O*NET Career Intelligence

Multimedia Artists and Animators

SOC 27-1014.00

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.

Zone 4 Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening

3.9

Reading Comprehension

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.5

Time Management

3.5

Speaking

3.4

Coordination

3.4

Judgment and Decision Making

3.4

Writing

3.2

Knowledge Areas 8

Communications and Media

4.5

Design

4.5

Fine Arts

4.2

Computers and Electronics

3.9

English Language

3.5

Customer and Personal Service

3.4

Administration and Management

2.9

Production and Processing

2.4

Key Tasks

1Create two-dimensional and three-dimensional images depicting objects in motion or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modeling programs.

2Design complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, creativity, and computer equipment.

3Make objects or characters appear lifelike by manipulating light, color, texture, shadow, and transparency, or manipulating static images to give the illusion of motion.

4Apply 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.

5Participate in design and production of multimedia campaigns, handling budgeting and scheduling, and assisting with such responsibilities as production coordination, background design, and progress tracking.

Also Known As

3D Animator 3D Artist 3D Designer (Three-dimensional Designer) 3D Modeler (Three-dimensional Modeler) 3D Specialist Animation Artist Animation Director Animation Producer Animator Anime Artist