Visual Storytelling in PowerPoint
55mIntermediate2022-01-31
Authors

Jole Simmons
Course details
Are you ready to take your PowerPoint presentations to the next level, but don’t know where to begin? The cure for the common PowerPoint often seems more elusive than it is. Incorporating visual storytelling techniques into your slides can set you apart in a very big way. In this course, instructor Jole Simmons brings years of experience as a professional presentation designer to teach you how to make your presentation come alive with a good story.
Learn about the framework of an effective story and how to identify and communicate the elements of yours, such as the hero, the setting, the challenge, and the resolution. Get tips on finding an emotional connection between your audience and your insights by visualizing the story in your slides. Whether you’re creating a PowerPoint for a team meeting or a company all-hands presentation, telling a cohesive story with your slides will make your message stand out.
Learn about the framework of an effective story and how to identify and communicate the elements of yours, such as the hero, the setting, the challenge, and the resolution. Get tips on finding an emotional connection between your audience and your insights by visualizing the story in your slides. Whether you’re creating a PowerPoint for a team meeting or a company all-hands presentation, telling a cohesive story with your slides will make your message stand out.
Skills covered
Photo SharingPhotojournalismInfographicsPowerPointMicrosoft OfficePresentationsData VisualizationPhotographyGraphic DesignData ScienceBusiness Analysis and StrategyBusiness Software and ToolsMicrosoftOne-Off
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Bringing your presentation to life with storytelling
1. The Difference Storytelling Makes
- 02 - This is your PowerPoint without storytelling
- 03 - The hallmarks of an effective presentation
2. The Elements of a Good Story
- 04 - The story framework
- 05 - Turning data and insights into a story
3. Finding the Story in Your Presentation
- 06 - Defining your setting and the hero
- 07 - Creating the journey in your presentation
- 08 - What is the big idea or turning point of your story
- 09 - What is the resolution
4. Visualizing Your Story in PowerPoint
- 10 - Building the scene with imagery
- 11 - Establishing the story arc with sections
- 12 - Bringing color to your story
- 13 - Different ways to show data
- 14 - Illustrating with charts and graphs
- 15 - Bringing in action with animations
- 16 - Creating a powerful ending
- 17 - Making the story flow with transitions
5. Effective Storytelling - Presentation Tips
- 18 - Preparing for your presentation
- 19 - Livening up your delivery
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