Courses
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Introduction to Comic Book Coloring Bundle
Learn how to color comics from a pro! This bundle contains a discounted price for the first three courses in our series to teach you how to color comics from the ground up! PLUS, you get the bonus course on Special Effects FOR FREE!
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Comic Book Editing & Project Management
Find collaborators, manage budgets, timetables, bring the best out of your writers and artists, problem solve, and make a professional-level project!
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Advanced YA and MG Graphic Novels: Pitching and Publishing
Young Adult and Middle Grade graphic novels are not only a booming industry, but also a great way to introduce younger readers to comics and ignite a love of reading. Building on the Introduction to Young Adult and Middle Grade Storytelling course, instructor Sarah Davidson dives into the business side aspect of being a YA/MG creator.
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Comics Writing: Story Arcs & Ongoing Series
Acclaimed comics writer Fred Van Lente takes you through the necessary steps to craft compelling story arcs and ongoing comic book narratives exactly like professional comic book writers do it.
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Complete YA and MG Course Bundle
This bundle contains all classes from the Introduction to YA and MG Storytelling course and the Advanced YA and MG Graphic Novel course, covering everything from writing for teens and tweens to creating a professional pitch and getting your story idea published.
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Express Course: Comic Book Marketing
You’ve made your comic, but now comes the hard part–you’ve got to get the word out and sell it! Most creators are spending their lifetime honing their craft and creating incredible works of art and stories to blow the imagination, but very few of them are also spending their time learning the ins and outs of marketing. This starter guide will help get you on your way!
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Express Course: Conventioning Like a Pro
Comic cons might seem like a chaotic blend of cosplayers, fans, noise, and merch, but underneath the excitement is an environment where comic creators can build their careers. But success at a convention requires purpose, planning, and patience. This course teaches you what to do before, during, and after the con to make the most of the experience.
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Express Course: How Comic Book Distribution Works I
You could create the greatest comic ever known, but if you readers can’t get it, then they can’t enjoy it. The five COMMUNITY PRO LESSONS bundled here are taught by comics business consultant and attorney, Gamal Hennessy and introduce the different types of comic book distribution and how select the right one for your comic.
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Express Course: How Comic Book Distribution Works II
Comic book distribution goes far beyond your local comic book shop. The most successful creators leverage various distribution channels to maximize their reach. The five COMMUNITY PRO LESSONS bundled here are taught by comics business consultant and attorney, Gamal Hennessy and explain the different types of comic book distribution and how to take advantage of them for your comic.
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Express Course: How to Succeed with Creator-Owned Comics
It’s very difficult to create and publish your own comics. But for many creators, owning their creations is essential to them. That doesn’t mean that you can’t get a publishing deal. In this Express course of COMMUNITY PRO LESSONS, you’ll get a handle on how creator-owned and creator-driven publishing works and how to make it work for you.
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Express Course: Starting a Freelance Comics Career
Starting a freelance career is DAUNTING AS HECK! You’ve got to learn your craft, forge relationships, navigate the business aspects, and manage your time and money. These six detailed lessons cover a range of topics to help you navigate the intricacies of the comics industry!
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Express Course: The Business of Comics Fundamentals I
If you don’t want to go back to school to get an MBA to run a comics business, then we’ve got a treat for you. For less than 1% of what you’d pay for that masters degree, you can get access to these six lessons from our COMMUNITY PRO LESSONS that will get you started with confidence! No weapon is greater than knowledge!