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Writing for Comic Books and Graphic Novels

Effective strategies for professional comic book scriptwriting are taught in this course. You will read graphic novels and critical writing about comics which emphasize the physical space words occupy. You will produce a completed comic book script by the end of the semester. (This course is cross-listed with ILL 217.)

Quick Studies

Develop your intuitive skills for paint handling by producing painted quick studies. These on-the-fly studies in acrylics or oils will give you color, composition, paint handling, and quick indication-of-subject abilities, capturing the essence of the subject. (This course is cross-listed with FA 644.)

Digital Drawing for Entertainment

Build essential drawing skills for the entertainment design industry by combining digital tools with strong artistic foundations. Through structured, hands-on projects, you will explore line, shape, form, perspective, and lighting to create compelling artwork and communicate visual ideas with impact.

Product Development: Digital Design & Sketching

Use professional digital tools to create garment technical sketches to meet industry standards. You will master the software to create, modify, store, and communicate your design ideas in precise sketches and drawings.

Soundtrack Industry Overview

Learn the landscape of the sound and music industries, and how to prepare for success in your degree plan. You will identify key audio and music elements, the component parts of a soundtrack, and how music and sound relate to narrative media storytelling. Read More

User Experience 1

User-centered design is where it all starts. It’s a process consisting of research, personas, user journeys, use cases, wire-framing, and more. You’ll start with defining and empathizing with the user, then use design processes to create visually appealing prototypes.

3D Character Animation 2 for Animators, Riggers

Animated characters come to life when we can see them thinking. You’ll learn the principles and techniques of acting and subtext in animation as well as dynamic physical action and cycles. (This course is cross-listed with ANM 321.)

Games Portfolio Preparation

As a senior, you will organize and enhance your accumulated work to create a portfolio that showcases your skills and accomplishments. Plus, learn professional practices and how to apply for employment.

Motion Picture Post Production

Work collaboratively to produce professional soundtracks with the School of Motion Pictures and Television’s Production Hub. You’ll focus on scoring, sound design, and balancing all audio elements in a final mix. (This course is cross-listed with MUS 695M.)… Read More

2D Tools for Game Development

Learn the two-dimensional tools used in the game industry. You will gain fundamental composition, color, layout, and presentation skills to develop different pieces using contemporary methods of digital image creation.