Are there other jobs like animation?

Animation and visual effects employment is a very competitive field, but if you have the requisite talent and skills, you can find a very rewarding career as an animator. Animation jobs are available in many industries, ranging from film and television to even medical imaging. The booming area of Video Games offers many visual effects jobs as well.

So, where do you find these jobs? Peruse the various boards and websites that list creative jobs; that's a start. Here are some facts you should know about employment in animation:

1. Many schools offer affordable programs to prepare you for animation and visual effects jobs.
2. Find animation jobs -- including specialized jobs in character animation, storyboarding and 3D modeling -- on creative job boards.
3. Participating in an internship is a good way to pursue a career in visual effects.