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Intro
How to Turn Your Original Story into a Pitch-Ready Animatic That Stands Out
Ready to bring your original characters off the page and into the spotlight? Transform your ideas into industry-ready storyboards, animatics, and a complete pitch package!
Led by Jasmine Bournes, a seasoned storyboard artist and celebrated webcomic creator, this course takes you through the full storytelling pipeline, from developing your initial concept to creating a pitch-ready storyboard sequence.
Led by Jasmine Bournes, a seasoned storyboard artist and celebrated webcomic creator, this course takes you through the full storytelling pipeline, from developing your initial concept to creating a pitch-ready storyboard sequence.
You'll learn how to shape compelling character-driven narratives, build detailed character and location designs, and develop scripts that give your stories depth and emotional impact. You’ll also master cinematic storytelling techniques, including shot composition, pacing, cleanup, lighting, and animatic timing, to bring your vision to life with stronger visual direction.
By the end of the course, you'll have transformed your ideas into a polished portfolio and pitch deck featuring character designs, location designs, a script, and a complete storyboard sequence, ready to showcase your creative vision and take your stories to the next level!
By the end of the course, you'll have transformed your ideas into a polished portfolio and pitch deck featuring character designs, location designs, a script, and a complete storyboard sequence, ready to showcase your creative vision and take your stories to the next level!
Class Perks
Special Gift from Jasmine Bournes (Space Bar)
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New Contingency Interlude Script -
Contingency Character Design Pack -
Arrhythmia Script -
Arrhythmia Radio Play -
Arrhythmia Storyboard file
Class Material Details
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Original Interlude Scenario- Exclusive PDF script for a brand-new Contingency story sequence, giving students an additional screenplay to practice storyboarding and expand their portfolio beyond the class project. -
Contingency Character Sheet- High-resolution PNG character sheets featuring final character turnarounds, expressions, costume variations, and design references used in the instructor's project.
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Original Arrhythmia Script- Production-ready PDF script for student reference. Includes scene descriptions, dialogue, action beats, and formatting reference for building a storyboard-ready screenplay. -
Arrhythmia Audio File- MP3 voice recording of the complete Arrhythmia script, providing dialogue timing, character performances, and pacing reference for storyboarding and animatic creation. -
Arrhythmia Storyboard Work Files- Storyboard Pro (.SBPZ) project files containing the complete storyboard sequence, editable panels, camera moves, timing, and production workflow for study.
Coloso’s First-Ever!
Live Discord Feedback Session with Jasmine Bournes (Space Bar)
Receive personalized, real-time feedback from Jasmine Bournes (Space Bar) through an exclusive live Discord feedback session!
Recommendation
Who should take this class?
Indie storytellers
who want to learn the full storytelling pipeline, from developing ideas to creating pitch-ready storyboards and animatics
Aspiring artists
who want to develop more compelling stories by bringing their original characters and worlds to life through visual storytelling
Storyboard artists
who want to maximize creative expression through cinematic visual direction, composition, and character acting
Expert Storyboard Artist Jasmine Bournes (Space Bar)'s Portfolio
ARRHYTHMIA - Contingency Interlude One
Hell's Greatest Dad - Fan Animatic
Why Take This Class?
Every creator has original ideas, but few know how to transform them into stories that truly connect with an audience. In this class, you'll learn far more than storyboard techniques.
"Jasmine Bournes (Space Bar) teaches you how to develop captivating narratives, direct expressive character performances, and build cinematic storyboards that communicate your vision with confidence.
Drawing on years of industry and teaching experience, Jasmine combines clear instruction with practical exercises to help you build portfolio-ready work and a creative workflow you can use long after the class ends.
This class is your first step toward developing, visualizing, and pitching your original IP."
This class is your first step toward developing, visualizing, and pitching your original IP.
Get Ready for the Real-World
A Complete Original IP Storytelling Pipeline (14 Class Exercises)
Part 1. Creating Concept to Script
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Logline BrainstormingCome up with 2-3 loglines for story options -
ScriptwritingDraw every shot of an online dialogue scene that you like and write the reason of its composition
Part 2. Designing OC
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Character Sheet CreationCreate a clean 4-pose character rotation sheet to establish consistent proportions and volume for your character -
Location DesignCreate detailed location designs that establish the setting, atmosphere, and visual language of your story. -
Prop Design Sheet CreationRely on scripts to determine which props need design and if so, analyze functional props, character props, and incidentals
Part 3. Storyboarding Part 1 (Planning)
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Script Breakdown & Staging PlanOnce the designs are ready, visualize each line of the script and analyze what the character is saying as well as the script's purpose -
ThumbnailingDraw 3 different shot types and why they might be used in a scene, based on the knowledge and lingo of shot types and storyboards -
Gesture PracticeComplete a 15-to-30-minute warm-up session of pose sketches to loosen up your hand
Part 4. Storyboarding Part 2 (Developing)
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Character LayoutClean up a frame from each shot to see if actions and character layouts are working for the layout stage -
Final PolishingPolish your cleaned-up boards by applying line weight variations, background blurs, gradients, and lighting pass overlays to increase visual depth -
SoundGo through the process of voice acting, recording audio, and voice directing -
AnimaticTime your boards to sounds and work on timing
Part 5. Preparing for Pitching
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Portfolio UpdateLearn how to present your work on social media and discover job opportunities, while gaining insight into how recruiters like to look at portfolios -
Pitch PracticeRecord a video of yourself live-pitching your boards to evaluate your vocal delivery, and timing and pacing of shots
4 Final Products You Will Create to Build Your Pitch Pack
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Production-Level ScriptCreate a fully fleshed-out, production-ready script that showcases nuanced storytelling and dramatic character interactions -
Design PacksBuild an in-depth design pack featuring characters, props, settings, and more
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Audio-Synced AnimaticsCreate a complete animatic with synchronized audio, refining pacing, timing, and cinematic storytelling before production.
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Pitch-Ready StoryboardsYield polished, clean storyboards that showcase dynamic character acting and clearly communicate the pre-written narrative
*The above images are sample images for a better understanding.
Build the Final Project That Fits Your Goals
You will have the flexibility to develop a customized final project through one of three creative approaches!
Student Review
Student Reviews from Jasmine's Animation Portfolio Course at Visual Arts Mississauga!
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Student A"I liked how when I was struggling with perspective, it was explained to me in a clear, precise way again to make sure I had understood!"
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Student B"I loved the real-world projects we had to complete as it provided a taste of an animator's job. Jasmine was also extremely open and helpful, very easy to talk to and provided amazing feedback."
Highlights
Class Highlights
Creative Storytelling
Discover how to stretch your metaphorical wings and push the boundaries for creative storytelling by turning raw ideas into dynamic, visually compelling animated sequences. You’ll learn to master script breakdowns, expressive character design, and intentional shot choices to craft narrative sequences that truly stand out.
Character Acting
Learn to go beyond basic facial acting and breathe life and personality into your characters. Understand how to push those nuances to the max and really make them shine, since the range of emotions that characters can express is infinite.
Pitching Your Story
Create pitch-ready storyboards and master the art of presenting your work through polished pitch decks and high-impact performance. By building loglines, character sheets, and elevator pitches, you'll gain the exact tools and confidence needed to hook recruiters and studios right from the opening seconds.
