High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in art, design, or animation

Training in graphic design software and other multimedia applications

Some on-the-job training

Usually work a set schedule.

May work part time or full time. However, most work full time, about 40 hours per week.

ANIMATORS AND MULTI-MEDIA ARTISTS will:

Create cartoons, web pages, brochures, and other designs

Use complex computer software and equipment

Have an eye for color and detail

Have a sense of balance and proportion

ANIMATORS AND MULTI-MEDIA ARTISTS frequently:

Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Sit for long periods of time

Repeat the same movements

It is important that ANIMATORS AND MULTI-MEDIA ARTISTS be able to:

See details of objects that are less than a few feet away

Speak clearly so listeners can understand

Understand the speech of another person

See differences between colors, shades, and brightness