What are the main industries that employ such people and how do you 'break in'? Do you just need a decent portfolio or do you need a diploma?
2006-12-10 23:11:39 · 13 answers · asked by SmartBlonde 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Other - Visual Arts
there is a big difference between being a ghraphics artist and an animator. i know nothing about graphic design, but i know alot about animation, i am an animator...
u dont need a degree, and dont listen to anyone who says that u do....ive seen ppl getting turned down from some of the biggest animation schools, and otheres with no prior experience being hired on the spot....its all about talent and hard work..u cant do much about talent...either u have it or u dont...but u can do alot about hard work....
my advice is, get some of the books almost every animator has and has read...
here are some names:
-the animators survival kit by richard williams
-acting for animators by ed hooks
-the illussion of life
check out some of the online communities if u want more specific advice, and take a look at what some aspiring students r doing these days:
-www.strutyourreel.com
also, u might wanna check out www.keithlango.com
he has many tutorials, and has a monthly tutorial service where he sends out a video each month with an hour long video...he even has a short course u can do for two months...
in any event, to get a job in this industry, u need to have a good demoreel....if u dont know what that is, its basically a 2-3 minute video showcasing what u can do....u dont have to have proffessional work on it....it can be anything, just alsong as it is good animation....
animation is hard work, and its alot of fun...and its not unnatainable as most ppl say.....just give it ur best...put in the hours...and trust me...somebody will notice
2006-12-10 23:58:21 · answer #1 · answered by Bader 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some industries are films (special effects), games, advertising, legal (re-creations), video games, the medical field, and several others. Some companies will not give you an interview or look at your reel without having a degree and others don't really care as long as you have the skills.
Having a diploma means you always have something to fall back on in case your graphic artist or animator dream doesn't work out.
2006-12-11 15:35:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My brother is a computer artist for a games company. He needed a Masters degree in computer animation to get into the industry.
The fastest growing industry for people with these skills is the computer game industry, so try writing to some of the bigger companies and asking for some work experience. It's a very competitive market, so you're going to have to have something everybody else doesn't! So work experience, a good portfolio and the relevant qualifications are a must!
Good luck.
2006-12-10 23:25:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats a good question because thats something i want to do aswell after I finish my course. I'm currently doing a games developmet course which involves working with animation,graphic,etc. I spoken to a few employers in edinburgh and dundee and they say that ideally you should have both. Im not sure where the main industries are im afraid if you live in England. Sorry.
2006-12-10 23:20:26 · answer #4 · answered by <-Shaz-> 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-05 04:11:25 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Television, movies, advertising, video games, publication. A diploma is highly recommended. A strong demo reel/porfolio is a must.
2006-12-10 23:16:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be bloody difficult without a diploma, I haven't yet met anyone in this field without a relevant degree.
2006-12-10 23:14:26 · answer #7 · answered by Skippy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Professional 3D Design Animation - http://3dAnimationCartoons.com/?nYsC
2016-05-10 09:07:03 · answer #8 · answered by Laree 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will need a portfolio.
Publish some of your work on the Internet so others can see your work. http://browse.deviantart.com/ is a great place to start
many talented artists have been successful without going to college to learn their craft....
BUT YOUR WORK NEEDS TO BE SEEN.....
2006-12-10 23:21:54 · answer #9 · answered by DogmaDeleted 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uh oh! Somebody's going to be a star! Lol, I guess try signing with Nickelodeon.
2006-12-10 23:13:27 · answer #10 · answered by Michael Angarano's ONLY wife 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋