An animator's job is to create moving images that tell a story by designing and animating characters, objects, and environments. This involves using specialized software to create sequences of images or models that produce the illusion of movement. Animators collaborate with teams, develop storyboards, and apply artistic and technical skills to meet project visions for films, games, or other media.
Core responsibilities
Create visual elements: Design and create characters, environments, objects, and backgrounds for animation.
Develop storyboards: Create storyboards to map out the sequence of scenes and actions.
Animate sequences: Use specialized software (2D or 3D) to create the illusion of movement by sequencing frames.
Collaborate with teams: Work with writers, directors, and other artists to ensure the animation aligns with the project's overall vision.
Apply artistic and technical skills: Use skills like lighting, shading, coloring, and special effects to enhance the visual quality.
Integrate audio: Sync visuals with dialogue, sound effects, and music.