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In this second article, we continue to look at highly paying opportunities that are conducted behind the scenes but without which; a bankable production cannot be made.
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3D animation combines science and art, and careers in the field are around the film and gaming industries.
Education options range from certificate to master’s degree programmes, providing training in the modelling and rendering of animated characters and environments. To understand this, you can refer to cartoon films or the much prized blockbuster, Avatar. Avatar is all about 3D animation but it cost a whopping $300m to produce. You can guess what the creative minds took home.
Landing a job in 3D animation depends on demonstrable quality of work more often than a requisite degree or certificate.
A good demo reel is key to being hired. The more prestigious a job or employer is, however, the more likely that applicants will need to have completed some form of postsecondary education.
Professional 3D animators often pursue careers in gaming and film, but opportunities are available in other industries as well. Job titles include Concept Artist, Animator, Character Animator, Storyboard Artist, Special Effects Animator, Visual Effects Artist and Game Designer. …
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