Skillshare

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Skillshare provides an online learning community for creatives offering unlimited access to thousands of classes taught by industry pros, with hands-on projects and the ability to teach a class yourself.

Target Customer

Individual creatives and hobbyists or professionals seeking to upskill in creative disciplines (e.g., graphic design, illustration, photography, UI/UX, film & video, marketing), as well as teams and organizations via Skillshare for Teams (Creative Professionals, Creative Agencies, Educators/Schools).

Key Differentiator

Large, continually updated library of hands-on creative classes taught by industry leaders, learning paths and certificates, plus a dedicated Teams offering with seat management, usage insights, and live/1-on-1 sessions for organizational learning.

Implementation Timeline

Some customers report immediate value upon adoption (per testimonials); ongoing updates and learning paths support continuous skill development.

Pain Points

1Need for affordable, flexible, on-demand creative education outside traditional schooling.
2Desire for practical, project-based learning that yields real-world skills.
3For teams, need to upskill employees, maintain engagement, and track progress efficiently.

Key Features

1Unlimited access to all Skillshare classes
2Learning Paths and hands-on class projects
3Certificates of completion
4Offline viewing and mobile access
5Thousands of classes, with thousands of teachers (e.g., 9K+ teachers, 30K+ classes mentioned)
6Skillshare for Teams: seat management, usage insights, and progress tracking
7Class projects, live sessions, and 1-on-1 sessions (Add-ons for teams)

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Global Manager of Design
2Program Lead
3UI/UX Designer

Client Results

1Immediate results and improved team engagement reported by clients (e.g., Dentons).
2Team growth and thriving with Skillshare; capacity building and ongoing learning.
3Learners can gain real-world skills and benefit from a platform that supports learning journeys.

Competitive Advantages

1Extensive, up-to-date library of creative classes (thousands of classes, weekly updates).
2 Hands-on learning through class projects and curated Learning Paths.
3Ability to learn anytime, anywhere (offline viewing) and via mobile apps.
4Certificates of completion for learner milestones.
5Dedicated Teams offering with seat management, usage insights, and add-ons like live sessions and 1-on-1 coaching.

Key Benefits

1Unlimited access to thousands of creative classes

2Hands-on class projects and Learning Paths

3Offline viewing and mobile access

4Certificates of completion

5Team seats, usage insights, and progress tracking

6Live sessions, 1-on-1 sessions, and additional add-ons

Case Studies & Success Stories

Dentons case: Skillshare transforms team learning and engagement

Case #1

Global Manager of Design at Dentons: Skillshare delivered immediate results, transforming what the team can offer and boosting engagement compared with other training approaches.

Ontario Trillium Foundation case: Team growth and capacity building with Skillshare

Case #2

Program Lead at Ontario Trillium Foundation: The team not only grows but thrives with Skillshare, learning from thousands of classes and inspired teachers.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Skillshare is an online learning community for creatives offering thousands of classes taught by industry pros, with hands-on projects, learning paths, certificates, and a Teams offering for organizations.

Target Market

Individuals seeking creative upskilling (beginners to pros) and organizations/educational groups (Creative Professionals, Creative Agencies, Educators/Schools) using Skillshare for Teams.

Unique Value Proposition

A expansive, hands-on creative learning platform with an ever-growing library of classes taught by industry leaders, plus team-focused features and a thriving community that enables rapid upskilling and practical outcomes.

Technical Requirements

Not explicitly stated in the provided content; indicated accessibility via web and mobile (App Store rating implies a mobile app presence).

Pricing Model

{"Individual memberships are billed automatically on a recurring basis until canceled; option for a free trial (terms apply).","Annual or monthly billing options are referenced (specific prices not provided in content).","Skillshare for Teams: For Teams of 2+ at $199 per seat annually; 30+ seat discounts available; additional add-ons (Live Sessions, 1-on-1 Sessions, Digital Products) available;Gift memberships offered in 3-, 6-, and 12-month terms."}