Overview

The 9-Month Mentorship program is designed to elevate your skills as a character artist through a structured, hands-on approach.

This program is ideal for aspiring artists looking to refine their craft, build a professional portfolio, and gain the expertise needed to succeed in the competitive world of character art.

With personalized mentorship. industry insights, and a focus on real-world production pipelines, you’ll develop the skills necessary to create exceptional, portfolio-ready characters for AAA games, films, and beyond.

Program Structure

Month 1-3: Building the foundation

The first three months of the program are dedicated to building a solid foundation in character design, start with Stylized or AA Character Creation. You’ll focus on mastering the fundamentals - proportions, anatomy, silhouette design, and stylization - while exploring different styles and approaches.

Alongside your hands-on projects, you’ll have access to a series of Workshops the cover industry-relevant topics, helping you identify and strengthen any areas of improvement.

Learning Focus:

  • Stylized or AA Character Creation

  • Strong Silhouettes and Design Principles

  • Proportions, Anatomy, and Exaggeration

  • Workflow and Zbrush or Equivalent Tools

  • Weekly assignments tailored to your individual skill gaps

Month 4-8: AAA Character Production

In the next five months, the program will transition into AAA Character production, where you’ll focus exclusively on developing a high-quality, AAA-level character.

This phase is all about refining your character creation skills to meet industry standards, from concept to completion.

You’ll dedicate your time and energy to creating a fully-realized, production-ready character, applying everything you’ve learned so far. During this time, your mentor will guide you through the process, providing one-on-one feedback and expert advice to ensure you’re producing portfolio-ready work.

Learning Focus:

  • Creating a High-Quality AAA Character

  • Detailed Sculpting, Texturing, and Shading

  • Hair, Clothing, and Accessory Creation

  • Optimization and Clean Topology

  • Real-Time rendering Techniques

  • Professional Feedback and Revisions

Month 9: Portfolio and Career Development

The final month is focused on preparing you for the job market. You’ll work on presenting your finished Characters in the best possible light, creating your demo reel and portfolio. This is where your hard work pays off, as you learn how to showcase your character art in a compelling, professional way that will grab the attention of potential employers.

In addition, you’ll receive Career Workshops that cover everything from crafting an impactful resume to navigating the job search, interview preparation, and networking strategies.

Learning Focus:

  • Creating an Impressive Demo Reel

  • Portfolio Refinement and Presentation Techniques

  • Resume Building and Interview Preparation

  • Networking and Job Search Strategies

  • Personal Branding and Online Presence