3-D Animation Technology

Animators create two and three-dimensional models, animation, and visual effects for television, movies, video games, and other forms of media.

Introduction:

Multimedia artists and animators often work in a specific medium. Some focus on creating animated movies or video games. Others create visual effects for movies and television shows. Creating computer-generated images (known as CGI) may include taking images of an actor’s movements and then animating them into three-dimensional characters. Other animators design scenery or backgrounds for locations.

Career Opportunities:

• Art Directors
• Craft and Fine Artists
• 3D Animators
• Multimedia Artists

Employment Outlook:

Employment of multimedia artists and animators is projected to grow 10% from 2016 to 2026.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $28.11 hourly or $58,470 annually.

Completion Requirements:

The entire program is 1050 hours. Certain Adult Education Centers do not offer all components of the program.  Full completion of the program may be completed at a Technical College. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

Location & Course’s Schedule:

3D Animation is available at the following school (s):

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

Source

• Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Multimedia Artists and Animators, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/multimedia-artists-and-animators.htm.