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Memes 101
Rating: 4.4 out of 5(53 ratings)
1,358 students

Memes 101

How To Make & Share Memes
Created byLinda Landeros
Last updated 4/2021
English

What you'll learn

  • Students will learn how to write jokes to accompany original memes.
  • Students will learn how to write captions that build off the joke of their memes.

Course content

2 sections7 lectures35m total length
  • Introduction1:31

    Meet your instructor for the course!

  • What is a Meme?3:43

    In this lesson we will discuss what a meme is and learn the benefits of comedy and laughter.

    By the end of the lesson you will be able to define what a meme is and state 3 benefits of creating original, humorous memes.


  • Types of Memes, Joke Structure, & Game5:05

    In this lesson you will learn the 2 components of a meme and a joke, in addition to the relationship between memes and joke structure. Then we will discuss the 2 categories of memes and define game. We will then look at some examples of game memes.

    By the end of the lesson you will be able to cite the difference between organic and game memes and state the game of a meme.

  • Joke Writing For Memes3:10

    In this lesson we are going to go over some joke writing tips for memes.

    By the end of the lesson you will be able to cite 3 tips for writing strong punchlines, and how to add a comedic tag as your post’s caption.

  • How to Make Memes3:46

    In this lesson we will go over the various ways to make a meme, and by the end of the lesson you will be able to make your own.

  • Finding Inspiration for Memes2:50

    In our final lesson we’ll go over some tips for finding inspiration for creating memes.

    Be sure to check out the stock photography sites in the resources, and if you make dog memes tag @bitchindogmemes on Instagram, I'd love to share them! Any other memes you create I'd love to see so please tag @yourcomedycoach or @lalindalanderos on TikTok, Instagram, or Twitter! Thanks for taking this course!

Requirements

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Description

In this free course, learn how to write and create original memes! Learn the relationship between joke writing and creating original, humorous memes!

Memes have become an important part of how we communicate our sense of humor online and in person. These cultural items are a staple of internet humor and can be created for any audience and niche.

If you're interested in creating original memes for social media or an online business, memes are a fun addition to your feed that can attract more followers. Whether you're looking to grow on social media or simply to leave your stamp in the online zeitgeist, this course will give you the skills of a joke writer to create funny, viral-worthy memes!

Join comedian and comedy coach Linda Landeros as she shares her favorite tips and tricks from her experience as a comedian and from creating and running her own dog meme page on Instagram, which has over 36k followers!

If you’re really interested in creating comedic content for social media, be sure to check out my Intro to Comedy course, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of stand-up, improv, and sketch in an integrated approach. You’ll learn how to write jokes for stand-up, improvise original characters, and write monologues and sketches.


Who this course is for:

  • Social media managers, influencers, and online businesses
  • Comedians, artists, & writers
  • Anyone who loves memes