World Building and Story Design

Ignite Your Creative Spark with StoryWorlds & IP – an interdisciplinary approach to shaping, building and identifying the business of your story.


Ciocca Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in collaboration with English and Communication Departments present StoryWorlds and IP, an immersive Workwith screenwriter and producer, Malarie Howard ’14.


This workshop is designed for students who want to develop and grow essential skills and knowledge required to construct immersive and captivating fictional worlds that resonate with a global audience. Through lectures and collaborative activities, students will not only ignite their creative spark but also develop practical techniques, applicable across various creative industries.


Story. Create. Build. Connect.


Acquire the skills applicable to various creative roles within the entertainment industry including films, video, theatre, television, gaming, podcast, literature and more.

Enhance Creativity: Cultivate the ability to blend critical and creative thinking
Collaboration: Learn how to collaborate in a group setting, exchange ideas, and
provide constructive feedback.
Pitch Proficiency: Gain expertise in presenting and communicating complex ideas to
industry professionals.
Understand the business side, the IP of your work and current trends
Network Building: Forge connections with fellow participants and the instructor.
Construct immersive and fascinating fictional worlds