There are plenty of guides to using Scalar out there. But sometimes they focus more on the technical aspects of the tool rather than on techniques for telling compelling stories with it. So we've compiled a few links that might give you some inspiration, models, tips and tricks to get you started as a digital storyteller.
One of the most prominent thinkers about storytelling is Kurt Vonnegut. The graphic demonstrates his ideology on the shape of a good story. Here is a more in-depth article and video explanation.
Aside from Vonnegut, many other writers have thought about the frameworks you can use when telling your story.
However, there also exist specific resources for digital storytelling, so once you've perused the above links, check these out in order to see what the power of digital media can do for your story!
It’s likely you have come across a really engaging TED talk, or perhaps you have seen a TED talk that discusses this exact topic, storytelling. Regardless, TED is a great resource when thinking about that makes great storytelling! Linked here are some of our favorite TED talks about telling a story.
TL;DR - if all of those links are ~super overwhelming~, we've highlighted some of the most helpful ones to get you started below:
1. The best Scalar resource can be found here.
2. The top 3 storytelling resources can be found with Marshall Ganz's worksheet, Pixar's guide to storytelling, and a comprehensive guide to story structures.
3. The best digital storytelling resources are as follows: how to make an impactful digital story, and examples of different kinds of digital stories.
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Created with images by Sinziana Susa - "untitled image" • Sincerely Media - "Pinky and the Laptop" • Product School - "man speaking on stage blue background hands raised at a conference "