Professional 3D animators frequently pursue careers in gaming and film, but opportunities are also available in other industries as well.

Job titles include:

Concept artist,
Animator,
Character animator,
Storyboard artist,
Special effects animator,
Visual effects artist and
Game Designer

3D animation is also used in fields like web design, graphic design as well as advertising.

Career possibilities in these fields differ, but designers by and large work on a freelance basis and often need supplementary knowledge in web programming, graphic art or illustration.

Landing a job in 3D animation more often than not requires a bachelor's degree and demonstrable quality of work. A good demo reel or portfolio is vital to being hired. Strong technical skills are very much necessary.

Many institutions offer One or Two-year certificate programs and associate's degree programs specifically in 3D animation, both online and in classroom settings.

Some institutions also offer bachelor's degree programs in digital animation, which may comprise training in 2- and 3-dimensional animation or similar subjects.

Certificate in Animation
• Animation history
• Digital editing techniques
• Illustration software
• Motion graphics
• 3D modeling

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
• 3D animation design
• Animation layout
• Video game design basics
• Flash graphics
• Animation production
• Animation theory and history

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) programs
• Interface design
• 3D animation software programming basics
• 3D animation editing
• Lighting and shading in 3D animation
• Animation sound design