Character Rigging and 2D Animation in Toon Boom

Understand character rigging fundamentals in Toon Boom Harmony.
Build skeletal structures and control rigs for 2D characters.
Create facial rigs and animate expressions.
Apply animation principles for natural movement.
Implement lip-syncing and dynamic character actions.
Optimise rigs and workflows for professional animation production.

The Character Rigging and 2D Animation in Toon Boom course is suitable for animators, character designers, digital artists, and students interested in professional 2D animation.

It is ideal for beginners with basic drawing or animation knowledge, as well as experienced animators who want to enhance their rigging and animation workflows. The course is particularly valuable for learners aiming to create production-ready characters for animation studios, freelance projects, or independent productions. By completing this course, learners will acquire practical skills to rig and animate characters efficiently, produce expressive animations, and improve overall animation quality in a professional or personal setting.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is suitable for learners aged 16 and above who are interested in animation, character design, or digital art. Basic drawing skills and familiarity with computers are recommended but not mandatory. Learners are encouraged to have good English skills, basic numeracy, and general IT competence. Step-by-step guidance ensures accessibility for beginners while providing professional-level rigging and animation techniques for learners seeking to strengthen their skills in 2D animation production.

Upon successful completion of the Character Rigging and 2D Animation in Toon Boom, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course offers flexible, self-paced online learning, allowing learners to study at a time and pace that suits them. Expert-designed modules focus on practical, career-focused skills in character rigging and 2D animation.

Learners gain transferable skills that enhance a CV and support professional development in animation, gaming, and digital media. Completing this course equips learners to create fully rigged characters, animate expressive movements, and optimise workflows for production efficiency. The practical, results-oriented approach ensures learners can immediately apply their skills to real-world animation projects and achieve high-quality, professional outcomes.

Yes. The course introduces character rigging and 2D animation concepts step by step, making it accessible to learners with basic animation or drawing knowledge.

Learners gain professional rigging and animation skills applicable to animation studios, freelance projects, gaming, and multimedia productions, enhancing employability and portfolio quality.

The course is fully online and self-paced. Learners can access the materials anytime from any device, making it easy to study alongside work or personal commitments.