3D Animator

3D Animator Job Description

3D animators design and animate 3D characters and objects for games, videos, presentations and other creations. In some cases, these professionals are asked to participate in overall story development or game design. Candidates should be versed in a variety of industry-standard applications, including Maya, MotionBuilder, Mudbox, FBX, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Premiere and After Effects. Companies seeking animators with motion design skills may look for Cinema 4D experience and knowledge of common graphic design software. Employers may also require a demo reel or shipped title.

Typical 3d animator duties:

Meeting with clients and key stakeholders, such as directors, actors, video game designers and other animators, to determine project scope and deadlinesResearching subjects to ensure accurate animated representations and storyboarding in the development of scenes that require animationWorking with designers and developers to ensure that 3D animations meet technical and stylistic requirements

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3D Modeling
3D Modeling
3D Studio Max
Adobe Flash
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Animation
Autodesk
Autodesk Maya
CINEMA 4D
Salary for 3D Animator
64750 - 94250
25th percentile
64750
New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties
50th percentile
76500
Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role
75th percentile
94250
Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Art Director 79750 97750 115500 Animator 63750 76500 91250 3D Modeler 56750 70500 86500 Digital Artist 56000 69750 87250 Presentation Designer 58750 73500 84500 Graphic Designer 51000 66000 78000 Packaging Designer 54000 65500 80250 Illustrator/Infographics Designer 50750 61250 75000 Photo Retoucher 46250 60750 78000 Photographer 43750 57750 72500 Production Artist 51750 61000 68000 Production Coordinator 46500 50000 59000

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