What are the pros and cons of being an Animation major?
I don't know what I want to major in in college. I'm currently a junior in high school, and alot of the teachers and the guidance counselors are already emphasizing the fact that we need to start looking for schools. I've been look at art schools alot, and I've been expressing lots of interest in Computer Animation, but I'm really worried for the far future. @.@ My greatest dream would be to work for Disney, but I know I'd have to be AMAZING. What are the pros and cons for going into a major like this? P.S. I really don't want to end up being poor when I grow up!! T.T
What is the best major to consider between animation and/or video and film production?
Major in something of substance and then make videos of it. Your subject understanding will be more informative than spending four years learning something you can teach yourself.
What should I major in to become an animator?
Here is some information directly from the Pixar Studio site: http://www.pixar.com/companyinfo/jobs/in... This info doesn't mean that you HAVE to start out you training this way, but, it does tell you what kind of education will have have, at some point. Good luck.
Is AnimationMentor.com worth the cost?
Hi! So when I went looking for work when I finished school, the Human Resources Reps I talked to all said the same thing. They want to see animation mentor type stuff on a demo reel. Like any schooling experience, you get what you put in. Just taking a class doesn't get you where you want to go, you gotta have the drive and the motivation. When things get hard, you gotta face the challenge head on. Questions to ask yourself: Do you want to be a character animator, a texture artist, environment artist, or character artist? If you want to do character animation, that is Animation Mentor's specialty. If you don't love animation, don't use your money for an expensive hobby. I went to Full Sail University and got a degree in Computer Animation. I learned about the whole pipeline and chose character animation for my specialty. 21 months and no dedicated mentor. Would I have done better in Animation Mentor? I can't say. I'm glad Animation Mentor is in the world though, I've learned a lot about animation from keeping up with the interviews, news, resources and community that animation mentor has given me access to --even without being a student. Technically, you do not need certification or a degree to get into the animation industry. You just have to be good. How do you get to that point? The benefits of a professional animator critiquing your work and holding you to the standards of their experience is invaluable. I have an art background also. The way you get better is with critique from as many "master" artists as you can get. Critique might be hard to swallow, but it's not personal, it's direction to get you beyond the point you are currently at. The animation industry is competitive and there are massive layoffs at the game companies and most jobs in animation last as long as the project. Then you're looking for work again. Animation might pay well, but job security is not in the description either.
What is it like being a graphic illustrator or being an animation artist?
I find it challenging and rewarding. To me, it's about solving a problem. What is the information that needs to be conveyed? How do I visually convey a concept? A lot of my illustrations were for instructions, so I'd approach those the same way I'd build a model airplane, only in reverse. I particularly enjoy technical illustrating. My approach is minimalism and detail. If that sounds contradictory, it is. I really enjoy my work, and recommend it as a career. You won't get rich, but I feed my family. imjeffp.com
Is a degree in Animation really useless?
I really like animation and art in general, so I was wondering if pursing a degree in animation is really as useless as people make it out to be. I mean even if you can't get into Disney or Pixar, you can still work in graphics in movies, video games, or commercials right? Can't you also get other jobs that may not be fully on animation but relative enough to get the job? like graphic design or video editor? (sorry if I'm way off) Or will you really be "flipping burgers?" Should I purse a different degree?
Is there such a thing as getting animation published?
Hi. I recently asked this: https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20190130215042AADxoO5 I asked what's the purpose of having an agent if you're a cartoon and/or comics creator, or an animation and/or comics person in general. One person who answered said, "Anyone who writes a book or wants artistic work published needs an Agent. Publishers do not have the time to go through hundreds of manuscripts. Agents have the contacts so they know the best people to take your work. They also negotiate your fee and make sure that the legalities are right. They are not Lawyers but have the knowledge." I asked him about animation people and he didn't respond as of the time of the posting of this question. Is there such a thing as getting animation published? Please help- thank you.