Animator

There are various animation types, including 2D, 3D, stop-motion, hand-drawn, and computer-generated, but all roles call for high levels of passion and creativity. A sequence of several images, referred to as frames, produced by an animator to simulate movement is termed animation. Animators typically work in 2D, 3D model creation, stop-frame animation, or computer-generated animation, and the images they create can be hand-drawn, digital graphics, puppets, or models. Computer-generated animation is widely used in motion pictures to provide visual effects or animated content for everything from movies and video games to television, smartphones, and other types of media. In addition to developing storyboards, sketches, and illustrations, animators also produce graphics. They develop, script, and prepare animated story sequences and aid with production coordination and background design. The fundamental ability of animation still strongly relies on artistic talent, but animators are increasingly expected to be knowledgeable with specialised computer tools and packages. Animation is created by animators, who also create models and come up with concepts. CGI, or computer-generated imagery, is used in computer animation.

Communicating with clients and implementing their notions into animation. Making storyboards that illustrate the scripts and provide narration; designing models, backgrounds, sets, objects, characters, and the animation environment using a variety of materials, such as plaster, modelling clay, acrylics, watercolours, and oil paints; and creating sketches, artwork, or illustrations in 2D. utilising software programmes like 3ds Max, Flash, LightWave, Maya, Cinema 4D, Softimage, etc. to develop the timing and page of the motions of an object or character during the series of images and to ensure they meet the aural requirements and soundtrack. To create the final animation while adhering to production deadlines and client specifications, animators create precise, detailed, frame-by-frame visuals while also recording dialogue. They then collaborate with editors to composite the various animation layers, including backgrounds, graphics, special effects, and characters. Animation professionals view careers in the film and television industries as viable options. These candidates can, however, also find lucrative employment possibilities in software development and advertising.

• 10 + 2 with Science or Arts
• Bachelors of Arts / Bachelors in Fine Art or Bachelor of Science in Animation, Animation / Illustration, Animation & Design Arts, Media Arts & Animation, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Media Arts & Science even Computer Science (with an emphasis on Animation). 
• MA, MFA, PhD programs in Digital Arts & Animation, Computer Science with an Animation

Significant Statistics

• Students can also do Certification courses to add more Skills and value for this career, including drawing, 2-D Animation Production, 3-D Animation Production and Stop Motion. Animators also study how humans and animals move to make characters more realistic.
• Employers look for a 4-year degree with at least two years of experience with advanced technology skills. Few employers also look for Masters programs like MA or MFA Degree. 
   

Pros

• Good earning potential

Cons

• Long working hours, sometimes even on weekends and holidays.
• Pressure to meet deadlines.