cartoonist

Description

Cartoonists draw people, objects, events, etc. in a comical or derogatory way. They exaggerate physical features and personality traits. Cartoonists also portray political, economic, cultural ans social events in a humoristic way.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

copyright legislation graphic design

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

multimedia systems ICT software specifications desktop publishing

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

analyse texts to be illustrated follow a brief select illustration styles maintain an artistic portfolio adapt to type of media study media sources develop creative ideas create animated narratives consult with editor finish project within budget follow the news follow work schedule interpret illustration needs practice humour create sketches

OPTIONALOptional competences

perform image editing use digital illustration techniques use CAD software create original drawings use traditional illustration techniques create 2D painting design graphics apply desktop publishing techniques write captions