Multimedia Artists and Animators
Consumer Ed Period 3
Career Description
They create animation and visual effects for television, movies, video games, and media. Made in 2 or three dimensional models and animation.
Qualifications
Not all employers look for a degree, but a lot of people look for a bachelor's degree in fine arts, computer graphics, animation, or a related field.
Qualities to have:
Artistic Talent: a good understanding of texture, light, and color.
Computer Skills: Know how to use a computer to the best of their abilities.
Creativity: Be able to think of original ideas.
People Skills: Be able to work as a team.
Physical Stamina: Work long hours
Responsibilities
Multimedia artists and animators are responsible for:
- Creating graphics and animation using computer programs and illustration
- Work with a team of animators and artists to create a movie, game, or visual effect
- Research upcoming projects to help create a realistic design or animation
- Develop storyboards that map out key scenes in the animation
- Edit animation and effects based on feedback from directors, head animators, game designers, or clients
- Meet with clients, head animators, games designers, and directors to review deadlines and development timelines
Job Outlook
This career is expected to grow by 8% from 2010 to 2020.
Median Salary
For this career, the salary is $58,510 per year, or $28.13 per hour.
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/multimedia-artists-and-animators.htm
Colleges
The Art Institute, Full Sail, and Tribeca Flashpoint are some of the best schools for this career.