Animator
Use computer software, creative thought and artistic flair to bring 2D and 3D images to life.
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- What's it like to be an Animator?
- How to become an Animator
- Latest Animator jobs
- Top skills and experience for Animators
- Animator role reviews
What's it like to be an Animator?
Animators manipulate still images (called frames) to create the illusion of movement. Animation was traditionally performed with pen and paper, but modern animators use computers daily and work with 2D and 3D imagery, as well as using software to create special effects including stop-motion, pixilation and rotoscoping.
Tasks and duties
- Liaising with clients and stakeholders to determine scope and specifics of design brief.
- Preparing sketches, diagrams, illustrations and layouts to communicate design concepts.
- Designing storyboards to illustrate the intended narrative.
- Using computer software to design 2D frames, 3D frameworks and animated content.
- Negotiating design solutions with clients and stakeholders.
How to become an Animator
It is possible to work as an Animator without formal qualifications, however many employers prefer individuals to have qualifications in the field of design.
- Complete a qualification in Design. This may be a Certificate IV in Screen and Media (CUA41215), Certificate IV in Design (CUA40715), Diploma of Design or Bachelor degree majoring in Design.
- Develop a portfolio of work to show prospective employers. This can include work you’ve done on mock animation projects.
- Set up a blog or a website to showcase your portfolio.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Animator employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Animation
Creative Thinking
Feature Films
Gaming Industry
Visual Effects
Blender
Motion Capture
Motion Graphics
Games Development
Autodesk 3ds Max
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Latest Animator reviews
May 2021
It's always fun to conceptualise animations and slowly make them a reality.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Animation (Character Animation)
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationAnimation Marketing
The good thingsIf you have a creative drive and enjoy making art, you will be working on it everyday.
The challengesDespite art and animation being something enjoyable, when it becomes more 'work' than 'fun' it does sap your creative drive and energy a bit. You will find it tough to work on your own projects or dif...
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Nov 2018
It's a very fulfilling role; but it must be your passion or don't bother
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationVideo Editing
The good thingsThere is something special about creating something from nothing, seeing the finished product onscreen and everybody's talents coming together; all put on display by you. The moment in the edit room w...
The challengesYou will be expected to give up a lot of your free time, and work when it suits the studio or the client. It can be frustrating dealing with clients who know very little about your industry and/or giv...
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