Guía técnica para la producción de motion comics.

Abstract

In an environment increasingly saturated with visual stimuli, where a vast amount of digital content seems to be just a click away, we asked ourselves the following question: ¿Why is a format such as the motion comic, which combines graphic narrative, animation, and sound elements, still a largely unexplored, almost forgotten form of digital content? This research project was born precisely from that concern. From that perceived void in the experience of many young creators who, in different educational contexts, face frustration when they discover that they have great ideas but lack a clear roadmap for developing them. Considering the great potential of motion comics, information on this format seems outdated and very scarce. The little content that is taught in academic institutions or that exists on the internet is limited to simply explaining the use of software, excluding the fundamentals. Furthermore, studying digital animation in many Latin American countries, such as Ecuador, is not only a vocational decision but, for many, an economic privilege. In light of these problems, the main objective of this research is to develop a technical guide for the production of motion comics, which will provide the essential content for the production process of this digital medium and validate its effectiveness through the creation of a motion comic entitled “Ecos de Medianoche” (Echoes of Midnight). This production serves as a practical example that demonstrates the application of the concepts and strategies described in the guide.