Freelance animation is an exciting and challenging career. As an animator, there are so many areas you can experiment and specialize in, including 2D animation, 3D animation, whiteboard animation, motion graphics, storyboarding, and more.

Before you fully dive into being a freelance animator, there are some points you have to remember. Here are our top 6 tips for starting your own freelance animation career.

1. Develop an impressive showreel, portfolio, and website.

2. Get more work experience.

3. Reach out to animation studios and potential clients.

4. Connect with people within the animation industry.

5. Establish a strong social media presence.

6. Identify your short-term and long-term career goals.

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