Growing worlds: Turning stories into games

Come and hear award-winning US novelist, TV and games writer Matt Costello talk about the key ingredients for planning, writing, designing and structuring a compelling game.

He will be joined by Melbourne based games and TV writer Joe Velikovsky and LAMP Director Gary Hayes. 

So what makes a great game and what skills do creators of these experiences need in order to develop compelling, commercially viable content for the future?

A seminar, interview and workshop for story-tellers interested in adapting their work for games.

Seminar participants get to:

• Learn about the latest innovations in emerging media from leading practitioners 
• Take part in brainstorming exercises designed to promote innovative thinking 
• Explore the emerging opportunities of online media to enrich creative projects 
• Stay up to date with the latest cutting edge work in web 2.0, mobile media, advanced TV, games and virtual worlds

Attendees will also have the opportunity to workshop stories and games in a rapid development session. This is a must-attend seminar and workshop for creative writers, producers and broadcasters of every flavour who are considering turning their stories into console, online or casual games.

Presented by AFTRS LAMP, Australia Council’s Story of the Future and Screen Tasmania.

Places are limited – book online now to secure your place: http://www.aftrs.edu.au/courses/industryshortcourses/findacourse/growingworlds-turningstoriesintogames.aspx?iteration_id=5566&PEPICourseID=257

Date: 28-May-2008
Location: Hobart, Tasmania 
Duration: Half day 1.30-5.00pm. Afternoon tea included.  
Course Fee: $60
Booking Deadline: 14-May-2008