Social+Media+Game+for+Filmmakers

=Social Media Game for Filmmakers= remixed from David Wilcox's Social Media Game for Nonprofits

The purpose of this first simple version is to trigger conversations about what social media tools may be appropriate in different situations, and further explore the issues raised in the presentation during the workshop.

Props

 * **Instructions** (as below)
 * **A pack of cards** showing different social media tools. Each card has an image (so they can be easily distinguished), a tool description, and a possible issue or question for discussion. [|pdf of cards], text. This version does not use all the tools that David originally included because the overall use is focused on promotion and marketing of film and part of the audience will consist of individuals working independently (non-organizational context)
 * **Scenarios** - One-liners -- A filmmaker has created or want to make a documentary about XYZ and will use social media tools to promote it.

Play of the game
1. Workshop participant split into groups of 4-6

2. Each group refines the statement to create a scenario.

3. Groups choose from a pack of tools cards to address scenario. What tools? Why? What are the benefits? What are the challenges? What additional information is needed?

4. Groups can add their own cards.

5. After choosing/adding cards to address the scenario, create a story. Throw in crisis, humor, dramatic effect -- use your filmmaking skills and background!

6. Elect one person or have the whole group retell the story to the whole class.