Halted Oblivion

Understanding of the English language opened doors for me. Including but not limited to career opportunities, the versatile skills he gained during my stay with PolyU have helped me develop a script for a short film which is now published on Inscribe: A Journal of Undergraduate Writing in Asia. I appreciate the countless learning opportunities, and the freedom to pursue different fields of language studies in the BAESP program that allowed my abilities to flourish. In hopes of contributing to another passion of his, American Hip-Hop music.

Mr. YICK Long Hin Wills
BA (Hons) English and Applied Linguistics
Faculty of Humanities

Domain Expertise:

English Language and Applied Linguistics

Wills is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English Studies for the Professions (BAESP) program at PolyU. He has a profound understanding of the English language, which has opened doors for various career opportunities and allowed him to develop excellent language and communication skills.li>

Scriptwriting and Creative Writing

Wills is skilled in scriptwriting and creative writing. He created a screenplay titled "Halted Oblivion" as a major assignment for the course "ELC1C03 Creative Writing in English." The screenplay was later published in "Inscribe: A Journal of Undergraduate Student Writing in and about Asia." He demonstrates an understanding of narrative structure and the format required for a screenplay.

Filmmaking

During the process of scriptwriting, Wills gained knowledge in filmmaking. He mentions the immersible feeling of holding a screenplay, as if one can visualize shooting the film. This experience has equipped him with insights into the world of filmmaking.

LGBTQ+ Studies

Wills incorporates LGBTQ+ themes into his screenplay "Halted Oblivion." He expresses personal experience with the LGBTQ+ community and uses the script to explore relevant and contemporary topics related to the LGBTQ+ community.

Cinematics and Visual Storytelling

Wills has a passion for cinematics and visual storytelling. He is drawn to genres like sci-fi, mythologies, and horrors as they offer an escape from the real world. His interest in visual narratives contributes to his creativity as a scriptwriter.

Lifelong Learning Excellence:

Accountability and Motivation

Wills demonstrates a strong passion for the English language and applied linguistics. He pursued his academic journey at PolyU to further hone his language skills and explore various aspects of English studies. His genuine interest and enthusiasm in the field have driven him to excel in his studies and creative endeavors.

Learning-to-learn

Wills highlights the importance of continuous learning and skill development. During his time at PolyU, he embraced countless learning opportunities and appreciated the freedom to explore different fields of language studies. He also learned the format and rules of scriptwriting as a first-timer and acquired knowledge in filmmaking during the creative process.

Creativity & Innovation

As a scriptwriter, Wills showcases creativity and problem-solving abilities. He enjoys writing scripts for cinematics and is drawn to out-of-the-world genres like sci-fi and horrors. Throughout the creative process, he encountered challenges in adding layers to the story and making it silver-screen friendly. He effectively solved this creative blockade by seeking guidance from his mentor and asking for suggestions from friends.

Communication and Presentation Skills

Wills acknowledges the importance of effective communication and collaboration in his scriptwriting experience. He consulted his mentor and friends to get different perspectives on his script, which helped him develop it further. Additionally, he expresses gratitude to his mentor and editors-in-chief for their support and guidance.

Adaptability and Flexibility

Wills demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in his academic journey and creative work. He was open to exploring different fields of language studies and embraced online teaching activities during his first year at PolyU. He also adapted his screenplay, "Halted Oblivion," based on guidance and feedback, and further developed it for publication.

Critical thinking and Problem-solving

Wills emphasizes the importance of time management and attention to detail in creative work. His experience in creating a screenplay with strict formatting and discipline reflects his attention to detail, which can aid him in producing qualitative work. He also mentions the right timing for creative work, where ideas come suddenly, and having tools ready to jot them down.

Networking and Collaboration

Throughout his academic and creative journey, Wills is open to learning from others and seeking external views. He values different perspectives and seeks guidance from mentors, professors, and friends to enhance his work and personal growth.

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