Game changing technology and interactive skills on our media production course

23 June 2023

On the media production degree at Solent, we don’t just teach linear filmmaking skills we also get our students to explore new and emerging technologies that enable us to tell interactive stories. Learning how to create interactive storytelling using available platforms and technologies is a game-changer for our students. At Solent, we have partnered with Stornaway.io to give students the opportunity to discover new skills and tell stories in new ways.

First off, interactive storytelling is all about engaging your audience in a whole new way. It's not just about sitting back and watching; it's about actively participating and making choices that shape the story. By making interactive drama productions, students learn how to captivate people through immersive experiences.

Now, let's talk about the practical side. Learning interactive storytelling opens up exciting career paths. Think about it: video games, virtual reality, augmented reality, interactive movies—the possibilities are endless! Companies are constantly looking for talented storytellers who can create engaging and interactive content.

But wait, there's more! Learning interactive storytelling is loads of fun. Imagine crafting narratives where your audience can explore different paths, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden secrets. It's like being the mastermind behind a thrilling adventure.

So, if you want to unlock a world of opportunities, express your creativity, and have a blast along the way, dive into interactive storytelling. It's a skill that takes our students skills development to the next level. You can see for yourself with the film below produced by a group of second year students.

Death by Detention

Alex, a troubled teenager who takes care of her seriously ill mother after her father left them gets into trouble and lands in detention. Finding her mother‘s vital medicine in her backpack, she is faced with a difficult decision: should she try to escape or not? With time running out, will she make the right choices to save her mother's life?

Isis Jonker, Kaitlyn Robinson, Samantha Stangl, Monika Volfova

https://player.stornaway.io/watch/df302b1f

Let the storytelling magic begin!