Tips on Script Writing for Corporate Video

Introduction

Hey, you should ask me what I'm doing.

What are you doing?

I am script writing for my video which we are going to be shooting very, very soon. I guess we haven’t done anything on script writing before—unless maybe we have and I’m just not remembering. Well then, we’re going to do today's article on script writing.

Different Approaches to Script Writing

Script writing is definitely a process, and people like to approach it in various ways. The degree to which you script can also vary significantly. For instance, some prefer using point form notes, while others, like Tim, script out every single word and try to memorize it as best as they can. There are also people who fall somewhere in between these two methods.

My Approach to Script Writing

Here’s how I usually go about script writing:

Break it into High-level Blocks: Start by identifying the major sections or high-level ideas you want to cover. In my case, I'm discussing various shots, so I list down each shot I want to talk about. These naturally become the blocks of my script.
Start Writing: Once I have these blocks laid out, I start writing, ensuring that it all flows together cohesively.

The Importance of Reading Your Script Aloud

One really important tip I learned from Casey is to read your script out loud. You might think there's no difference between reading it silently and reading it aloud, but if you're the one who will be speaking, you'll quickly spot phrases that might trip you up or sections that just don’t sound right when spoken.

Editing While Reading Aloud

During the read-aloud phase, you often find yourself making a lot of changes. I do this consistently, and so does Casey. We’ve had several instances where reading a script out loud made us realize certain parts just didn’t make sense. Therefore, always read your scripts out loud.

Conclusion

Script writing is really cool and fun. It’s a great exercise in creativity and organization, and anyone interested in making videos should just start writing scripts. Happy scriptwriting!

Keywords

Script writing
Corporate video
High-level blocks
Point form notes
Read aloud
Editing
Creativity
Organization

FAQ

Q: What’s the first step in script writing? A: The first step is to break your script into high-level blocks or the main ideas you want to cover.

Q: How do you know if a script flows well? A: Reading your script out loud can help identify any awkward phrases or areas where the flow is off.

Q: Is it necessary to script every single word? A: It depends on your style. Some prefer detailed scripts while others use point form notes.

Q: Why is reading a script out loud recommended? A: Reading aloud helps catch potential trip-ups and phrases that don’t sound right when spoken.

Q: What should you do after reading the script out loud? A: Make the necessary changes to improve clarity and flow based on what you’ve read aloud.