How to Become a Character Designer: Australian Careers in Gaming and Animation

If you’re looking to grow your skill set in graphic design and stand out professionally, this course offers your first career step! Study the Graphic Design: Elevate course from Academy Xi and get equipped with the concepts, mindset, and practical experience required to design slick visual assets and thrive in this rewarding field.

Available 100% online for you to study at your own pace and convenience, this course is designed for students seeking to understand the core concepts, techniques, and tools of graphic design. Study the core principles of design, understand the application of human-centered design, build a toolkit of practical techniques to convey visual messages, design collateral that cuts through, and drive innovative visual communication through experimentation and testing. You’ll complete this course with practical new skills and an industry-standard portfolio of your work – all from the comfort of your own home.

Companies across all industries are constantly on the hunt for people with Graphic Design skills to help them craft innovative assets that build brand differentiation and elicit emotional connections with target audiences. Give yourself an edge over the rest with the Graphic Design: Elevate course from Academy Xi.

You will need to invest 60-80 hours over a six-month period and will also get access to an exclusive Digital Skills Masterclass webinar program to learn critical digital skills from industry experts, grow your network and get advice from graduates now working in the field.

 

 

 

If you’re a good visual story teller and would like to use this talent as a basis for a rewarding career, then this Graphic Design: Transform course from Academy Xi could be just what you’re looking for.

This intensive online program is structured to give students a comprehensive set of theoretical and practical skills essential for achieving proficiency as a well-rounded Graphic Designer. The course covers all the essential design fundamentals such as graphic design theory, composition & typography, logos and branding, photo manipulation, web design basics and digital illustration amongst others. The course also involves eight weeks of working on real life client briefs which will give you plenty of practical experience and a chance to put your new skills to use.

This course is delivered 100% online with full support from Academy Xi’s training staff and unlimited one-on-one tutoring, and can be fast-tracked in three months or you can take your time and complete the course in up to 12 months.

You’ll graduate:

• Job ready
• Mentor & cohort supported (unlimited 1:1 mentoring from industry experts)
• With a final project industry showcase
• With a job guarantee and career support
• With an industry recognised certificate

Start your career in the design industry with a Diploma of Design, delivered by Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia.

This Diploma of Design has been developed to provide a broad sample of different design specialities for people with or without a background in design. Our extensive selection of elective courses give you an introduction to topic areas such as Branded Fashion Design, Communication Design, Digital Media Design, Interior Design, and Game Design and Development. This design diploma provides full credit as a pathway into the more advanced courses, so you can specialise and choose your direction after sampling everything the Diploma of Design has to offer.

DIA-recognised course

This course is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia, giving you confidence that your education is of the highest industry standard.

Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence

You’ll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you’re studying Design with us.

The Diploma of Digital Art (Concept Art) offered by CG Spectrum Institute is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel as a concept artist in the creative industries. This course covers a wide range of topics, including character, creature, prop, and environment design for film, games, and publishing. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software such as Photoshop, Blender, and ZBrush, and will learn to navigate production pipelines and creative workflows effectively.

Throughout the course, students will develop both their technical and creative abilities, as well as essential interpersonal skills such as communication, problem-solving, and leadership. The curriculum is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices that underpin the creative industries, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the job market. The course is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility for students to learn at their own pace while still receiving guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals.

Enquire to learn more about how the Diploma of Digital Art (Concept Art) – CGS101 can help you kickstart your career in the creative industries.

The Bachelor of Digital Art (Concept Art) offered by CG Spectrum Institute is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel as a concept artist in the creative industries. This course covers a wide range of topics, including character, creature, prop, and environment design for film, games, and publishing. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software such as Photoshop, Blender, and ZBrush, and will learn to navigate production pipelines and creative workflows effectively.

Throughout the course, students will develop both their technical and creative abilities, as well as essential interpersonal skills such as communication, problem-solving, and leadership. The curriculum is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices that underpin the creative industries, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the job market. The course is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility for students to learn at their own pace while still receiving guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals.

Diploma Exit: Students can choose to exit the bachelor’s degree after trimester 02 with a diploma or continue their studies through to trimester 06 and earn their bachelor’s degree.

Enquire to learn more about how the Bachelor of Digital Art (Concept Art) can help you kickstart your career in the creative industries.