Crafting Stories for Virtual Reality

We are witnessing a revolution in storytelling. Publications all over the world are increasingly using immersive storytelling–virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality–to tell compelling stories. The aim of this book is to distill the lessons learned thus far into a useful guide for reporters, filmmakers and writers interested in telling stories in this emerging medium. Examining ground-breaking work across industries, this text explains, in practical terms, how storytellers can create their own powerful immersive experiences as new media and platforms emerge. Table of Contents: Introduction: Evolution of Media: Where Are We Now? Section I: Context 1 Why Tell Immersive Stories? 2 Pivot Point Section II: Immersive Media and Storytelling Styles 3 Immersive Narratives and News Clouds over Sidra Climbing Giants We Who Remain Limbo The Occupation of Alcatraz Euronews VRtually There 4 Walk-Around Virtual Reality Kiya After Solitary Suite Life Displaced Witness 5 Immersive Interactives Discovering Gale Crater Is the Nasdaq in Another Bubble? Testimony UTurn Blackout 6 Mixed-Media Packages Stand at the Edge of Geologic Time Overheard The Call Center Capturing Everest Hell and High Water The Wall 7 Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality Priya Shakti Optimism Outthink Hidden New Dimensions in Testimony Hello, We’re from the Internet Olympians in AR Terminal 3 8: Immersive Audio Hallelujah VR Reeps One: Does Not Exist Designing Audio for Games Section III: Bringing It All Together 9 Storytelling without Close-Ups: The Big Picture 10 Viewing Mode, Form and Content: Best Practices 11 Additional Features and Emerging Technology 12 Immersive Media and News 13 The State of Platforms and Publishing 14 Looking Forward Glossary Index