CHARACTER DESIGN CONSULTANT

BUSINESS OVERVIEW

Character design consultants work with authors, animators, or game developers to create visually and narratively compelling characters. It’s a creative service ideal for illustrators and storytellers.

STARTUP COST

Low (< $500)

HOME-BASED

Yes

SKILLS REQUIRED

Design software proficiency (e.g., Canva, Adobe), creativity

IDEAL FOR

Ideal for creatives with a strong visual sense and design software skills.

FIT CHECK

Perfect for designers who enjoy creating engaging and thoughtful tools that help users reflect, plan, or stay focused.

STEP-BY-STEP BUSINESS STARTUP

1. Define character creation framework
2. Create examples with visuals and bios
3. Offer coaching, templates, or workshops
4. Market to authors and game designers
5. Collect testimonials and build community

COMMON MISTAKES

Failing to define how the tool should be used, not testing card formatting, or skipping license terms for digital distribution.

LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) CONSIDERATIONS

Offering visual or card-based learning tools for download means handling expectations and IP rights — an LLC gives legal backing. Selling digital cards, decks, or prompts for educational or productivity use is a business — an LLC formalizes your operation. Designing cards or visual rituals? Make your tools official with a quick LLC setup.

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