Scriptwriting & Storyboard

What Makes a Story Work?

  • A story becomes engaging when it has a clear structure and purpose:

    • Not just a series of events: A story is a journey involving a character and a problem.

    • Understanding basic elements helps analyze and create better stories.

Parts of a Story

  • Most stories are built using the following elements:

    • Character

    • Setting

    • Conflict

    • Goal

    • Resolution

  • These elements appear in various formats:

    • Films

    • Games

    • Advertisements

    • Real-life situations

1. Character

  • Definition: The character is the person, animal, or figure that the story follows.

  • Role: This character wants something and experiences change throughout the story.

  • Importance: A strong character helps the audience connect emotionally with the story.

2. Setting

  • Definition: The setting tells us where and when the story happens.

  • Role: It helps create the mood and influences the events of the story.

  • Importance: A well-defined setting makes the story more believable and immersive.

3. Conflict

  • Definition: Conflict is the problem or challenge that the character must face.

  • Role: It creates tension and gives the story direction.

  • Importance: Without conflict, the story feels incomplete or uninteresting.

4. Goal

  • Definition: The goal is what the character wants to achieve or obtain.

  • Role: It provides a reason for the character to act and move forward.

  • Importance: The audience becomes invested in whether this goal will be reached.

5. Resolution

  • Definition: The resolution shows how the conflict is solved and how the story ends.

  • Role: It reveals whether the character succeeds or fails.

  • Importance: This part gives closure and meaning to the story.

Story Structure

  • Why Story Structure Matters

    • Helps the audience follow what is happening in a clear and engaging way

    • Gives direction to the character’s journey and builds emotional connection

The Simplest Story Structure

  1. Beginning

  • Introduces the main character and the world they live in