How much does a animator make?

In the US, animators with more experience and sought-after skills may earn more, and pay also differs by employer or industry and location. Some specialize in characters, games, or visual effects; harder tasks and greater responsibility can bring different pay.

Create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

What's a typical day like?

An animator sketches or builds images on a computer, researches a scene, then edits moving pictures or effects. They share work with a team, hear feedback from directors or clients, and revise it to fit the project.

In the US, most animators study animation, computer graphics, fine arts, or a related subject in college, usually earning a bachelor's degree. They build a portfolio and technical skills in school or through self-study, then apply for jobs.

Usually a bachelor's degree (preparation level 4 of 5)

Good for people who like creating and building and doing.

In motion capture, animators can record a real actor wearing markers and turn that performance into a 3D digital creature—like an ape.