Career in Animation: The Challenge Awaits

By Debbie Wilson
Debbie.Wilson@computeranimationsschoolreview.com
Computer Animation School Review Columnist

Have you ever watched the Christmas classic Frosty the Snowman and wondered how such an animated creation came to be? Do you enjoy creating moving images via the use of a computer? If so, a creative and exciting career in computer animation could be the one for you.

First released in 1969, Frosty the Snowman is one of those animated movies that you never get tired of watching. Originally animated in a five-minute black-and-white cartoon, it came to full color and design when Steve Nakagawa, animation supervisor, brought its characters to life. And while Frosty's beginnings utilized flip-style hand drawings, todays computer-generated look-alikes are making this classic movie even more realistic and believable.

The Future of Computer Animation

The future of computer animation is hardly in sight, and that is probably attributed to the fact that every day, new rendering techniques and computer technologies turn the impossible into the possible. In fact, it is predicted that someday, all movies, animated or not, might be created via computer animation.

If you enjoy computers and animation, and are looking for a lifetime of challenges and creative opportunities, then an exciting career in animation may be exactly what you're looking for. With so many accredited colleges, universities, and technical schools to choose from, obtaining your degree in the arts is easy. And when you graduate, there will be many great jobs in computer animation just waiting for new and refreshing talent such as yourself. What are you waiting for? Immerse yourself in animation and let the creative juices start flowing today, then enjoy a rewarding career tomorrow.

About the Author
Debbie Wilson owns and operates a lakeside resort, managing all aspects of operations, including marketing and promotion.

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