Remember Pacman, Super Mario Bros Pong? Even if you've never played a video game, everyone knows about those video game classics. It's obvious that someone must have sat down and wrote the concept or idea for those games, but did you know that screenwriters are hired to write many of today's biggest video games? As video games have evolved, gamers expect more than great graphics, they demand more scenarios, dimensional characters and compelling story lines. The story and writing behind it has become one of the most compelling parts of today's video games. I know that whenever I decide to pick up a new game, an exciting storyline always keeps me playing because I just want to know what happens next. Talented screenwriters are sought out to ensure the content meets gamers' high expectations and keeps them hungry for more!
On that note, the Toronto Screenwriting Conference is proud to announce that Kevin Shortt will be speaking at this year's conference. If you check out Kevin Shortt's IMDB Page, you will notice that his writing credits include the video games based on Avatar and Lost. Kevin will be talking at the conference about his experience writing for games and what it takes to become a game writer like him.
Kevin Shortt talks about the development of the Avatar video game:
You can register to see Kevin Shortt speak at the TSC 2011 right here.
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