Character design courses can help you learn anatomy, color theory, personality development, and storytelling through visual elements. You can build skills in sketching, digital painting, and creating character backstories that resonate with audiences. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, and Blender, that support bringing your characters to life and refining your artistic style. You'll also explore techniques for character animation and how to effectively convey emotions through design.

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, Fine-tuning, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Autoencoders, Hugging Face, Embeddings, Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, LLM Application, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Model Training, Model Optimization, Image Quality
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Ajax, Development Environment, Content Management Systems, Content Management, Secure Coding, Web Development, Data Management, Web Design and Development, PHP (Scripting Language), Database Management, Dashboard Creation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Security, Application Security, Javascript, Data Validation
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Visual Design, Marketing Collateral, Content Creation, Marketing, Business Communication, Entrepreneurship
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Interactive Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Animations, Graphics Software, Event-Driven Programming, No-Code Development, Software Installation, Development Environment, Scripting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Driving engagement, Customer Acquisition Management, Product Promotion, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Metric, Customer Engagement, Content Optimization, Business Metrics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Animations, 3D Assets, Game Design, Development Testing, Virtual Environment, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI), Performance Tuning, System Implementation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Personalized Campaigns, Inside Sales, Prompt Engineering Tools, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Email Automation, AI Personalization, Sales Management, HubSpot CRM, Sales, Sales Prospecting, ChatGPT, Driving engagement, Anthropic Claude, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Communications Management, Customer Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Automation, Analytics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Equipment, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Systems Of Measurement, Building Design, Laboratory Procedures, Simulation and Simulation Software, Architectural Design, Simulations, Architecture and Construction, Human Factors, Design Strategies, Physics, Psychology, Physiology, 3D Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Storytelling, Driving engagement, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Data Ethics, User Centered Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Network Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, IT Automation, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Wide Area Networks, General Networking, Cloud Deployment, DevOps, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, 3D Assets, Autodesk Maya, Contract Negotiation, Web Presence, Peer Review, Entrepreneurship, Billing & Invoicing, Animations, Animation and Game Design, Growth Strategies, Invoicing, Collaboration, 3D Modeling, Professional Development, Adaptability, Persistence, Professionalism, Business Planning, Autodesk
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months