Digital Animation Creator
でじたるあにめーしょんせいさくしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A creative job that produces animation footage using digital tools. Expresses movements of characters, backgrounds, and effects using digital technology.
Description
Digital animation creators are specialists who use digital tools such as After Effects, Maya, and Blender to produce animations for video. They collaborate with directors and key animators, set keyframes based on storyboards and timing sheets, and create, render, and composite character movements, backgrounds, and effects. Deadline management and quality checks are also important tasks, and they advance production while learning new technologies and expression methods for each project.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of markets for video content, games, VR/metaverse, demand for digital animators is on the rise. Individuals with real-time rendering and AI utilization skills are highly valued.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Animator → Digital Animator → Senior Animator → Technical Director → Animation Producer
Required Skills
3DCG Software Basics / AfterEffects / Graphic Design Software / Keyframe Creation / Rendering Settings
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading / Motion Graphics / Programming Languages / Real-time Rendering
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required to enhance the precision of detailed movements and screen elements. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Essential for generating ideas for attractive movements and performances. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire new tools and technologies. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Aliases
- 2D Animator
- 3D Animator
- Digital Animator
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