Animation

After passing 12th, some students pursue Higher education while others pursue a job in their field of interest and some other people pursue any job even though it's not their field of interest for their survival. Choosing the right job is a challenge in our fast- growing country. There is fierce competition to enter any field because of unlimited courses and limited resources. Support from family is important to get a job of your passion. Victory is for those who overcome obstacles and move forward. And at a moment like this, with a little education, it is the animation industry that guarantees employment in the future.

"Animation" is a course that teaches about Graphics, Sound effects, Visual effects, Software Technologies which helps the aspirants to learn the methods of transforming reality into virtual imagination with motions and actions. So, it is a good chance for the people who wish to work with the imagination world with creative ideas and make them appear on the screen. Aspirants who want to showcase their flair and creative skills can choose animation as their profession. There is immense adequacy and scope in this field for the aspirants who come up with innovative ideas. Candidates will have huge career opportunities and after graduation, they will get hired into colleges, Animation projects, Gaming industry, Websites, Magazines and so on. The Average salary will be up to INR. 3 Lakhs per annum for freshers in this path.

Animation is just like a magic which turns one's innovative imagination into visualization and keeps in front of the world. Scope for animation is increasing rapidly day by day as Entertainment, IT, Print and Advertising Industries and some other industries offer amazing job opportunities to the aspirants who have done their Graduation or Certificate courses in Animation. An aspirant need to have some special skills like Drawing skills, Creativity and Imagination, Good Communication skills, Computer basics etc,. While pursuing the course students will get a piece of knowledge in the rapid growth of Technologies like 2D Animation, 2D Hand drawing, Multimedia, 2D and 3D Computer- generated Motions, VFX, Video Gaming etc,. Movies like Tangled, Frozen, Dragon, Kung Fu Panda, Ice age etc,. are examples of Animation. An aspirant must be aware of Graphics software for opting for this program. This is the only profession where Animators not only Human expressions, Behaviour and Attitude will be observed but also, the animal's motions need to notice.

About the Course:

Animation is one of the careers that attracts the Modern generation of students. The sky is the limit for those who want to shape the future in this field. Degrees are not required to enter this. A variety of Animation courses are available with an Intermediate qualification. Its air is already in developed countries like America and Japan. Experts predict that the sector, which is slowly gaining ground in India, is likely to expand rapidly in the next two to three years. A little Imagination, the ability to draw nice toys, the knowledge to understand what is being said is enough. You can become a better Animator in the future. Currently there are many Educational Institutes with all facilities available for training in the field of Animation. Animation, which until recently was just a part of the Entertainment industry, is now rapidly expanding to all segments.

Features Required:

Those who want to enter this field need Drawing and Sketching skills. Must have a minimum understanding of Computer. Good knowledge of English language. Those with Creativity, Imagination and Observational qualities can excel as good Animators. To do a Diploma in Animation, the minimum qualification should be Intermediate. Degree courses in Animation with Inter qualification are also available. Those who have completed the degree also have the opportunity to do PG courses in animation. Short- term courses qualify for Entry- level jobs. But experts suggest doing long- term courses to pursue a career in this field. There are many job opportunities in this field if one can pursue an animation course in a training institute under the supervision of professionals with good experience in the field of Animation.

Job Opportunities:

Web Animation, Feature Movies, Video Games, and Special Effects were designed by Animators only. It includes Modeller, Background Artist, Layout Artist, Scanner Operator, 3D Animator, Rigging Artist, Texture Artist, 2D Animator etc,. Depending on the interest and job opportunities can be fixed in the respective departments. Some companies conduct self-examinations, train candidates who pass and provide them with employment.

How to Choose Educational Institutions..?

Various companies offer animation courses in the country. Students often have doubts about what kind of training institute to choose. They need to go to the offices of the organizations they want to join and find out what kind of training the students are getting there. The past history and infrastructure of the organization should be examined. Need to know how many of the students studying at that institution got jobs. Alumni views should be collected. It is advisable to make a decision after evaluating all these.

Types of Courses: Certificate, Diploma, UG, PG & Doctorate.

Types of Animation: Traditional Animation, 2D Animation, 3D Animation and Motion Graphics.

Specializations: Game Animation, Character Animation, Animation and VFX, Creative Computing, Game Development, Digital Animation, 2D & 3D Animation, Illustration and Animation, Creative Computing.

Eligibility Criteria:

Students who have completed their 12th from any stream (Science/ Commerce/ Arts) can pursue a Certificate, Diploma or Undergraduate Animation Courses and also, they must be skilled in Drawing and Sketching and moreover passion about to do Animation.

Certificate: A Student must have Passed in 12th from a recognized board/ university with any stream. This course duration is 6 months.

Courses:

✦ Certificate in VFX - 6 months

✦ Certificate in 2D Animation

✦ Certificate in 3D Animation

✦ Certificate in CG Arts

✦ Certificate in Editing, Mixing and Post Production Works.

Diploma: A Student must have Passed in 12th from a recognized board/ university with any Background. This course duration is 1 year.

For Certificate/ Degree: She/ he required to Pass in 12th with any stream from a recognized University/ board or else completed diploma in a relevant course is plus. This course duration is 3- 4 years.

For Post Graduate: A candidate should pass graduation in Animation or a related subject from a recognized university/ board. This course duration is 2 years.

Courses:

✦ M.A in Digital Media 3D Animation- 3 years

✦ M.A or MFA in Animation

For Doctorate: For pursue Doctorate, A Candidate must be passed Post- Graduation in the relevant Subject. This course duration is 2- 5 years.

Top Institutions/ colleges with Fee Module:

Skills Required:

✦ Drawing & Sketching skills,

✦ Good Communication skills,

✦ General Awareness on computer,

✦ Be Creative & Analytical skills,

✦ Good Observation skills.

Opportunities/ Fields:

✦ Automobile

✦ Architecture

✦ Civil Sector

✦ Aerospace

✦ Preparation of medicines

✦ Commercial advertising

✦ Featured movies

✦ Web Animation

✦ Visual effects

✦ Videogames and many more.

Job Role/ Designations with their Salaries:

✰ Modeller - Ranging from Rs. 19,122 to 28,879 per month.

✰ Layout Artist - Average Rs. 36,000 per month.

✰ Background Artist - Average Annual Salary Rs. 2.5 Lakhs.

✰ Rigging Artist - Ranging between Rs. 22,797 to 33,297 per month.

✰ 2D/ 3D Animator - Upto Rs. 4 Lakh per year.

✰ Texture artist - Average Range Rs. 27,774 per month.

✰ Art director - Average Rs. 8,21,637 per year.

✰ Image editor - Average Rs. 30,000 per month.

✰ Film video editor - Average Rs. 51,810 per month.

✰ Comic Book Artist - up to Rs. 2,50,000 per Annum.

✰ Scanner operator and many more.

Top Hiring Companies with their Packages:

✰ Maya Entertainment - Average Rs. 3.2 Lakhs per year.

✰ Zado Works - Average Rs. 27,272 per month.

✰ Silvertune Studio - Average Rs. 27,272 per month.

✰ India Pentamedia Graphics - Average Rs. 6.9 Lakhs per Annum.

✰ Tanj Animation - Upto Rs. 2.1 Lakh per year.

✰ Crest Communication - Upto Rs. 5 Lakh per Annum.

✰ Padmalaya Tele films - Upto Rs. 30,000 per month.

✰ Nipuna Services Limited - Upto Rs. 30 - 50k per month and also Acer, Accenture, Adobe Systems, Google Vision etc,.