CTW553 : Animation writing and storytelling / College of Creative Arts

This course will guide students to step by step process of writing for short animation production. Students are exposed to the process of generating, developing and translating story ideas into a storyboard. The first part of the course will expose students to the key concepts of storytelling such as story structure, theme, premise, characters and dialogue. Students are also introduced to the key concepts of camera movements and storyboarding. The second part of the course emphasizes on the practical aspects where students are to pitch story ideas. Upon approval of the story idea, students required, then proceed to prepare a storyboard. During the story boarding process, students are encouraged to consult the course tutor for guidance and assistance.