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Creative Writing Courses

Creative writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, dialogue crafting, and the art of revision. You can build skills in creating vivid imagery, developing unique voices, and exploring various genres such as fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Many courses introduce tools like writing software, editing applications, and platforms for sharing your work, which can enhance your writing process and help you connect with a broader audience.


Popular Creative Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    How to Create Color Gradients in Adobe Illustrator

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Color Theory, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Digital Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Berklee

    Pro Tools Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Automation, File Management, Electronic Media

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    606 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University at Buffalo

    Computer Vision Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Matlab, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
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    Skillshare

    Create and Finance a Short Documentary Film

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Videography, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Storytelling, Proposal Writing, Target Audience, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Business Writing, Writing and Editing, Promotional Strategies, Marketing, Concision, Editing, Creativity, Writing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Deep Research: Strategic AI Edge for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI Agents, Procurement, Generative AI, Competitive Intelligence, Due Diligence, Business Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Market Intelligence, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Technical Consulting, Talent Acquisition, Technology Strategies, Agentic systems, Business Ethics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Pedagogy, Literacy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Styles, Cultural Diversity, Learning Theory, Multimedia, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Writing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Inglés Empresarial: Finanzas y Economía

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Negotiation, Purchasing, Business Writing, Business Communication, Decision Making, Forecasting, Auditing, Communication, Budgeting, Influencing, Vocabulary, English Language, Leadership, Financial Acumen, Presentations, Business Economics, Communication Strategies, Finance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    411 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Drive Engagement, Target Audience, Storytelling, Concision, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    400 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    T

    The University of Tokyo

    Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    768 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Michigan State University

    Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Information Privacy, Web Design and Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Breakthrough Advertisements: Basics to Begin

    Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing Materials, Promotional Materials, Marketing Design, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Typography, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Estrategia de Identidad de una Marca

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Content Strategy, Business Strategies, Design Research, Market Research, Content Creation, Creative Design, Creativity, Target Audience, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    179 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular creative writing courses

  • How to Create Color Gradients in Adobe Illustrator: Coursera
  • Pro Tools Basics: Berklee
  • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Create and Finance a Short Documentary Film: Skillshare
  • Generative AI Deep Research: Strategic AI Edge for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Inglés Empresarial: Finanzas y Economía: Arizona State University
  • Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations: IBM
  • Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan: The University of Tokyo
  • Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing: Michigan State University

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