Film & Design
3D Animator
Bring characters and environments to life through animation for films, games, and digital media.
Salary RangeUSD 55,000 - 110,000/year
Growth Outlook8% growth expected by 2032
A Day in the Life
You'll animate characters, review motion reference, collaborate with modelers, and polish animation cycles.
Key Skills & Competencies
3D Animation
Character Rigging
Motion Capture
Animation Software (Maya, Blender)
Storytelling
How to Build Your Pathway
Projects
- Animation reel
- Character animations
- Short animated films
- Game asset animations
Internships
- Animation Intern
- VFX studios
- Game studios
Certifications
- Maya Certified
- Blender certifications
- Animation workshops
Suggested Majors
- Animation
- Digital Arts
- Film Production
- Game Design
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