Courses for beginner IT-specialists: 10 promising professions for beginners

1. Operator

Duration: 10 months.

Operators are not the ones whose names everyone is waiting for in the credits. But at the same time, the success of the film largely depends on the movements of the camera, the nature of the shots and the choice of angles. "The cameraman is not only the closest assistant to the director - he is always one of the co-authors of the film," saidNew exposition at Mosfilm / Mosfilm still Eldar Ryazanov, but these words are still relevant today, when the shooting technique has stepped forward a lot.

With the Skillbox courseProfession Operator» you will learn how to select equipment, shoot and edit videos, and by the end of the program you will have 3 completed projects in your portfolio. Breaking into the film industry seems like a fantasy challenge. But not right now. More and more series appear on the domestic market, and cinemas lack content - it seems that specialists are quite relevant. And if you don’t really want to see big screens, it’s worth remembering that wedding videographers and bloggers’ assistants also make good money. Career prospects within this profession can be different - you can find your niche for any creative ambitions.

Get behind the camera

2. Java developer

Duration: 9 months.

If you want to work in IT, but do not know what profession to choose, take a closer look at Java Development - This is a good option for courses for beginner IT specialists. Mobile applications, software, games, neural networks - dozens of roads are open to those who know Java. Know nothing about code? Don't worry: the program is adapted for beginners. The salaries of Java developers are also pleasing with pleasant numbers: already at the start, without experience, you can get offerJobs for Java developers without experience / HeadHunter for 60 thousand rubles.

Already in the first months of training, students will understand the development environment in detail and write their first console application. The final project of the course is the creation of a search engine for a specific site. In addition, students will have an internship in a team under the guidance of an experienced team leader and on assignment from a real customer - you will be able to participate in the development of a unique social network. At this stage, students are fully immersed in the profession, get acquainted with the Scrum methodology and receive soft skills, which are indispensable in the industry. By the way, Skillbox also has a six-month course on Python - this language is considered one of the easiest to start in IT and get acquainted with the code.

Go to IT

3. Manager in online education

Duration: 8 months.

Online schools and universities surprise no one. Every third blogger launches courses on social networks. Corporate trainings have become commonplace. And the desire for self-development and continuous learning are essential items of a good resume. And in this sea of ​​information products, we need our own “beacons”. The students of the courseManagement in online education» will learn how to manage and promote educational projects, launch their own schools and programs, as well as interact with large teams and successfully speak in public.

It will take from 3 to 5 hours a week to master the program - it is convenient to combine classes with studies at a university or work. If there are any gaps in motivation, the constant support of curators in the Telegram chat will help to fill them. The course can be purchased in installments. It is quite possible to find a job in online education after 6 months of training, so you can pay for the program from the salary in the new specialty. And those who are unstoppable in the thirst for knowledge will also be pleased with the annual access to the CESPA online platform for teaching English. Everyone who completes three practical tasks of the main program will receive it.

Start learning and teaching

4. Web Designer

Duration: Seven months.

Another course for beginner IT specialists. The direction of web design is suitable for those who do not want to learn code or do testing. The main task of a designer is to create a “package” for a site or application that will be pleasant and understandable for users. The results of this work directly affect the level of sales: the more convenient the site or application is, the more customers it will attract. On the courseWeb design from scratch to Pro» you will master Figma and be able to replenish your portfolio with a website layout for a real customer.

Design sprints will help you fully immerse yourself in the profession - students participate in them every month during training. Such events prepare future specialists for real tasks and everyday work, and also provide an opportunity to get to know colleagues and look at potential jobs. For example, participants in previous streams created a landing page for Aeroflot and movie pages for Kinopoisk — mentioning such experience in the portfolio would not be superfluous.

Make your first website

5. Product Marketer

Duration: 9 months.

Such a specialist can work both in production and in the digital sphere. Regardless of the industry, his tasks are approximately the same: to research the market, understand what kind of product customers need, and participate in the creation and promotion of goods that will be in demand among buyers and bring profit to the business. The marketer, in conjunction with the product manager and sales specialists, is looking for ways to interest the client and push him to buy.

Well "Profession Product Marketer» will help not only to master the necessary skills, but also to comfortably join the professional community. Students will take part in hackathons and workshops, where they will be able to make useful contacts and evaluate the skills of experienced colleagues.

Create new

6. Vkontakte promotion specialist

Duration: 5 months.

Something is fashionable, something is out of fashion, and VKontakte turned out to be closer than anyone to eternity. Today, bloggers are learning to shoot not only tiktok, but also clips for this social network. And many Internet stars are happy to shift all non-creative tasks to promotion specialists.

Well Skillbox dedicated to this profession launched in the summer of 2022. VKontakte specialists participated in the development of the program, so all the current changes and innovations of the platform are taken into account here. You can master three areas at once: SMM, targeting and copywriting. And you will also receive a career course as a gift, with which you will quickly find your first clients. At the end of the training, students will have useful templates, checklists and a portfolio with a certificate and a ready-made SMM development strategy for the community on the social network.

Get ahead in your career

7. Lingerie and swimwear designer

Duration: 9 months.

Body positivity trends and acceptance of the full diversity of human bodies open up new possibilities and perspectives for designers and stylists. While the mass market is not ready to offer sizes for a non-standard figure, small brands sewing clothes to order and releasing inclusive product lines will gain popularity. The profession of a lingerie designer will appeal to those who care about bringing value to the world, seeing positive feedback and knowing that someone's life has become better and more comfortable.

How to ensure the perfect fit and choose the right fabric, get into a fashion brand and launch your own production, create a stylish lookbook and get certified - with such questions, you should go to well Skillbox. By the way, the program was recorded together with the creator of the PETRA brand, Veronica Khan. In 2020, she entered the top 3 of the Forbes "30 most promising Russians under 30" rating in the Fashion and Design category. Together with her, a member of the Union of Designers of Russia and a practicing lingerie and swimwear designer with 16 years of experience in the market will act as speakers of the program.

Make the world a better place

8. IT recruiter

Duration: 6 months.

It seems to many that IT is a field only for techies. But in fact, big technology companies also need accountants, corporate psychologists, sometimes authors and screenwriters, and always good HR managers. Finding qualified developers or analysts for specific business needs is not an easy task. And the fees of IT recruiters correspond to the duties. Even juniors and assistant specialists in this field can receiveJobs for IT recruiters / HeadHunter up to 80 thousand rubles. At the same time, experienced recruiters often have piecework pay: for example, in the amount of double the salary of a selected specialist. At the same time, offers for top developers often amount to hundreds of thousands of rubles.

Well "Profession IT‑recruiter” will allow you to get acquainted with a promising and profitable area. A portfolio will help you get an offer and make good money, which after the course will include the final project of students for MegaFon or SberMarket. By the way, the skills of an IT recruiter will be useful, even if during the training you abruptly decide to change your future specialty. Those who know how employers work and think increase their chances of getting any job.

work with people

9. Marketplace manager

Duration: 9 months.

Internet order pickup points are now opening even in tiny towns, and platform turnover is increasing from year to year - growth can make upE-commerce in Russia 2021 / DataInsight up to 180%. There are more and more sellers and buyers on marketplaces, and the advertising tools of such sites are also becoming more diverse and complex. On the courseOccupation Marketplace manager» Students learn how to sell products and promote stores, communicate with customers, and build consumer confidence in brands. And also - to build full-fledged business development strategies on the conditions of specific sites.

After completing the program, items such as creating landing pages, quizzes and blogs on Tilda will go to your resume; setting up and launching targeted advertising; collection of the semantic core and SEO promotion. In 9 months of study, you will master the entire arsenal of tools for working with marketplaces. Additional inspiration can be drawn from the speakers of the course. Among them, for example, is the director of marketplaces at eShopMedia, successful entrepreneurs with real experience in selling on online platforms, and the president of the ARDA Digital Agencies Development Association. And if you already know a lot about e-commerce and want to focus on brand development and advertising, take the course "Marketplace Promotion Specialist».

Learn to sell

10. 3D modeler

Duration: 5 months.

A great option for those who want to work in game development or cinema and combine creative tasks with a technical specialty. In just 5 months, students will master Autodesk Maua, Marmoset Toolbag and Substance Painter, learn how to select texture and color, find references and hear the true needs of the customer. And also - they will figure out what mocap and rigging are, and learn how to set up the light and the scene.

Among the course speakers3D modeling for beginners”- artists who have worked on World of Tanks, War Thunder, Fortnite, League of Legends Story and other famous games. And also - an animator who took part in the creation of projects of Soyuzmultfilm and the Parovoz studio. Participation in the Game Box will help you decide on the direction of your career. This is a hands-on game development lab that will make it easy to join the gamedev community. You will connect with industry professionals, get a chance to work on assignments from real game studios, and possibly find a team for future projects.

Master 3D