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According to Prospects, the UK's official graduate career website, an animator is a person who creates a series of still images called frames that are positioned and run together to create the illusion of movement in a process called animation.
Technique
An animator is required to have a strong artistic technique to complete everyday tasks such as drawing storyboards, designing characters, and designing the environment the characters inhabit, according to All Art Schools.
Computer Skills
The All Art Schools organization reports that the increased use of computer-generated graphics in both live action and animated movies has increased the need for animators with skills in a variety of computer systems and software, such as Flash and Maya.
Sales
Despite being an artistic profession, animation requires the ability to pitch ideas to prospective clients, whether the animator is employed by a large company or working as a freelance animator, according to Prospects.
Storytelling
A variety of abilities are required in animation alongside artistic ability. All Art Schools reports storytelling ability to be one of the most important for an animator, with knowledge of timing and pacing of storytelling, and the ability to express emotion through animated characters.
Communication
Communication skills are important in the position of animator, as other members of the animation team must be communicated with alongside copywriters, web designers, photographers and painters, according to Prospects.
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State University: Cartoonist & Animator Job Description
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