What is a computer animator and how to become one

Key steps to become a computer animator

1. Explore computer animator education requirements

   Most common computer animator degrees

   Bachelor's

   66.2 %

   Associate

   20.6 %

   Master's

   7.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific computer animator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Animation	61.80%
   Adobe Photoshop	10.16%
   Motion Graphics	9.29%
   Character Animation	8.19%
   Autocad	6.75%

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3. Complete relevant computer animator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New computer animators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a computer animator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real computer animator resumes.

4. Research computer animator duties and responsibilities

   • Lead a team of artists to create the art and animation for motion comics aspects of the show.
   • Design and produce animation and graphics for local television commercials and corporate videos.
   • Facilitate product marketing, in-house video production and YouTube video development.
   • Base on personal interest and curiosity, create and direct group project exploring animation using OpenGL graphics library.

5. Apply for computer animator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a computer animator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams