Careers Opportunity

The Indian animation industry encompasses both 2D traditional, and 3D animation, as well as visual effects for feature films. Boosted by higher demand, the fast-growing Indian animation and gaming industry is expected to be worth $ 2.9 billion in the next three years. The country also requires fresh talent for this growing industry.

There are about 300 animation and 40 VFX companies in India. Animation industry needs more than 40,000 animators from india. The industry currently employs about 12,000 people with nearly 3,000 working as freelance animators.

The industry provides various career options like, 2D / 3D animators, visualisers, 2D / 3D designers, graphic designers, multimedia, programmers, 3D modelers, web designers, content developers, compositors, technical trainers, AV editors, pre & post-production executive, image retouch specialist, movie reviewer / critic, virtual merchandiser, drawing specialist and creative designer.

A student who begins his career with salary of Rs 15,000 per month can easily be earning Rs 35,000-40000 per month within 2-3 years.