Comic Design entails drawing and storytelling

Comic Design is a part of illustration. It is a work of creativity, where animators and fine artists work with writers, editors and art directors to understand the nature and content of artwork that they need to produce. Comic books like Diamond comics, Amar Chitra Katha or comic strips in newspapers like 'Garfield' are some of comic designs that grip the fantasies of kids and adults alike.

A career in Comic Design is about drawing as well as storytelling. You need to develop characters, know how to tell your or others' stories through storyboards and learn to create plots. Line, colors and compositions form an important part of comic designing.

Eligibility

Diploma or degree in 2D animation, 3D animation or multimedia can lead to a career in comic design for an individual. Usually, most animation institutes offer these courses to students pursuing their Class 12 or after that.

Besides artistic skills, a comic designer also needs to be an attentive listener to understand what is required, should have good reading comprehension, and should be able to work independently while managing their time well.

Career Prospects

A comic designer can make careers as a comic writer, illustrator or editor. He or she can specialise in specifics like pencil drawings, lettering, inking and coloring. Cartoonists like R.K. Laxman have earned immortality through their artwork. Comic designers can easily find jobs in publishing houses, newspapers as well as online or digital media.