CHARACTER CREATION

Often times, great characters are the thing audiences remember most about a great story! But what makes a "great" character? Who will audiences relate to and cheer on as they navigate the ups and downs of the narrative? Additionally, who are the other characters that surround the protagonist? In what ways does the cast support, influence and derail the protagonist?

Check out the various elements below to learn more:

READ - Tree Drawing Meanings

According to some psychological research, you can learn a lot about a person by the way he or she draws a tree. The size, shape, placement and adornments of tree drawings can provide insights into the drawer's personality. Click the LEARN MORE button to interpret your tree drawing.

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READ - Character Points

Click the READ NOW button to review the many personality points you should address when developing a new character for a story.

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WATCH - How to Write Great Characters

Writer / Director Seth Worley lays out a few tips on Writing Great Characters and how you should use yourself as a guide (or not). Click the WATCH NOW button to check it out.

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WATCH - Characterization

This tuturial covers the core elements of building dramatic characters for your screenplay. Creating characters is deeper than just giving a character a goal and an obstacle... Click the WATCH NOW button to check it out.

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WATCH - Developing Character Arcs

StudioBinder breaks down the WHO, WHAT and WHERE of character development and will help you flesh out your character. Click the WATCH NOW button to check it out.

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CREATE - Character Profile

Use the following form to brainstorm your protagonist and bring them to life by providing personality, beliefs, quirks and backstory. Click the CREATE NOW button to begin.

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WRITE - Cast Design

Use the following form to brainstorm the main members of your cast in a way that will bring out the most from your protagonist. Click the WRITE NOW button to begin.

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