Script+Development

The first step in digital storytelling is to begin with script development and storyboarding.
This is the heart and soul of the digital story and the script for the voiceover which gives your story personality and style. Before you begin you need to “find” the story you want to tell. It could be very personal or assigned for a class project. This first step is the most important and the one that takes the longest. This is where the "meat" of the story is created using the crafts of writing to make it interesting, compelling, and special. Don't sell yourself short here - take your time and write a script of which you are very proud. It’s a great idea to read your story aloud so you can hear your voice coming through. Don't be afraid to make as many changes as necessary to make the story your own.

Here are Bernajean Porter's recommended story elements: Take Six

Once the script is written and practiced, determine where the “breaks” are going to be. This is where you will change images and start and stop the voiceover. Having a storyboard will make this step much more manageable. The storyboard is your "blueprint," or plan. Remember - the more time you spend planning up front, the less time you will spend making changes and re-recording later.

Here are some sample storyboards:

from Bernajean Porter's Digitales website: Storyboarding Template from Robin Cranson, K, Mitchell Elementary: from Dodie Sale, T/L, Witt Elementary: from Dodie Sale, T/L, Witt Elementary:

The next step is ImageCapturing