Workshop ‘Til You Drop
To win Comic Creation Nation: APTN, you’ll have to go toe-to-toe with your competitors in two grueling arenas:
The Pitch Doctor: Using our patented pitching machine, you’ll show the community your (hopefully) awesome story idea, listen to their feedback, and create new versions based on that feedback. If you build your pitch, they will come. You’ll find everything you need to get started on your 22 page story pitch under the “Creations” tab in the main menu.
The Public Jury: A good idea goes a long way towards securing your victory — but it’s no nail in the coffin. You’ll have to use all your powers of persuasion to convince the Z2H community that you can make a good comic. Use the Z2H blogs, forums, and any other weapon you can to prove you’re the next Frank Miller.
Here are a few time-honoured techniques that will get you noticed on the arena floor:
1. Communicate Regularly — not only does this build a rapport with the community, it keeps your name and hopes front and center in their minds. For best results, pick one channel (like our blogs) and use it religiously.
2. Engage the Audience — when people post comments on your pitch, respond to them. If people ask questions on your blog, take the time for a considered response. This builds a sense of connection with you and your work.
3. Build a Personal Brand — and make sure it isn’t “that jerk with the hat”. Present your ideas and arguments with a dash of humility and take any criticism constructively. That doesn’t mean selling out, but it does mean being a mensch (look it up).
4. Make High Impact Updates — the Pitch Doctor is designed to allow you to go back in and refine your pitch as often as you like. But rather than diddling with your comma placement, make significant upgrades and let people know what’s changed.
Comic Creation Nation: APTN is presented by:
