On the previous class session, our homework assignment was to come up with 9 original game concepts. On Thursday, we pitched these ideas. We were given four minutes to present all our concepts. It was a bit difficult for me to try and give all the information that I had initially thought of in the brainstorming process. We were told to sketch things on a paper so a few of my ideas were very rough. I definitely did not come prepared to present all these ideas.
Jimmy brought up the notion of the elevator pitch. The elevator pitch is a term animators are very familiar with. Sometimes we may have very brilliant ideas but if the opportunity arose, would we be able to convey our idea succinctly? The elevator pitch is definitely a skill that must be mastered by creative individuals. For those that are unfamiliar, the elevator pitch is a scenario where an idea or product can be summarized before a person gets off the elevator on the next floor.
It is a very important skill to cultivate. As media artists, we must know our ideas well and find a way to state the main idea in a concise manner. Our ideas are ours alone and when we acquire jobs in the industry, we won't have others to hold our hands and assist us during presentations. Following Thursdays class, I contemplated my ideas further and felt I would take more time to consider and prepare on future assignments.
descriptor collection
pulchritudinous: beautiful, visually appealing
chaotic: out of control
invigorating: stimulating something or someone with energy
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