INFORMATION
- 23 September – 25 November 2024
- 9 Weeks (One session per week)
- 5-7pm (WAT)
- N100,000 or $175 per person
Pan-Atlantic University has a strong Christian identity
Our academic programmes prepare students for an industry that is evolving in a fast growing pace.
At the School of Media and Communication (SMC) we aspire to be the hub of learning in media and Communication in the African continent.
SMC offers ranges of professional courses, click on the image above to view the various courses.
Did you know that all of our programmes in PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION are available for bespoke offering?
According to Precedence Research, the children’s animation industry is growing rapidly, with an expected global value of $642.5 billion by 2030, up from $354.7 billion in 2020. This growth can be attributed to the increasing popularity of animated films, advancements in technology and the rise of online streaming platforms. The industry’s growth is also driven by the demand for animated content, which has surged due to the widespread availability of high-speed internet and digital platforms.
Enhance their creative expression by bringing imagination and ideas to life through storytelling.
Build a portfolio towards targeting opportunities for a rewarding career in children's entertainment.
Make a difference and impact their environment positively by contributing to shaping the next generation's values, creativity, and imagination.
9 – Week Online Writing Workshop
* Learn storytelling techniques specifically tailored for children.
* Study the art of understanding the world of story, characters and structure.
* Explore intriguing characters and their unique traits.
* Focus on what makes a scene compelling and working scenes together to tell a full story.
* Write your own a one page synopsis of the episode idea.
* The ethics of writing for children
* Storytelling for children
* Writing a compelling synopsis
* Writing your first script
* Screenings, live exercises and reviews
Aspiring writers and screenwriters, Animation students and professionals, Children’s content creators, Educators and teachers, Producers and directors, Storyboard artists and animators, Voice actors and actresses, Parents and caregivers (creating content for their own children), Industry professionals seeking to transition into children’s animation, Anyone passionate about creating engaging content for young audiences
Main Facilitator
Omotunde Akiode is a Nigerian screenwriter with a career spanning 15 years in live action and animation shows, in Nigeria and on international platforms, including PBS, Netflix, Disney, Multichoice and various other production companies.
Omotunde’s storytelling is characterized by its ability to captivate audiences of all ages, seamlessly blending entertainment with valuable life lessons. She is committed to crafting narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
Beyond her extensive professional achievements, Omotunde Akiode is known for her unwavering dedication to promoting African stories and voices.
Omotunde is represented by Hudson Agency, New York.