In addition to character design-related work, my friends at the game company mentioned another position to me, which is the merchandise planning department. Whether it is a game or animation, when a work becomes popular, the production and sales of merchandise products are indispensable.

And with the development of the Internet, there are more and more merchandise styles. There are also more and more people who are willing to spend money and buy merchandises for their favorite works.

This position requires not only painting skills, but also graphic design and typesetting abilities. Need to be proficient in using software such as PS and PR. You also need to have an understanding of different product materials and different merchandise styles. In addition, they also need to have certain publicity and planning capabilities.

In my daily life, I often draw fan works of my favorite animated characters. There are many static illustrations and dynamic animations. And I also tried to make my own merchandises. It’s so much fun and I’m really addicted to it.

So when my friend mentioned this position to me, I was really excited, and she also felt that my painting style was very suitable for this position. I will learn more about this position in the next period of time.

I plan to apply for an artist booth at the London Comic Con next May and sell the merchandises and illustrations I made. This will be my first step.