The creation of fantasy and horror characters is a very important role, as they will play a fundamental role in video games with this theme" 

Video games are more and more popular nowadays, and so are their characters. Some of them become the public face and the reference point, so that the characteristics they have will be of the utmost importance. This is why it is increasingly common for game design and development companies to look for qualified personnel to take care of this part of the production. Thanks to this program, the student will be able to develop different skills. With them, you will be able to obtain the necessary qualifications to be able to give life to different fantastic and horror animation characters in the best companies of the sector.  

The creation of a character is part of a process during which it is important to first follow some basic lines in order to give it shape. For example, it is important to decide what their appearance will be, their most characteristic features or even their poses. The personality goes hand in hand with the success of the video game. It’s important to create charisma and attitude since, thanks to these aptitudes we will achieve better engagement with the character. 

Within the theme of fantasy and horror, the possibilities are endless. Knowledge of different creatures and characters will help in the elaboration of a suitable character from scratch.  A lot of them, however, are inspired by different works of literature or big works of cinema such as Harry Potter or Dracula. In these cases, the analysis of the main resources is a highly important task. 

The postgraduate diploma in Design and Creation of 2D Fantasy and Horror Characters prepares the student to correctly develop this type of subjects, with special emphasis on different aspects such as anatomy and the geometric shapes that define them. Thanks to a highly qualified teaching team and the different modules included in this program, the student will develop all the necessary skills to become part of the best companies in the sector and become a professional in this field. 

Fantasy and horror characters are a fundamental pillar in creating an invaluable connection between gamers and video games in these categories"

This postgraduate diploma in Design and Creation of 2D Fantasy and Horror Characters contains the most complete and innovative educational program on the market. Its key characteristics are as follows: 

• Practical cases presented by experts in the creation of 2D fantasy and horror characters 
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning 
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions for experts and individual reflection work 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

Thanks to TECH’s online methodology, you will become an expert in character creation without set timetables or restrictions” 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Dare to design characters that will impress everyone"

With this postgraduate diploma you will be able to stand out in the sector"

This program has been designed so that the student will acquire all the necessary knowledge for the creation of both fantastic and horror characters applied to video games. In this way, once they have finished this program, students will be able to face the different tasks within the design of video games, focused on their specialty in a optimal and professional way. 

Learn in depth about the different fantasy and horror characters that exist and dare to design them like you had never imagined before, using the different techniques provided by our teaching team” 

General Objectives

• Encourage the necessary documentation and reference taking needed to do the job correctly 
• Know how to structure, create and build characters 
• Acquire the necessary skills for the creation of fantasy characters 
• Analyze the development and creation of horror characters 
• Exhaustively develop characters specifically for 2D and 3D video games 

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Character Building 

• Define the lines of action for the characters and their complex forms 
• Study the anatomy, hair and head of characters 
• Gain in-depth knowledge in cartoon characters and animals and how to define them  
• Know the correct representation of limbs and hands in different types of characters 

Module 2. Fantastic Creatures 

• Deepen understanding of the different types of fantastic creatures 
• Correctly differentiate between the different kinds of flying, aquatic and subterranean creatures 
• Learn about the different types of fairytale creatures and hybrid beings, as well as demons and giants 
• Learn to represent gods and demigods with greater strength 

Module 3.  Horror Characters 

• Know the anatomy of horror characters and the keys to their correct representation 
• Deepen knowledge in the creation and design of vampires, werewolves and mummies. 
• Analyze classic horror figures such as Frankenstein's monster or Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde 
• Know the geometric shapes that define extraterrestrial or alien beings

This program is what you were looking for to help you become a relevant creator in the video game industry”