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My Mastery Journal

Ma!er’s of Fine A"s

in Creative W#ting

Serina Howard

Mastery: Personal Development & Learning

GoalTo specifically define and then decide precisely what area of my Mastery Journey I will focus on in hopes of pursuing a career in teaching prior to or immediately after graduation.

Strategies & Tactics

* Research careers within the Creative Writing field to discover the different options and levels for teaching. (i.e. grade school, high school, college)

1/12

* Secure an internship/volunteer opportunity with my Alma Mater (Clinton College) in their English department such as a professor’s aid, or substitute professor.

* Inspired by and read: Elementary Teachers’ View on the Creative Writing Process: An Evaluation. Ihttp://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?sid=607cccdf>da85>4d5a>b855>421746a06be9%40sessionmgr4001&vid=6&hid=4106

https://www.flickr.com/photos/rospex/11324209685/

The Art of Visual Storytelling

Goal To successfully use the universal themes and historical narratives to create phenomenalstories, narrative, concepts, etc.


* Familiarize myself with the media formats in the industry.

*Read article: Visual Storytelling by: Sylvia T. Clark http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?sid=607cccdf-da85-4d5a-b855-421746a06be9%40sessionmgr4001&vid=44&hid=4106

2/12

* I’m going to keep everything and apply it to my portfolio.


Script Analysis & Criticism

Goal To perfect my craft as a Master in Creative Writing in hopes of


* I want to learn how to utilize the different styles and critique them.

* Watch Lynda video on Performing Script and Scene Analysis http://www.lynda.com/Video-Video-Editing-tutorials/Performing-script-scene-analysis/120261/147176-4.html

3/12

* I want be able to identify different styles and contacts as well.


Character Creating & Development

GoalTo understand why the psyche of a character is important in developing a character and how that will help me create and develop the best possible character every time.After all, it is just a character right?

Strategies & Tactics* Attend poetry events/open mic in hopes to gain how the author identifies with theircharacters and how well their characters are developed in their piece.

* Read: Review article: Two Contrasting Views on the Historical Authenticity of the Adam Character in the Genesis Creation Narratives http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?sid=607cccdf-da85-4d5a-b855-421746a06be9%40sessionmgr4001&vid=30&hid=4106

4/12

* Studying movies and characters to see and understand how developed or under developed characters maybe and even practice developing those characters as my own practice.


Episodic & Serial Writing

Goal To implement the different episodic elements.


* Review some infamous and successful serial television shows and study the plot, character changes, etc.

* Read: Three Qualities of Episodic TV Series: https://www.writingclasses.com/Products/PubsDetail_Excerpt.php/ExcerptID/593

5/12

* Study scripts from movies, talk shows, television shows. I could use this site to get a head start. http://www.simplyscripts.com


Film Screenwriting

Goal Learn to officially and correctly write a script.


* Study sample scripts.

* Read: Welcome to Film Scriptwriting http://www.filmscriptwriting.com/

6/12

* Practice on my grammar and speaking skills.


Writing for Games

GoalTo have the ability to be able to successfully utilize elements of the fantasy world and incorporate them into my everyday writing or into my screenwriting in hopes of creatingexceptionally unique work.


* Network with gamers within Full Sail to better understand this arena.

* Read: How to Write A Video Game Script: http://www.stormthecastle.com/video-game-design/writing-a-video-game-script.htm

7/12

* Write a small sample script and receive feedback from gamers of different levels such as beginner, intermediate, and expert. Make recommended changes.


Storytelling & Storyboarding for Animation

Goal Use animation and the history of animation to develop characters, story plots, serial writing, etc.


* Compare and contrast animation of older generation and new generation.

* Watch any of these Lynda videos in this category: http://www.lynda.com/Animation-training-tutorials/1288-0.html

8/12

* Familiarize myself with Adobe Edge Animation.


Advanced Script Editing

Goal To thoroughly learn the 4 stages of editing to ensure a successful structure when building onto a story.


* Purchase editing resources.

* Watch Lynda: Up and Running with Adobe Story: http://www.lynda.com/Story-tutorials/Up-Running-Story/108978-2.html?autocompleteMovieId=111763

9/12

* Use peers to proofread my work.


Creative Writing Portfolio I

Goal To gain the knowledge of being able to apply concepts and ideologies learned throughout my Master’s Program to create 1 successful script.

Strategies & Tactics* Begin immediately applying concepts that I have learned in my Bachelor’s program to everyday life, business, and writing. This will get me into the vein of using learned concepts and get use to utilizing information I have learned instead of allowing it to “sit”.

* Read: Create an online portfolio by: Moira Allen http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/detail/detail?sid=607cccdf-da85-4d5a-b855-421746a06be9%40sessionmgr4001&vid=34&hid=4106&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d%3d#db=a9h&AN=10597745

10/12

* View sample portfolios online.


Creative Writing Portfolio II

Goal To maturely handle all constructive feedback and respond with action in my work by making it better.


* Revisit the tools that I received from the class Leadership and Organization Behavior in my Bachelor’s program.

* Ask peers to critique my work and practice on receiving that constructive feedback, and responding by making the necessary changes recommended.

11/12

* Take an online course at Universal Class, Inc. on Constructive Feed back. Tune in to and apply the principals they offer. https://www.universalclass.com/i/course/constructive-feedback-101.htm


The Business of Creative Writing

Goal

To perfect my craft as a Master in Creative Writing in hopes of


* Revisit information, books, articles, etc I received in Business Law in my Bachelor’s program. Keep this information at finger’s tip.

* Throughout my journey maintain a watchful eye on things happening within the industry and reviewing their outcomes, strategies on what went well and what didn’t go so well.

12/12

* Familiarize myself with the National Writer’s Union website. Read articles, etc. http://www.nwu.org

To gain understanding of the business issues I could face upon entering my career, and gain first-hand knowledge on how to thrive in the midst of these issues.


Masters In The IndustryTyler Perry(Actor, Filmmaker, Screenwriter, & Playwriter): Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/tylerperry

David Santo (Screenwriter & Author) Email: [email protected]

Shonda Rhimes (Screenwriter, Director, Producer)https://twitter.com/shondarhimes

J. K. Rowling (Novelist)Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/jk_rowling

T. Rafael Cimino (Head Writer & Producer) AMG/AKULA Films

Email: [email protected] - 704-728-2967

Terri Emerson (Screenwriter)Twitter handle: https://twitter.com/tlynn1019

Clubs & OrganizationsAmerican Christian

Fiction WritersA writers association for writers of Christian novels and stories.

American Society of Journalists and

For independent nonfiction writers and freelancers.

Poetry Society of AmericaAn association of writers who love poetry in all forms. Welcomes published and unpublished poets.

International Women’s Writing GuildAn association of women writers developed for networking and offering mutual support.

Poetry Society of AmericaAn association of writers who love poetry in all forms. Welcomes published and unpublished poets.

Small Publishers, Artists, and Writers NetworkAn inclusive writers group for independent-minded writers, publishers, printers, and members of the media.

Innovative Companies & HeroesC/W Productions

Acapella Pictures

Fireworks Entertainment

Shondaland Productions

Tyler Perry Productions

Grade A Entertainment

Getting Involvedat Full Sail University!

Join the Creative Writing Club of Full Sail - This group will give me insight on the Creative Writing Industry beyond the scope of full sail.

It will also be a great opportunity to learn in the workshops.

Join Christian Filmmakers Group - I think this group will keep me grounded to my spirituality. It is my goal, in regardless of what

profession I go into or the work that I create that I always remember: “God Over Everything”

Participate in GPS Writing Workshops - These workshops cover the simple yet critical information that is sometime not covered

in courses or on-the-job trainings. Yet, they are essential because sometimes it can be the little things that make

our lives easier or unnecessarily difficult.

Characteristics of A MentorConsistently keeps abreast with current trends in writing and

production.

Acknowledges their faith

Thick- Skinned

Writes Un-apologetically

Innovative & Unique Work

Deliberately passionate and it shows in their work.

Solid Writing Skills

Patient

Specify My Mastery

Graduation

Career!Secure Internship

Be Teachable

Network with Animators & Gamers

First Screen-write/Script

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