Animation is undoubtedly one of the best and sorted career options for students who desire to pursue it after their schooling. The career opportunities, growth, high-end salaries are the attraction points for making a career in the Animation field. The students who love to showcase their talent and creativity through animation and motion pictures can select an Animation course after their class 12th level examination. In the Indian movie industry, the requirement of an animator is beyond the expectations as every other comercial movie being released has some sought of animation into it. The want of animators in the technology and entertainment industry is increasing rapidly. 

Courses After Class 12 in Animation

  • B A in Animation

  • B.Sc in Animation

  • Diploma in Animation

  • Other Certificate Courses

In animation, the suitable candidates can work in many roles including 2 D and 3 D Animator, Image Editor, Layout and Texture Artist, StoryBoard Artist and others. But to work as an animator, the candidate should have some set of skills to complete the assigned projects. Below is list of essential skills that an animator should possess. 

  • Computer Skill

  • Creativity

  • Good Visual Imagination

  • Knowledge of CAD

  • Good Colour Sense

  • Artistic Skills

  • Sense of Aesthetics

Presently in India, over 300 animation studios have given employment to nearly 15,000 candidates who are qualified and possess above mentioned skills. The gaming industry is nowhere at last when it comes to giving career opportunities to the animation professionals. The gaming industry is one among the top industries who provides employment to the animators. 

Salary of an Animator in India

  • Intern/Trainee: Candidates in this category may get a salary ranging from INR 8,000 to 15,000 per month. 
  • 3 to 5 years Experience: Candidates in this category may get a good package of INR 25,000 to 35,000 per month. 
  • 5 Years+ Experience: Candidates falling in this category may get a salary ranging between INR 50,000 to 70,000 per month.

The aspirants of Animation must go through the prospectus of different colleges offering Animation courses. This will help them to understand the dynamics of the Animation course and its syllabus. Following which the candidate will stand at a position to select the most suitable college.