Your Course

Welcome to Storytelling in the Era of AI. Meet your instructor, Andrew Gordon, and discover what this course will teach you about the craft of storytelling.

Andrew shares his incredible journey from aspiring animator to working on some of Pixar's most beloved films, including Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, and The Incredibles.

The foundational principle that drives everything at Pixar. Learn why story always comes first and how this philosophy shapes every creative decision.

Discover the art of creating conflict and obstacles for your characters. The harder you make it for them, the more the audience cares.

A powerful Pixar storytelling technique about subverting expectations and keeping your audience engaged through surprise.

Every great character needs a clear goal. Learn how to craft compelling character motivations that drive your story forward.

Unlock your creative potential. Andrew reveals how the best storytellers find and develop ideas from everyday life.

Understand the critical difference between plot and theme, and learn how the best stories weave them together seamlessly.

The art of distilling a story to its essence. Learn this powerful exercise used by master storytellers.

Every great story has a controlling idea, the central theme that everything orbits. Learn how to find and use yours.

Master the fundamental architecture of storytelling. From three-act structure to the hero's journey, learn the frameworks that underpin every great narrative.

Andrew's proven 7-step process for crafting a complete story from scratch. A practical framework you can use immediately.

Put everything you've learned into practice with this guided storytelling exercise. Includes a downloadable worksheet.

Andrew's parting words and encouragement as you begin your storytelling journey in the era of AI.