Multimedia Design 4000 art design subject sub_topic Professionals in the field of animation are experts at creating computer generated images that move and interact with viewers. Training in animation is adaptable to many different industries and uses. Animation experts are involved in producing visual entertainment such as movies and cartoon shorts, and also for scientific and engineering modeling. Some examples of entry-level positions in the field of 3-D animation design include multimedia graphic designer, web site developer, 3D animator, and 3D modeler. Animation-related fields are considered a high-demand growth area as studios and freelance designers continue to grow under current market conditions. The salary range for people in the multimedia field ranges from $30,000 to $85,000 depending on education level and work experience. Most animators start their specialized training by earning, at least, an Associates degree or Bachelors degree in the general field of multimedia animation. To learn more about the field of computer-generated animation, you can <B>request free information packets</B> from the schools listed below. 0 0 0 4520 <ul><li> Professionals in this field create computer images that move and interact with viewers. </li> <li> Most 3-D animators get some specialized training by earning, at least, an associate's degree.</li> <li> Some examples of entry-level positions in the field of 3-D design include multimedia graphic designer, web site developer, 3D animator, and 3D modeler. </li> </ul> <p><b> What is the field of 3-D animation and multimedia?</p></b> <p>Creating and manipulating 3D computer graphics into useful tools is the central idea behind this relatively new field. Professionals in this field use real life shapes and lighting, to model the textures and movements of their computer animations. Some real life examples from this field are animated E-cards, video games, or computer generated cartoons such as "Toy Story". Though "Toy Story" is a very specialized branch of this field, it is an example of what highly experienced talent in this field can create. </p> <b> What education is needed to get into the field of 3-D animation and multimedia?</b> <p>This highly specialized field requires training in a technical or community college program. Most positions in this field ask for applicants to have at least an associates degree, or comparable certificate, in 3D animation and multimedia design, or a related field. Most art schools offer specialized programs in this field. Some of these programs require students to already have a working knowledge of certain graphic design programs. Check in with a college counselor at your school of interest to find out the prerequisites for specific programs. </p> <b> What career opportunities are there in the field of 3-D animation and multimedia?</b> <p> For most entering this field, the first few years will be a climbing process from entry-level positions to more highly sought after design jobs. Example entry-level positions include: multimedia graphic designer, web site developer, 3D animator, 3D modeler, 3D lighting specialist, 3D texture artist, game level designer, special effects artist, or video post production artist. Those who show a high aptitude in this field will often sign on with a creative design firm, or take on free lance design jobs and, eventually, branch off into their own business. The secret to success in this business is getting jobs that will pad an individual's creative portfolio.</p> <b>How much money do 3-D animation and multimedia professionals make? </b> <p> Professionals in 3-D animation and multimedia design have a wide range of salaries, mostly depending on the workplace. Entry level salaries usually start out around $30,000 a year, but can increase rapidly with proven expertise. With experience, professionals in this field make anywhere between $41,300 and $84,300 a year. </p> multimedia Multimedia Design Multimedia Design 4830, 4890, 4270, 4480, 4220, 4230 3D Design, Animation Arts, Multimedia Art & Design - Degrees & Training 1 0