Multimedia Artists and Animators
Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
14 tasks analyzed
Create two-dimensional and three-dimensional images depicting objects in motion or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modeling programs.
Design complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, creativity, and computer equipment.
Make objects or characters appear lifelike by manipulating light, color, texture, shadow, and transparency, or manipulating static images to give the illusion of motion.
Apply story development, directing, cinematography, and editing to animation to create storyboards that show the flow of the animation and map out key scenes and characters.
Script, plan, and create animated narrative sequences under tight deadlines, using computer software and hand drawing techniques.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Create two-dimensional and three-dimensional images depicting objects in motion or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modeling programs. | - | - | - |
| Design complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, creativity, and computer equipment. | - | - | - |
| Make objects or characters appear lifelike by manipulating light, color, texture, shadow, and transparency, or manipulating static images to give the illusion of motion. | - | - | - |
| Apply story development, directing, cinematography, and editing to animation to create storyboards that show the flow of the animation and map out key scenes and characters. | - | - | - |
| Script, plan, and create animated narrative sequences under tight deadlines, using computer software and hand drawing techniques. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$99,800
per year
Mean Wage
$110,110
per year
Employment
21K
workers
Wage Range
$57,220 - $174,630
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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