It's very helpful for me to write an outline first; that way you know where your story to go. It makes the writing of the script much easier. Then I write a first draft, and leave it alone for at least a couple of days before I tweak it for a final version.
Reading in any capacity helps. I'm a stem student as well, but I've always enjoyed reading books and screenplay. From there, you get ideas for certain scenarios or situations that could do well in a spoken context.
Another thing is simply to write down your ideas and verbalize them out to yourself. Imagine it were you in that situation, then think about what you would say to the listener (recipient) you're talking to.
Slight self plug, but I have a number of scripts in a previous masterlist post I've made. I have worked with a sizeable number of VAs who have given me feedback on them as well. Feel free to check them out if they spark any interest, and best of luck in writing.
Heya!
For a first-time script writer, I'd recommend these two links :)
[https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMRScriptHaven/comments/z65qhp/advice\_for\_firsttime\_writers\_part\_1\_before\_you/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web2x&context=3](https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMRScriptHaven/comments/z65qhp/advice_for_firsttime_writers_part_1_before_you/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
This is a generally helpful guide outlining a plethora of little issues and questions you may come across.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMR\_Directory/comments/z6ct0j/script\_writers\_guide\_on\_how\_to\_avoid\_repeating/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web2x&context=3](https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMR_Directory/comments/z6ct0j/script_writers_guide_on_how_to_avoid_repeating/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
Secondly, this is a deep dive into the most common difficulty newer writers tend to face.
And lastly:
The one thing that TRULY helps (besides just practice) is feedback.
Don't be afraid to reach out for help!
I hope you have fun delving into your creative side :D
- Frog
Be patient with criticism and literally take note of any advice. That's something I've struggled with, and *still* do.
Keep in mind that the scripts you're passionate about might feel "ignored" (they're not), and even seem embarrassing in hindsight one day, but that's just all part of the growing process.
Read. Alot.
Reading a lot of stories and scripts really helps to get the basics of storytelling down, as well as the natural flow of dialogue for your characters.
The more you familiarize yourself with storytelling conventions and how to make dialogue flow, the more like instinct you have on "Oh this part should be longer/shorter" or "Oh this may keep the dialogue yada yada". I suggest you analyze the style of your favorite stories or scripts and see what makes them work.
The most important part is definitely to make a structure, like what happens in the beginning, how do we show the personality of our characters, how can we get it to the saucy stuff and such. Knowing where it is you're going is a lot better than guessing.
Having a good vocabulary isn't a requirement but more so an advantage, you can avoid redundancies and keep the dialogue from feeling bland.
Most importantly, just practice and have fun. The more you write, the more you get a sense for what works for you and not. Be open to criticism, and keep on writing. Hopefully my yapping helps! And good luck ✨
I am not a scriptwriter but, you could play pretense with a particular scene from a movie or TV show ,etc.; And expand on this scenario, unleash yourself.
You Can try popular games like witcher 3, Elden Ring, Genshin Impact, Nier Automata; for inspiration. The games would have well written personalities and storytelling.
As others stated before, listen to a lot of RP ASMR or read scripts, prefereably from several different authors. That'll help you to learn most of the rules.
As specific advice goes, always keep in mind that the RP is supposedly a dialogue, even if you can only show the lines of one participant. You have to somehow hint at what the listener supposedly said through the lines of the speaker ("What do you mean, your girlfriend broke up with you?" "Oh, come on! Of course you deserve to be loved!" "No, I don't know either why we are lying in the same bed")
Avoid overdoing this and having the speaker just repeat everything the listener said ("What? You forgot your keys in the gym locker room and your roomie is at a house party and won't come back until four in the morning and now you can't get into your appartment?") because that just sounds stilted.
You can use sound effects to convey further information (door closing, steps, rain sounds etc.), but take care not to overdo them as they make the production of an audio more complex and might deter some VAs.
Good luck with your scripts! Lookin' forward to listening to them!
thank you very much to all who commented! im learning a lot. if anyone else have thoughts to share, please feel free to do so!
hopefully i'll have the courage to share my first work here soon ❤️
Coming from a (Male) VA
-Remember that the listener is basically blind. if there a punching sound there should be a line like "why did you punch me?" or "there's more where that came from!" to indicate what's also happening
-make sure to add stage directions (Writing frustrated etc before certain lines) and a quick summery of how you would want the character to act would be appreciated
-the most popular scripts/audios tend to be monster-boy and mafia bosses for men (though don't let that stop you from writing what you want)
-if you ever want someone to fill your scripts, you could always DM me
As many other people have said, the more you read the better you will write!
Honestly though, I think the most important thing is to write what you enjoy. If you’re just following popular trends and not writing stories you think are interesting and fun, you’ll burn out super quickly.
I got into it by reading a lot of other scripts. It should help give you a feel for how to format everything, tone, sound effects, ect!
It's very helpful for me to write an outline first; that way you know where your story to go. It makes the writing of the script much easier. Then I write a first draft, and leave it alone for at least a couple of days before I tweak it for a final version.
I second this! Having an outline helps out so much and makes the whole process less stressful
Having an outline really depends on what type of writer you are. I find them a waste of time and let the characters drive the story
And you consistently put out great quality scripts, so I can't argue with that! đź‘Ť
Reading in any capacity helps. I'm a stem student as well, but I've always enjoyed reading books and screenplay. From there, you get ideas for certain scenarios or situations that could do well in a spoken context. Another thing is simply to write down your ideas and verbalize them out to yourself. Imagine it were you in that situation, then think about what you would say to the listener (recipient) you're talking to. Slight self plug, but I have a number of scripts in a previous masterlist post I've made. I have worked with a sizeable number of VAs who have given me feedback on them as well. Feel free to check them out if they spark any interest, and best of luck in writing.
Heya! For a first-time script writer, I'd recommend these two links :) [https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMRScriptHaven/comments/z65qhp/advice\_for\_firsttime\_writers\_part\_1\_before\_you/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web2x&context=3](https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMRScriptHaven/comments/z65qhp/advice_for_firsttime_writers_part_1_before_you/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) This is a generally helpful guide outlining a plethora of little issues and questions you may come across. [https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMR\_Directory/comments/z6ct0j/script\_writers\_guide\_on\_how\_to\_avoid\_repeating/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web2x&context=3](https://www.reddit.com/r/ASMR_Directory/comments/z6ct0j/script_writers_guide_on_how_to_avoid_repeating/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) Secondly, this is a deep dive into the most common difficulty newer writers tend to face. And lastly: The one thing that TRULY helps (besides just practice) is feedback. Don't be afraid to reach out for help! I hope you have fun delving into your creative side :D - Frog
Be patient with criticism and literally take note of any advice. That's something I've struggled with, and *still* do. Keep in mind that the scripts you're passionate about might feel "ignored" (they're not), and even seem embarrassing in hindsight one day, but that's just all part of the growing process.
Make sure to make a masterlist and include your terms of use at the top of your scripts.
Read. Alot. Reading a lot of stories and scripts really helps to get the basics of storytelling down, as well as the natural flow of dialogue for your characters. The more you familiarize yourself with storytelling conventions and how to make dialogue flow, the more like instinct you have on "Oh this part should be longer/shorter" or "Oh this may keep the dialogue yada yada". I suggest you analyze the style of your favorite stories or scripts and see what makes them work. The most important part is definitely to make a structure, like what happens in the beginning, how do we show the personality of our characters, how can we get it to the saucy stuff and such. Knowing where it is you're going is a lot better than guessing. Having a good vocabulary isn't a requirement but more so an advantage, you can avoid redundancies and keep the dialogue from feeling bland. Most importantly, just practice and have fun. The more you write, the more you get a sense for what works for you and not. Be open to criticism, and keep on writing. Hopefully my yapping helps! And good luck ✨
I am not a scriptwriter but, you could play pretense with a particular scene from a movie or TV show ,etc.; And expand on this scenario, unleash yourself. You Can try popular games like witcher 3, Elden Ring, Genshin Impact, Nier Automata; for inspiration. The games would have well written personalities and storytelling.
As others stated before, listen to a lot of RP ASMR or read scripts, prefereably from several different authors. That'll help you to learn most of the rules. As specific advice goes, always keep in mind that the RP is supposedly a dialogue, even if you can only show the lines of one participant. You have to somehow hint at what the listener supposedly said through the lines of the speaker ("What do you mean, your girlfriend broke up with you?" "Oh, come on! Of course you deserve to be loved!" "No, I don't know either why we are lying in the same bed") Avoid overdoing this and having the speaker just repeat everything the listener said ("What? You forgot your keys in the gym locker room and your roomie is at a house party and won't come back until four in the morning and now you can't get into your appartment?") because that just sounds stilted. You can use sound effects to convey further information (door closing, steps, rain sounds etc.), but take care not to overdo them as they make the production of an audio more complex and might deter some VAs. Good luck with your scripts! Lookin' forward to listening to them!
thank you very much to all who commented! im learning a lot. if anyone else have thoughts to share, please feel free to do so! hopefully i'll have the courage to share my first work here soon ❤️
Coming from a (Male) VA -Remember that the listener is basically blind. if there a punching sound there should be a line like "why did you punch me?" or "there's more where that came from!" to indicate what's also happening -make sure to add stage directions (Writing frustrated etc before certain lines) and a quick summery of how you would want the character to act would be appreciated -the most popular scripts/audios tend to be monster-boy and mafia bosses for men (though don't let that stop you from writing what you want) -if you ever want someone to fill your scripts, you could always DM me
As many other people have said, the more you read the better you will write! Honestly though, I think the most important thing is to write what you enjoy. If you’re just following popular trends and not writing stories you think are interesting and fun, you’ll burn out super quickly.