Digital Animator

A Digital Animator uses a range of technologies to produce animated scenes for use in various media. Your animations may be used online or for television or film productions. Digital Animators may prepare a message such as in an advertisement or tell a story such as an illustrated movie. You may be involved in all stages of the production process from discussing ideas and creating storyboards to preparing animation sequences and editing the finished product.

Digital Animators need to be able to work with a larger production team and should be able to follow directions and communicate well with both colleagues and clients. It’s important that you are skilled in a range of digital software and can work to meet deadlines. Digital Animators need to have an excellent visual imagination and should be able to come up with creative and unique ideas.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a digital animator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media (Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects)
Blended, On Campus
8 - 12 months
$0 - $19,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animator Digital Animator Level Designer
Environment Artist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animator Digital Animator Level Designer Environment Artist + 1 more
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media
Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 24 months
$0 - $18,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Audio Visual Technician Camera Assistant Animator
3D Modeller Digital Animator Media Researcher Videographer Multimedia Artist Associate Producer Music Video Director Post Production Manager Set Designer Broadcast Engineer Casting Director VFX Artist
+ 12 more
CUA41220

Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Animation and Game Art)
On Campus
6 months
$3,126
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Junior Animator Animator Digital Animator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Junior Animator Animator Digital Animator
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Digital Animator Graphic Designer Game Tester
Level Designer Environment Artist Game Producer Lead Artist
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Digital Animator Graphic Designer Game Tester Level Designer Environment Artist Game Producer Lead Artist + 4 more
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Related occupations

3D Modeller

A 3D Modeller creates characters and landscapes using various materials, requiring creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork.

Avg yearly income $107,640
Skill level Advanced

Junior Animator

A Junior Animator assists in creating animations by preparing storyboards, scenes, and frames, using various techniques while following directions and meeting deadlines.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Animator

An Animator creates 2D or 3D animations, requiring creativity, software skills, collaboration, and the ability to meet client needs and deadlines.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

Common questions

How much does a Digital Animator earn?

In Australia, a full time Digital Animator generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Digital Animator?

There has been strong employment growth in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 2,100 people working as an animator in Australia and many of them specialise as a Digital Animator. Digital Animators may find work in larger towns and cities where media productions are based.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Digital Animator?

A Certificate IV in Digital Media Technologies is an excellent qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Digital Animator. This course looks at creating 2D digital animations and developing and using digital media technologies. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Information Technology, a Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games or a Diploma of Screen and Media.

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Further reading

How to become a multimedia designer

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