One of the highest-level job positions on the animating team is the art director, who receives reports directly to the creative team. With a Master's in Animation, one must move up from entry-level positions to pursue this professional path.

For this role, it is necessary for applicants to have a high level of ability, attention to detail, and patience. Before employing specialised software, stop-motion animators are required to set up physical rigs. Most stop-motion animators are self-taught and employ their cutting-edge skills as freelancers.

In 3D modelling, the aspirant uses tools made for the industry to build models and bring environments and people to life. Before landing internships, the majority initially attend 3D animation school.

The aspirant will combine graphic design, composition, and illustration skills with the Adobe suite.

The profile for compositing artists includes a lot of liabilities for the final appearance of animations. The artist usually works up from the junior animator or SFX level.

Even though Storyboard is not strictly Animation, the artists’ work with animation and filmmaking teams. A good portfolio and network help the artist to progress in this field.

The Forensic animators help investigators to recreate crime scenes and accumulate evidence. To become one, you’ll need 3D and 2D experience, and experienced animators sometimes make a shift to this field.

This profile is a data wrangler; these positions require rendering animation down to a format for public consumption. Computer skills are needed to excel in this profile.

The aspirant will work on finishing models and terrain to create a realistic appearance. Texture artists often have a background as graphic designers.