Creating Engaging AI-Animated Characters for Viral Content
A course by Luke Wilcoxson , 2D Motion Designer & Creative Director
Joined April 2020
Create realistic AI animated characters with tools like Mid Journey and Premiere, perfect for viral content creation
Joined April 2020
Discover the magic of creating vibrant, character-led videos using the latest AI tools. With the surge in viral content featuring animated stormtroopers, yetis, and talking dogs, this course will guide you in crafting your own unique digital personas. Learn to conceptualize imaginative characters, design them with precision, and animate with ease. Utilize tools like Midjourney for design, VO for animation, and 11labs for adding personality and voice. Your creations will not only be ready to share but also have the potential to captivate audiences and make a mark in the digital world.
Whether you're a brand builder, content creator, or simply exploring for fun, this comprehensive guide offers a step-by-step approach to mastering AI-driven video production. Uncover the secrets behind viral trends and find inspiration to fuel your projects. From brainstorming original ideas to polishing your final video in Premiere, each session is designed to enhance your skills and creativity. Embrace the opportunity to innovate and engage with audiences through mesmerizing character animations, all while staying on the cutting edge of digital content creation.
What will you learn in this online course?
8 lessons & 1 download
- 100% positive reviews (3)
- 462 students
- 8 lessons (51m)
- 1 download
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, German, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
ElevenLabs
Midjourney
Veo3What is this course's project?
Students will learn to create unique AI-driven characters, animate them, and polish videos for social media. Master the use of AI tools to design, animate, and bring characters to life, enabling engaging storytelling that resonates and potentially goes viral.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring creators, marketers, and social media enthusiasts eager to produce engaging AI-driven character videos will benefit from this course. Ideal for those wanting to craft captivating content that connects with audiences and explores new digital animation techniques.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is needed, but a basic understanding of design software and animation tools is helpful. You'll require a computer with internet access, design software like Photoshop, and animation programs such as Premiere. Creativity is your main tool.
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Luke Wilcoxson
A course by Luke Wilcoxson
Luke Wilcoxson is a UK-born 2D motion designer and creative director currently based in Mexico City. He works with international brands and agencies across the UK, USA, and Latin America, creating explainer videos, brand animations, social content, and motion graphics that blend storytelling, strategic design, and sound.
As the founder and creative director of Only The Bold, Luke leads a team dedicated to video strategies that drive behavioral change and social impact. He also founded Motion Design Mexico, a community initiative that connects designers and animators through talks, events, and creative exchange within the Latin American motion design scene.
Content
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Creating Engaging AI-Animated Characters for Viral Content
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Creating AI Characters That Feel Alive
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Designing Unique Anthropomorphic AI Characters
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Mastering AI Prompting for Character Animation
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Building and Blending Characters in Midjourney and Photoshop
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Animating AI Characters and Crafting Comedic Scenes
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Creating Consistent Character Voices with ElevenLabs
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Final Edits, Sound Design, and Polish
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Recap and Final Showcase
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Final project
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
Original Courses: Complete classes that combine videos, texts, and educational materials to complete a specific project from start to finish.
Basics Courses: Specialized training where you master specific software tools step by step.
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When do the deep dive courses start and when do they finish?
All deep dive courses are 100% online, so once they're published, deep dive courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
What do Domestika's deep dive courses include?
The deep dive courses are divided into different modules. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with other students, as well as share your work and your final project, creating a community around the deep dive courses.
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ElevenLabs
Midjourney
Veo3
Helpful course THANK U ! As a beginner, I wish there were more free or more affordable tools to practice with. It would also be great if you could explain more about how to keep the same character consistent from different angles using Nano Banana.
Excelente curso, me deu muitas info
Fine course - very helpful - thanks, Luke!