How do I become a digital animator
Get qualified to work as a digital animator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Digital Animator generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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There has been strong employment growth in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 2,100 people working as an animator in Australia and many of them specialise as a Digital Animator. Digital Animators may find work in larger towns and cities where media productions are based.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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A Certificate IV in Digital Media Technologies is an excellent qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Digital Animator. This course looks at creating 2D digital animations and developing and using digital media technologies. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Information Technology, a Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games or a Diploma of Screen and Media.
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Digital Animator careers
A Digital Animator uses a range of technologies to produce animated scenes for use in various media. Your animations may be used online or for television or film productions. Digital Animators may prepare a message such as in an advertisement or tell a story such as an illustrated movie. You may be involved in all stages of the production process from discussing ideas and creating storyboards to preparing animation sequences and editing the finished product.
Digital Animators need to be able to work with a larger production team and should be able to follow directions and communicate well with both colleagues and clients. It’s important that you are skilled in a range of digital software and can work to meet deadlines. Digital Animators need to have an excellent visual imagination and should be able to come up with creative and unique ideas.
