Career Questions tagged Animation

Since I am still learning, I would like to focus on what type of drawing style I should learn before deciding on what career I would like to choose.

I want to see what I can do in my future

Im in 8th grade and I really like drawing and anime so I wanna be a manga artist but I would like to know the hardships of being one.

What is the best pathway to becoming a 2D animator? Are online programs like Animation Mentor or worth it? Or is it better to get an actual degree from a school like Sheridan?

I am an aspiring artist and writer wanting to go into writing and animation. I have many different concepts for stories but I have no way to publish them in a way that would get me any sort of publicity. I would love it if someone could provide me with a free, online site that would allow for...

I am planning on starting a career in animation as I am an artist, and go to college for 5 years after leaving Job Corp. Anything I should consider?

I have done a few stop motion projects, but I can never seem to find the sweet spot when it comes to lighting, and I'm looking to improve and see what I can do to give them the "realistic" look, without taking away all shadows. Any advice on what would be the best?

I'm currently a senior in high school, aiming to become a 2D Animator, but I don't know the best way to achieve that goal efficiently in a way that works best for me. I still want to review basic drawing skills while also developing new animation skills so I can build a career out of what I...

How can I ensure that I am compensated fairly for my work, as someone who's looking to be an up and coming animator? Unionization, contract stipulations, etc. are all factors which I've considered, but I'm unsure as to which agencies I can network with to secure amicable working conditions.

What jobs have little to no contact with other people ?

I am interested in careers around computer animation, both 3D and 2D. What kind of jobs are there in that field?

Are there any classes I should take during high school if I want to get into software/game development and/or animation?

how did you figure what career you wanted to work in?

I draw a lot and think that becoming an animator is something I would enjoy im just wondering how much schooling it would take and what are some good colleges to attend

So, I read a Q&A from a professional Background (BG) Artist a few days ago. The BG said "a illustration skills don’t always translate to animation." So, it made me wonder more about the differences between the two fields. They're both art-based careers, yet there's some differences I...

Hello, everyone. While I researched animation roles, I learned that some workers may work long hours/overtime, or that animators work project-to-project. The fact that some people may go through a period of no work with studios or experience high levels of burnout troubles me (as that is...

Hello! I'm interested in having a career in animation. When I started looking at animation more closely, I thought "animator", "producer", and "director" were the only job titles you could have. Turns out there's many different jobs to choose from. However, I have no idea which area to...

I stepped away from an art college because it was extremely overwhelming, it was super competitive and the workload left me in tons of panic attacks. I also couldn't afford the tuition. Its been awhile (cause of covid) and now im thinking of going back to community for two years to start my...

I am a Freshman and have a good understanding on videogame designing, however; I want to know what to do on how to make cut scenes, movement and attacking animations, ect. I know how to code it into the game just don't know if I should take animation, 3d-animation or something else

I would like to better learn how to animate or 2d or 3d digitally what might be some good schools

1. how do you exactly do special effects?

I know it used in movies and social media sometimes to create human looking objects feel alive but what do you have to do for each like, what is rendering and why is it important what is the importance of texturing? that's what I wanna know what is the point of each of the things listed and...

I'm researching special, effects artist and animator. They create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronics animation to make a character feel real and alive in a way.

the frequency that studios usually hire new workers, in this case animators or artists

I have heard you don't really need a degree in animation to work as an animator, but some jobs do require them. I'm curious to know whether you really need one or not.

I like stories where live action kid actors become cartoons of themselves #actor #actor

So, the reason I’m asking this is because since I want to become a Cartoonist, I’m just wondering what kind of college has Animation/ Cartooning classes. #animation #college #art #cartoonist

It could be struggles with mental health, overwork, low pay or anything in general to give me a vague idea to things I need to keep an eye on before entering the industry. [some advice on what is expected of me while I work would also be helpful] #animation #artist #art

I notice this topic on movies, tv shows, and commercials.# #animation

I am a high school senior who is interested in animation. #animation