Advanced Storytelling for Scientists

So, you’ve mastered the three act structure. You’re a hero with the Hero’s Journey. You’re comfortable being the protagonist and narrator. Now you might be asking; ‘what’s next?’

This is a training course for those wanting to push the boundaries of how science is done, and even redefine the genres of science writing and presenting altogether.

In it, we’ll discuss advanced story structures and shapes, experiment with character choice and point-of-view, and borrow tools from creative writing to engage audiences like never before. 

In the final part, which I’m calling ‘Fucking Shit Up’, I’ll challenge you to not just think outside the box for how to communicate your science, but put the box in a blender, re-pulp it and mould it into something entirely new.

These advanced skills are aimed at helping you communicate via:

• Public engagement

• Writing for the public

• Giving presentations

• Writing papers

• Writing PhD theses

• Interacting with the media

I’ve been pushing at the boundaries of traditional science communication for a decade, through stand-up comedy, demo-filled live shows and creating a unique blend of autobiographical popular science writing as a published author. 

The course is split into four parts with some time in between for reflection and development of your ideas. Numbers will be kept deliberately small to allow for discussion, debate and tailored and feedback workshopping. 

To attend this course, you should have attended my introductory Storytelling for Scientists training, or have been working in science communication for a number of years.

Pilot Course

I’m running a heavily discounted pilot version of this course on Monday afternoons in September / October 2023. You’ll be expected to participate in all four sessions and offer feedback for changes and improvements.

Dates:
Monday 25th September 3-5pm (BST)
Monday 2nd October 3-5pm (BST)
BREAK
Monday 16th October 3-5pm (BST)
Monday 23rd October 3-5pm (BST)

Price: £200 £40