Discussion on my career choice( qualifications, job scope and future prospects)

As a three-dimensional animator, there are many job responsibilities. You will expected to generate high definition, 3D animated sequences using the right software as well as stunning special effects. This can be used in animated productions for television, games, movies, as well as multimedia channels. As part of the job you will have to draw key poses for traditional animation productions and build models and set them up for animation. You are also supposed to create realistic effects, textures and simulations. Plus, after all these procedures, you will have to light and render the scene.
There are specific personal qualities and skills you need to acquire before you can qualify for the job. In-depth knowledge of a 3D animation software and computer graphics is needed. A 3D animator must also have fine drawing and design abilities and superior communication skills. As you are working with a team of other animators, designers and developers, teamwork is an extremely crucial factor in this career. The entry requirement for this job is to obtain a diploma or degree in digital media or art, with a good demo reel of your work.
There are numerous future prospects and opportunity for this career. You can become an animator, a games cinematic animator, a graphic artist, an illustrator, a modeler, a special effects animator or a storyboard artist. I am planning to be a special effects animator or a graphic artist.