Careers in sequential art

Become a cartoonist. Become a character designer. Become a concept artist. Become a production artist. Sequential artists combine the narrative skills of a writer with the drawing skills of an illustrator to tell impactful stories that define generations.

Launch your career as a professional:

  • Storyboard artist
  • Publisher/editor
  • Character/creature designer

And get recruited and hired by the best of the best:

  • Marvel Comics
  • DC Comics
  • Disney
  • DreamWorks Animation
  • Cartoon Network

Alumnus Chris Lie, CEO of Caravan Studio

At SCAD, we give students the tools they need to excel in the most fast-paced workplaces, in the most prestigious roles. CEO and founder of Caravan Studio Chris Lie (M.F.A., sequential art, 2005) discusses his passion for sequential art, the importance of storytelling, and how SCAD helped him turn his dream of becoming a professional artist into a reality.

"The professors at SCAD are the best. Their knowledge and dedication guided me throughout my education."

Chris Lie | CEO and founder of Caravan Studio
Student works on Wacom tablet

SCAD will see you to success

SCAD supports its students from first classes to graduation and beyond. Throughout their SCAD journey and professional path, the SCAD office for career and alumni success (CAS) offers students and graduates an array of career-building services:

  • Résumé development
  • Portfolio building
  • Mock interviews
  • Self-promotion
  • Assistance finding internships and employment opportunities

With its preeminent instruction, professional guidance, and one-on-one career advising, SCAD will help you launch your creative career to new heights