Writing for Comics
This class is devoted to developing scriptwriting skills for comics, for either major/independent publications or self-publication. Students will complete exercises and compose an original eight-page script with thumbnails for the final project. Emphasis will be on developing mastery of the narrative tools of comics storytelling.
Course Syllabus
As a result of successfully completing this course, students...
Will be able to:
- Identify and apply the narrative tools of comic storytelling to write their own original comics
- Format a story in standard script format
- Recognize and apply comics scripting terminology
- Identify and use narrative devices
- Thumbnail a story from a script
Will display the following attitudes/professional behaviors:
- Meet assigned deadlines
- Accept and apply critiques
- Analyze and discuss work using industry specific terminology
- Prepare for and contribute to class discussions and critiques
Course Additional Information
*Additional Fees: Occasionally a course will require additional fees. These fees cover labs, materials, equipment costs, and more.
Online Course Start and End Dates: October 7, 2023 - November 17, 2023
Course Schedule
| Code | Start date | End date | Course Type | |
| AE 41 OL | October 7, 2023 | November 17, 2023 | Online |