What does an animator do?
From video games and anime, to Pixar and Disney movies – animations are everywhere and animation makers are the artists behind these creations. Using a series of images (known as frames) they create the illusion of movement. Working with hand-drawings, specialist animation software, or models and puppets; the methods used by an Animator will depend on their field. As an Animator you could create special effects for a movie, develop characters for TV shows, design a fantasy world for a video game, work with advertising agencies on ad campaigns, or help design websites – all of which you could do working within an organisation or as a contracted freelancer.Is a career as an animator right for me?
If you’re highly creative, project-orientated and have a strong drive to succeed, then an Animator job or career as an illustrator could be for you. Other desirable key skills and attributes of an animation maker include:
- an eye for design and movement
- attention to detail
- strong competencies in drawing
- aptitude for working with computers and learning new software
- excellent time-management.
How to become an animator
Every journey to study is individual and there are several paths you can take to reach your goals as an animation creator. At ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵ, we offer the following degrees in the area of animation:Average salary per week
$1108
Future demand
Very Strong
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Last updated August 2023.
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