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Session ThreeThe Mechanics of Writing
Session Three
By the end of this workshop you will have developed; an
understanding of the role of writer’s voice, and the ability to
use it to reach your desired audience, within the context of
a well written story.
This will be achieved by:
Defining your audience
Creating a writers voice and developing your own style.
The Do’s and Don’ts of writing
WHO ARE YOU
COMMUNICATING WITH?
Consider who makes you ideal audience?
Writing for an audience tips:
Don’t write for too narrow or too broad an audience
Consider the impact of voice, language, tone and delivery
method
WRITERS VOICE
Elements of Writers Voice
Elements of Voice
Language – slang, young, old, formal
Tone – Sarcastic, ironic, smug, powerful, informative,
opinionated, arrogant.
Mood – Sombre, optimistic, questioning, impatient.
Elements of Voice
Rhythm – Easy going, relaxing, upbeat, fast paced.
Pitch – hysterical, laid back, shouting, downbeat
Style – Enquiring, thoughtful, reflective, opinionated,
uncompromising, demanding, authoritative
Good Writing - Recap
Is authentic
Has a distinct voice
Is understood by its target audience
Seeks to entertain, inform, persuade or all 3
YOUR ONLINE IDENTITY
Choosing a name.
A name for your online identity
Every voice needs a name. Your online voice is no
different.
You name should:
• Reflect your site’s contents, or your online persona’s writing
style
• Be memorable and ‘attractive’
• Be appropriate for use across all social media
DO’S AND DON’TS OF
WRITING
Do’s & Don’ts of Writing
Generating ideas:
Do carry a journal
Do read as much as you can
Do write something that resonates with you.
Do’s & Don’ts of Writing
Developing the skill:
Do develop your understanding of the dynamics of
language
Do seek to understand the rules of good grammar
Don’t forget to use punctuation
Don’t worry if it’s not perfect the first time
Do solicit feedback
Don’t try to please everyone who gives you feedback - not
everyone’s tastes are the same.
Do’s & Don’ts of Writing
Refining your writing:
Avoid empty adverbs
Watch out for repeats – pet words you use, over and over
and over again
Avoid flat colourless writing
Don’t add suffixes!!!
Telling is not as powerful as showing! – Describe!
Do’s & Don’ts of Writing
Trim fat – fatty words, fatty phrases, & fatty repetition
Avoid using too much jargon
Acronyms count as jargon
Use the right words. Precision is important. Vague words
can be misinterpreted.
Do’s & Don’ts of Writing
Ensuring Productivity:
Don’t check social media during your writing time .
EDITING YOUR STORY
Editing – Key ideas:
The 24 hour rule - Let it sit.
Edit for structure & content first then spelling and grammar
later.
Reduce your word count.
Don’t over edit
Review
Today we have covered:
Defining your audience
Creating a writers voice and developing your own style.
The Do’s and Don’ts of writing
You should now have; an understanding of the role of
writer’s voice, and the ability to use it to reach your desired
audience, within the context of a well written story.
Next Steps
Tasks:
1. Access the WIKI and review this session’s material.
There are many tasks throughout the WIKI.
2. Write and edit your first story
Next session
An Introduction to Social Media
• How Social Media Works
• Understanding different social media platforms:
• How to set up an account
• Understanding Terms & Conditions
• The role of different forms of communication in Social
Media