An Animator is responsible for creating a series of images known as frames, to simulate movement. Their duties include working with creative professionals including storytellers, designers and voice actors to produce films, video games or graphics for commercials and other forms of TV entertainment.
A Animator should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Animator should be able to execute:
- Conceptualizing ideas for characters, scenes, backgrounds and other animation elements
- Creating character sketches for new animations based on design briefs
- Developing storyboards for animation projects
- Designing backgrounds, sets and other elements of the animated environment
- Developing timing and pacing of motion, based on audio requirements
- Working with the story editors to merge the various layers of animation
- Recording dialogue for the animation, where necessary
- Collaborating with other creatives including designers, photographers and other animators to finalize projects
A competitive Animator will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Excellent creativity and originality
- Superior graphic design skills
- Superior knowledge of the 12 principles of animation such as staging, timing, ease in, ease out and anticipation
- Proficiency in the use of design and animation software
- In-depth understanding of mathematical and geometric concepts
- Knowledge of color theory
- Great attention to detail
- Ability to work in large teams
