Occupation
Animation Director
An Animation Director sets the creative and technical vision for an animated film, series, or game sequence, guiding animators through storyboarding and shot design while ensuring consistent visual storytelling across the project. They typically have deep expertise in animation software such as Maya or Blender and oversee pipeline management to keep production on schedule and within budget. Found in studios and game companies, this senior role combines artistic judgment with team leadership over animators, riggers, and layout artists.
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