Careers in Digital Animation - Library Binding

by Kathy Furgang (Author)

Computers have reinvigorated the traditional art of animation, leading to a proliferation of digital images everywhere we turn. Live-action films, television graphics, screen crawls and online ads, video and computer games, and mobile apps; it's all around us. This insider's guide shares crucial industry information with readers about the best courses of study, academic programs, internship opportunities, and career-building activities that will lead to successful and gratifying employment. It details the many distinct jobs within the field and their academic, technical, experiential, and professional requirements. It also discusses how best to build and present one's portfolio of work, how to search for jobs, how to prepare for the job interview, and how to engage in lifelong learning in order to advance one's career. Its emphasis on career-preparedness and digital literacy meets the curriculum reading standards for informational texts.