Updated April 2023
Think you might want to become a 2D animator? Concerned that a lack of experience will hold you back?
Not to worry. The need for animators is so great that there’s never been a better time for newcomers to break into the field.
Demand for animators is far outpacing supply. The shortage is so serious that some animation studios are having to turn away work or send projects overseas because they simply can’t find enough local talent to hire.
So how can a total beginner take advantage of that demand?
In this post, we take you through the basic steps you can follow to become an animator, even if you have little or no experience.
Here’s how to position yourself for success in Canada's hot animation job market.