Script Writing for Nonfiction Video

Learn how to write a script for a corporate project, documentary film, or any other nonfiction video project.

Introduction

• Welcome
• Using the exercise files

1. Creating and Engaging Nonfiction Stories

• Why and how do nonfiction stories engage?
• Motivating viewers
• The benefits of scripting before you shoot

2. Defining Story Goals

• Who cares about this story and why?
• Defining success measures
• How goal and style connect
• Writing within an existing brand architecture

3. Building Your Story Structure

• Developing primary and secondary characters
• The role of setting
• Defining point of view
• Determining style

4. Creating a Narrative Arc

• Developing a hook
• The role of exposition
• Defining a challenge
• Defining a climax
• Conclusion, conflict resolution, or call to action

5. Scripting Workflow

• The outline
• The script treatment
• The shooting script
• The editing script
• Interview transcript workflow
• The script workflow checklist and tips

6. Scripting Strategies

• Assessing opportunities and threats
• Involving decision makers
• Writing before interviews have occurred
• Throwing out your script

7. Script Writing Tools and Formats

• Hollywood screenplay format and software
• Multicolumn format and software
• Creating a script template
• Helpful tools

8. Tips for Script Pitches and Approvals

• Using storyboards
• Managing reviews
• Planning to multipurpose your content
• Future proofing

Conclusion

• Goodbye