Starting as an animator is no easy task. Many things need to be considered such as working on a tight schedule, thinking about ways to pack the content in a relevant manner, or even dealing with all the stress in order for animators to thrive.
Here are 4 important skill sets that starting animators need to kick-start their careers:
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1. Research
Good animation requires not just extensive research, but also the ability to sift through the information that you have gathered.
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2. The ability to fit content into animation form
Consider the context and the story behind it so you will know the appropriate kind of style and tone of animation you will use.
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3. Understanding the audience's reception
The ability to predict and understand the audience's reception in terms of demographics, cultural background, and other important factors.
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4. Establishing ways to de-stress yourself
It is crucial to know your limit and develop strategies to tackle your animation projects to establish your emotional and physical resiliency.
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Learn how to grow your animation career or studio.
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