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3D animator

3D animators are in charge of animating 3D models of objects, virtual environments, layouts, characters and 3D virtual animated agents.

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DESCRIPTION

3D animators are in charge of animating 3D models of objects, virtual environments, layouts, characters and 3D virtual animated agents.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
principles of animation

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
create 3D environments
create 3D characters
OPTIONALOptional competences
select illustration styles
maintain an artistic portfolio
develop creative ideas

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SIMILAR OCCUPATIONS

17 SHARED SKILLS

3D modeller

3D modellers design 3D models of objects, virtual environments, layouts, characters, and 3D virtual animated agents.

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12 SHARED SKILLS

animator

Animators use software to create animations, these are rapidly sequenced together images to create an illusion of movement.

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11 SHARED SKILLS

animation layout artist

Animation layout artists work with the cameramen and director to coordinate and create optimal 3D animation shots. They translate 2D storyboards into …

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Skills overview

24total
15 essential
9 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
1
Skills
5

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Quick insight

This role requires 15 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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