Course title :  Introduction to Digital Character Design  

 

Explore the world of digital character design with our comprehensive course. Learn essential skills in character creation, animation, and storytelling using industry-standard software. Discover techniques for designing engaging characters for games, animation, and digital media. Perfect for beginners and aspiring digital artists looking to unleash their creativity and enter the exciting field of character design. Unlock your artistic potential and bring your characters to life in the digital realm. Join now to master the art of digital character design and embark on a rewarding creative journey.

Description

Delve into the exciting realm of digital character design with our comprehensive course. From concept to completion, learn the fundamentals of creating captivating characters using industry-leading software. Gain hands-on experience in character modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation techniques, tailored for beginners and aspiring digital artists. Explore the principles of character design for games, animation, and digital storytelling, and unleash your creativity in crafting unique personalities and visual narratives. With expert guidance and practical exercises, you'll develop essential skills to bring your characters to life on screen. Whether you aspire to become a professional character designer, animator, or game developer, this course provides a solid foundation to kickstart your journey in the dynamic world of digital art. Join us now and embark on an immersive learning experience that will elevate your digital character design skills to the next level.

Why Online ?

  • Cost effective - Typically UK diploma starts from GBP £3000 per annum, but with online study, you can enjoy saving more than 60% on your educational investment.
  • Practical Content - The coursework is immediately applicable to the careers, and you can earn long-term gains including increase in salary and promotions
  • Study anytime, anywhere - You don't have to attend a College campus, so you can study from anywhere in the world. The online delivery enables you to download the lecture notes, submit assignments wherever you are.
  • Assessments - Assessment is via assignment submission

Who is this course for?

Career path

Completing an "Introduction to Digital Character Design" course can open doors to various exciting career paths in the digital arts industry. Graduates of this course can pursue roles such as:

  1. Character Designer: Create original characters for video games, animation, films, and other digital media platforms.

  2. 3D Modeler: Design and develop 3D models of characters, props, and environments for games, movies, and virtual reality experiences.

  3. Character Animator: Bring characters to life through movement and emotion using animation techniques for games, movies, and TV shows.

  4. Game Artist: Create characters, assets, and environments for video games, specializing in visual storytelling and game design.

  5. Storyboard Artist: Visualize and plan character interactions and scenes through storyboarding for animation, film, and video game projects.

  6. Concept Artist: Generate visual concepts and designs for characters, creatures, and environments in the pre-production phase of entertainment projects.

  7. Digital Illustrator: Produce digital illustrations and concept art for books, magazines, advertising, and online media platforms.

  8. Texture Artist: Apply textures and surface details to 3D models to enhance realism and visual appeal in video games, movies, and virtual simulations.

  9. Visual Effects (VFX) Artist: Create special effects and visual enhancements for films, TV shows, and video games, integrating digital characters seamlessly into live-action footage.

  10. Freelance Digital Artist: Work independently or as a contractor, providing character design and digital art services to clients in various industries, including entertainment, advertising, and publishing.

By acquiring skills in digital character design, graduates can pursue diverse career opportunities in the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of digital arts and entertainment.

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

    • 6 Months
    • 9 Months
Entry Requirements

In order to apply you should have either:

    • OR;
Course Content
    1. Fundamentals of Digital Art

      • Introduction to digital art tools and software
      • Basic principles of digital drawing and painting
      • Understanding digital color theory and composition
    2. Character Design Basics

      • Exploring character design principles
      • Creating character silhouettes and thumbnails
      • Developing character personalities and traits
    3. 3D Modeling Fundamentals

      • Introduction to 3D modeling software
      • Basic modeling techniques for characters
      • Understanding topology and mesh optimization
    4. Texturing and Shading

      • Applying textures and materials to 3D models
      • Understanding UV mapping techniques
      • Introduction to shaders and material properties
    5. Character Rigging

      • Basics of character rigging and skeletal systems
      • Creating rig controls and IK/FK systems
      • Skinning and weight painting for character deformation
    6. Character Animation

      • Principles of character animation
      • Keyframe animation techniques
      • Introduction to character posing and timing
    7. Character Expression and Emotion

      • Understanding facial expressions and emotions
      • Rigging and animating facial features
      • Conveying character emotions through animation
    8. Character Design for Games

      • Principles of game character design
      • Designing characters for different game genres
      • Optimization techniques for game characters
    9. Portfolio Development

      • Creating a professional portfolio for character design
      • Showcasing character design projects and artwork
      • Presenting and marketing your character design skills
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission

Fee Structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

    • 6 Months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
    • 9 Months - Standard mode @ GBP £950
Fee payment plans

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

    6 months programme● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
    ● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
    9 months programme● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
    ● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
    ● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
Accreditation

The programme is awarded by London School of International Business

How to apply?

Simply follow the 2 steps given below to apply:
1. Fill application form on-line at https://www.educationtraining.org.uk/enrolment-form/start.html
2. Pay application fee of GBP £10
(This can be paid online using credit or debit card)

Please visit our online application form to apply.