An Introduction to Supersize Your Story

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3 Weeks

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Cohort-based Course

The most low-risk, high impact way to start writing your story, with confidence - fast!

Previously at

YouTube
BAFTA
Warner Bros.
London Film School
BBC

Course overview

Elevate your storytelling prowess and ignite your writing career!

After going through An Introduction to Supersize Your Story 4-week program you will:


o Understand the different ways to expand your story so that you can start to write confidently, with a clear focus.


o Be able to make your story & the opportunity for it bigger than you currently think it is.


o Have insights into refining and tightening the thematic premise, the heart, of your story.


o Understand why you want to tell this story - why now, why you?


o Have an awareness of who you're telling your story to, closing in on your audience, whilst also widening and broadening your potential reach.


o Be excited to start skyrocketing your opportunities and attract creative partnerships as a writer.


o Identify the 10 tips for building evergreen, robust storyworlds.


o and more!

Who is this course for :

01

Writers & Storytellers

who are hungry to hone their craft, want a deep-dive into story and understand their audiences.

02

Producers

looking to supercharge their projects, create fresh, captivating stories and skyrocket their projects success.

03

Novelists 

excited to elevate their storytelling and stand out in a crowded market by unleashing the power of their stories.

04

Ad agency execs

aiming to revolutionise campaigns and connect with consumers on a deeper level.

05

Development execs

who need to refine thematic premises, unlock narrative potential and craft compelling narratives.

You are in the right place if:

You want to attract interest and enquiries about your story.

Captivating interest and inquiries about your story is essential.

Compelling narratives not only engage audiences but also spark curiosity and drive action.

Crafting stories that resonate is key to standing out and making an impact.

You want to stand out from the noise!

In today's crowded landscape, standing out is essential.

Cut through the noise with your unique voice and message.

Dare to be different, and be remembered.

You're ready to commit to getting your story mapped and written!

Ready to turn your story idea into reality?

Committing to mapping and writing your narrative is the vital next step.

It's the key to unlocking your story's potential and captivating your audience.

Embrace this commitment, and watch your ideas come to life on the page.

You want an introduction to learning how to make a big impact with your novel / tv series / film / game / brand and be discovered.

Seeking an entry point to make a big impact with your story?

An introduction to learning the ropes is your first step toward discovery.

Dive in, and begin your journey toward making a significant impression in your chosen field.

You want a new reality as a writer!

Seeking a fresh reality as a writer?

Embrace the journey of transformation and open new doors to your creative potential.

It's time to redefine your narrative and step into a world where your stories come to life in exciting ways.

You know you have a fantastic story premise or concept, but everyday life is getting in the way of writing it.

It's time to reclaim your creative momentum.

Don't let life get in the way of bringing your captivating ideas to fruition.

Dive in and turn your compelling premise into reality.

This course includes

4 interactive live sessions

Lifetime access to course materials

30 in-depth lessons

Direct access to instructor

Projects to apply learnings

Guided feedback & reflection

Private community of peers

Course certificate upon completion

Maven Satisfaction Guarantee

This course is backed by Maven’s guarantee. You can receive a full refund within 14 days after the course ends, provided you meet the completion criteria in our refund policy.

Course syllabus

Week 1

Jan 6—Jan 12

    Jan

    6

    Module 1 : Ways to Supersize Your Story

    Mon 1/67:00 PM—8:30 PM (UTC)

    Module 1 : Ways to Supersize Your Story

    7 items

Week 2

Jan 13—Jan 19

    Jan

    13

    Module 2 : Understanding the Heart of Your Story

    Mon 1/137:00 PM—8:30 PM (UTC)

Week 3

Jan 20—Jan 26

    Jan

    20

    Module 3 : How to Tell a Story Across Mediums

    Mon 1/207:00 PM—8:30 PM (UTC)

Week 4

Jan 27

    Jan

    27

    Module 4 : How to Build a Storyworld

    Mon 1/277:00 PM—8:30 PM (UTC)

Post-course

    Next Steps

    2 items

    Module 2 : Understanding the Heart of Your Story

    6 items

    Module 3 : How to Tell a Story Across Mediums

    6 items

    Module 4 : How to Build a Storyworld

    7 items

Bonus

    BONUS : Your Supersize Your Story Roadmap

    2 items

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Meet your instructor

Dr. Alison Norrington

Dr. Alison Norrington

Dr. Alison Norrington is a world-building storyteller, writer/producer, experience designer, author and founder of storycentral, a London-based global entertainment studio that incubates and develops ground-breaking properties, working with filmmakers, writers, brands, publishers, broadcasters, storytellers and theme parks on incubating new franchises, participative experiences, story architecture, mythology and planning, prototyping, audience development & engagement and utilizing social media.

Alison is also founder of Supersize Your Story, an acclaimed online program that enables writers, producers and creative minds to develop their concept and develop it to its full potential with an ultimate goal to pitch to the entertainment industry.

She is an Honorary Doctor of Arts and has contributed to academic papers and entertainment/storytelling publications. Alison is a best-selling novelist, screenwriter, playwright, journalist, story/script consultant. Over her 25+year career she has worked with SundanceTV, CBS Interactive, Walt Disney Imagineering, FOX International, AMC Networks, BBC, McCann, Coca Cola, DeBeers Group of Companies, UK Metropolitan Police Force, Schleich GmbH, European Broadcasting Union, Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre.  She works as a writer and script consultant for film and television and a consultant on story, worldbuilding and experience design. She has worked with brands such as Ford Motor Company, DeBeers and Forevermark and Disney Brands & Media Partnerships as a strategist and writer. She is a creative and business mentor for a series of Creative UK programs across Development, Storytelling, Business Planning and Production.

She is co-host of The Story Hour podcast, which explores the intersection of storytelling and technology and is a 2x TEDx Speaker. She is featured on the BAFTA Guru series, Conference Chair for StoryWorld Conference & Expo, is a member of The Writers Guild of Great Britain and Women in Film & TV.

Alison is an advocate for entrepreneurship and an inspirational and motivational speaker with her heart firmly in story and her feet firmly on the ground.

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Course schedule

4-6 hours per week

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays

    1:00pm - 2:00pm EST

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  • May 7, 2022

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  • Weekly projects

    2 hours per week

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Learning is better with cohorts

Learning is better with cohorts

Active hands-on learning

This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects

Interactive and project-based

You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams

Learn with a cohort of peers

Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you

Frequently Asked Questions

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Join an upcoming cohort

An Introduction to Supersize Your Story

Cohort 7

$207

Dates

Jan 6—27, 2025

Payment Deadline

Jan 5, 2025
Get reimbursed

$207

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