Personal Storytelling & Narrativity Research: Playtest Participant Interest

Research Participation

JOPRO is supporting forthcoming research on journal-based tools for personal storytelling and values expression. The research uses participatory design methods to explore how structured narrative play can surface individual and collective experiences in an accessible, low-barrier format.

Playtesting sessions will involve trying out a prototype card-based activity and providing structured feedback on your experience. Sessions are expected to run approximately 1–2 hours and will be conducted remotely.

This listing is for interest registration only. Signing up places you on the notification list — you will receive details about session scheduling, format, and any eligibility requirements when playtesting opens. No commitment is required at this stage.

What you'll do

Register your interest to be notified when playtesting sessions open
Participate in a remote playtesting session using a prototype card-based storytelling tool
Provide structured feedback on your experience through a short debrief or survey
Optionally participate in a brief follow-up conversation with the research team

Who this is for

Anyone with an interest in storytelling, participatory design, games, or creative research methods. No prior experience required. Open to all ages and backgrounds.

Details

Duration Forthcoming — interest signup only
Compensation Unpaid, voluntary
Location Remote
Time commitment TBD — estimated 1–2 hours for playtesting session
Level Open to all

Apply

Or email start@jopro.org with your statement of interest and CV.