Short term, I would like to work freelance until I get a job in a studio. I have been looking at postgraduate apprenticeships jobs to achieve this. I have also been looking at jobs within a workshop environment as I would like to teach as well as work in the animation industry.
2. What you know about your dream role (Where to look for job offers? Required skills? Salaries? Growth opportunities?);
For my dream role (Background Artist/2D generalist), I have been looking at studios around West Yorkshire on their websites as well as Facebook and other sites such as https://animatedjobs.com/.
The skills required for a Background Artist/Designer (salary- roughly £20K+ a year):
- Proficiency in Photoshop/2D design software
- Comprehension and knowledge of the 2D animation pipeline
- Strong understanding of perspective and composition demonstrated in your portfolio
- Proficiency in the style of the show demonstrated in your portfolio
- Excellent attention to detail
- Thorough understanding of 2D animation and how your designs will be used throughout the production pipeline
The skills required for a 2D generalist (salary- £23-28K a year):
- The ability to see a project through from concept to completion, ranging from a few days to a few months.
- An eye for creative design and the ability to build custom assets.
- A diverse portfolio of motion graphic skills.
- Able to conceptualise and implement 2D and 3D animation.
- Able to work across teams (Pre, Production & Post) to concept, design, develop, build and deliver 3D motion projects.
- Positive attitude and not afraid to push the creative boundaries.
- A team player but also content working alone.
- Comfortable working for high-end clients.
- Able to manage the pressure of tight deadlines and communicate effectively with Post-Producer and Producer if any issues or delays arise.
- Punctual, with strong time-management skills.
- Uphold a professional manner, both in front of other employees and the client.
- Be prepared to take feedback directly from the client, if the Producer is not around
- Degree/Diploma from a recognized animation school
3. Who you know that might help you get that foot in the door (Industry contacts? Potential clients? Collaborators? Producers? Commissions? Funding opportunities for creatives/startups?);
People that could help:
- Gemma the Animator - specialises in Adobe After Effects (met at M.A.F)
- Brian Lewis - Yorkshire artist (family friend)
Funding opportunities in start-up and further training:
- https://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people/support-starting-business
- https://www.wdh.co.uk/Tenant/FAQ/?QID=455 (to get a qualification in teaching to be more employable for freelance arts/crafts/animation tutor)
4. Networking opportunities based upon where you want to work (Festivals? Industry meetups? Networking events? Pubs where people go after work? Opportunities for chats?);
- Manchester Animation Festival - http://www.manchesteranimationfestival.co.uk/about/
- Leeds Young Film Festival (volunteering as a runner) - http://www.leedsfilm.com/film-festivals/leeds-young-film-festival/
- Glug meet-up events - https://www.glugevents.com/attend
- Art House Wakefield - https://the-arthouse.org.uk/exhibitions-events/
- Register as a freelancer.
- Apply for a full or part-time job to create more financial stability due to having a young child.
- Ensure the council are updated of when education is completed due to council tax.
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