High School
If you are interested in becoming an animator, you should, of course, take art as well as computer science classes in high school. Math classes, such as algebra and geometry, will also be helpful. If your school offers digital design, computer animation, and game design classes, be sure to take those.
Postsecondary Education
You do not need to go to college to become an animator, but many colleges are beginning to offer classes and degrees in computer animation, digital art, computer and video game design, and related fields. Some of today’s top computer animators are self-taught or have learned their skills on the job, but as competition for jobs increases, it is a good idea to earn at least an associate’s degree in animation, computer and video game design, digital art, digital media, or a related field.
In addition to formal training, you should learn as many software programs as possible such as Adobe Animate, Adobe After Effects, Blender, Cinema 4D, Houdini, Maya, Nuke, and Wondershare Filmora.
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