Comics & Graphic Novels, Certificate

Learn the art of visual storytelling and create comic books, graphic novels, webcomics, and comic strips in any genre as well as storyboards for gaming, film, video, and animation. You'll also study creative writing and character design to the essentials of publishing. This program teaches visual storytelling, a language composed of interconnected words and pictures. With the broad and diverse skill-set you will acquire, you can create comic books, graphic novels, webcomics, and comic strips in any genre, as well as storyboards for gaming, film, video, and animation.While most colleges and universities have recognized the growing impact of visual storytelling, the focus of their courses is generally on the medium’s content. This program is unique in the Canadian post-secondary public school system and addresses the specific needs of creators to understand, learn, and demonstrate their skills as visual storytellers.As a graduate of this certificate program, you may choose to become a freelance comic book or graphic novel creator, working with established publishers or connecting directly with your audience online and at comic conventions. You'll have produced an impressive portfolio to demonstrate your abilities to publishers, clients and prospective employers, and may also pursue career opportunities in gaming, animation, graphic facilitation, illustration, or advertising.

Admission requirements One of: C+ in English 12 C in English 12 Camosun Alternative And all of: Electronic submission of the following (these must be submitted together): An applicant statement of approximately 500 words, describing themselves, what kind of stories they want to tell, what authors and illustrators have influenced them, what attracted them to this program, and anything else relevant to their interest in visual storytelling as an art form and career path. Five to 10 pieces of work (stories, scripts, sketchbook drawings, examples of graphic art, blogs, web pages, photographs, etc.) that support what the applicant has told us about their interest in visual storytelling. Note: review of submissions is non-competitive When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.