Creators’ Room

Course content.
The “Creators’ Room” is the modern version of the classic “Writers’ Room” (a common term in the film world). As an introduction, you will acquire sound knowledge in the field of cross-media storytelling. You will analyze well-known storyworlds and take a closer look at national and international case studies. Through the exchange with authors and producers, you will gain insights into their creative processes. The focus is on how complex narrative worlds can be developed in an interdisciplinary team rather than individually.

In a second phase, you will develop your own storyworld in a team. This will be used to develop concepts for audiovisual projects, all of which will be set in this storyworld. The focus here is on the collective creative process. We move in all genres and on different platforms – from comics to podcasts to series for streaming services or social media, anything is possible. Your concepts will be sketched out and presented in the form of a pitch to industry experts.

The minor is offered in both German and English by the Film and Cast / Audiovisual Media degree programme. It is aimed at students at the bachelor's and master's level and is open to all departments. The course is offered every two years on a rotating basis. 

Skills acquired in the course.
–  Developing communication skills
–  Creative techniques
–  Target group-oriented development
–  Collaborative writing processes
–  Prototyping / piloting
–  Presentation skills  

Admissions requirements.
The minor “Creators’ Room” is open to all ZHdK students. You are creative, eager to experiment and enjoy storytelling. You have a broad general knowledge, you love to research and immerse yourself in new worlds. You enjoy working in a team with other creatives and you are curious to explore new forms of storytelling and to engage with existing viewing and listening habits. You enjoy developing for an audience and you are not averse to pop culture.  

In addition, you have these qualities: 
–  Good self-assessment 
–  Potential for self-reflection
–  Team and communication skills
–  Motivation and curiosity
–  Autonomy, personal responsibility and commitment 

Language skills required.
You need the following languages to take this minor:
–  German or English: to be able to follow a discussion
–  German or English: to actively participate in a verbal exchange
–  German: to understand a text
–  German or English: to write a text

Benefits of studying this minor.
–  Connection to the industry/network
–  International speakers
–  Interdisciplinary cooperation
–  New forms of work, collaboration
–  Unique course offering in Switzerland

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Minor Coordination

At ZHdK, students choose a Major. In addition to this core subject, they can choose one or two Minors to deepen or expand their major skills and knowledge across various disciplines. This wide choice of courses is unique in Europe and enables students to develop and sharpen their individual profile.