the eyes of other people,

and open us to the claims of others."

- Peter Forbes, photographer and author

2.0 Writing the Script

Rather than piecing together random images, video clips or pieces of audio, it is recommended that you first write a complete script. The script is an important document that contains the text of the audio, as well as the accompanying visual references. It's not just about the voice over, it is a communication document. It shows your entire story and lets you examine the strength of the story before getting into the production phase.

This video discusses this essential part of your production process:

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2.0 - Writing the script - Digital Storytelling.pdf

Reference: "The Seven Basic Plots: Why We Tell Stories" by Christopher Booker, 2004

A two-column script is an easy way to write and visualize an audio visual production, and can be done with various types of software, or even pencil and paper. This video explains how and why to use a two-column script:

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*note: the downloadable pdfs that you find after each video is an example of a two-column script that uses actual images. But as show, a description of an image serves the same purpose.

Below is a blank two-column script template for you to use (your choice of file type). One sheet is provided, but use or print as many as you need to write your script:

Two-column Script blank template.pdf

Two-column Script blank template.docx

Two-Column Script blank template.xlsx

2.1 Telling Some Else's Story

Your digital story may be your personal story, with your own narration. But if you plan to tell someone else's story, watch the following video for things to consider:

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2.1 - Telling someone else's story - Digital Storytelling.pdf