Character design
Character design (of English. Characterdesign , dt., See also "character design") refers to the design and visual-graphic realization of a figure for later use in animation , advertising , street art , graphic design , comic or visual art . The character designer's drawings define the character three-dimensionally and provide other artists with a template for their work with the character to ensure a consistent overall design . The profession is particularly widespread in Japan in the anime industry, where there are courses in character design and corresponding training at animation schools.
The character design process begins with discussions between the project manager and character designer about the project. The designer then suggests drafts for the characters that will be evaluated by those involved. Finally, the designer creates the draft of the figure in characteristic key positions and perspectives . These are then accepted by the director and producer. Usually there are already templates, such as comics or books, according to which the characters are designed.