What is the Average Animator Salary in India? [Updated 2021]

Are you guys excited to land your first animation job?

Great!!

Along with the excitement, you might be wondering what package I would expect to have.

Isn’t it? 

Well, I am here to answer all your queries regarding the salary packages of a motion graphics artist.

So don’t fret!!

I’ll be guiding you on this journey and giving you essential information on motion graphics artist career and the vital motion graphics skills that you should posses.

Animation is a creative industry, and the demand for talented and skilled animators has increased drastically with the advancement of technology.

Let's first understand the role of animators.

Although animators are responsible for creating frames(i.e., gathering multiple images) and are supposed to place the frames in a sequence that can be used to craft an illusion of movement, this process is usually known as animation.

However, the motion graphic profession is not limited to creating an illusion. It's more than this, and if you are planning to join this creative industry, then what are you waiting for? It's time to get out of your shell and sail the ship of creativity and flexible industry in the market.

I have enlisted job roles for an animator that they are generally entrusted with

  • Storyboarding
  • Designing animated characters
  • Meeting and planning with clients
  • Dialogue recording and working with editors.
  • Weaving the animation environment.

The salary package of Animators

The pay package of animators is entirely based on their motion graphics skills and job responsibilities. So, before you start preparing for your motion graphics interview, here is a glimpse of the salaries of animators in India as per different job profiles.

Senior Animator

Senior animators produce animation for characters, props, vehicles, and backgrounds. Get a quick view of other job responsibilities performed by senior animators:

  • Troubleshoot and resolve problems during the release cycle.
  • Streamline the task and achieve the organization goals
  • Create reusable animation assets for long-term development.

According to payscale the average salary of a Senior Animator is Rs.796,654 per annum.

3D artist

The 3D artist is responsible for creating computer images of people, buildings, and 3D objects. 3D designs are unlike traditional 2D art. And have an extensive understanding of relevant software and tools utilized in the animation industry.

  • Outstanding artistic skill
  • In some cases, a 3D artist can be asked to render out sketches in 2d representation. So to stand out in such a situation, he/she should have the appropriate knowledge and skills. 
  • Good understanding of computer software.
  • Proficient in creative hardware media, including light boards and stylus for drawing, etc.

Task to be performed by the 3D artists include:

  • Utilization of software, lighting, and rendering in order to fabricate textures and eye-catching visual effects.
  • Associate with designers and developers to build simulations and final projects.
  • Produce digital models adding video editing, 3D modeling, and animation.

The average salary a 3D artist getting is around Rs 338,068 per annum.

Compositor

Compositors perform various duties such as live-action, animation, graphics, and special effects. They are usually found in the post-production process and manages the construction of the final image by adding layers of the material prior created, ensuring at the end that you have accomplished the desired style.

According to payscale the annual income of Compositor is approx. Rs 386,938.

Animation Designer

Animation designers utilize their skills in creating images and effects for television, films, commercials, websites, and video games. They are also supposed to coordinate projects and animators to build 3D animation.

Let’s jump to the job description of the animation designer.

There is no as such job responsibilities for animation designer it varies with the company and their requirement. Work involves creating graphics and animation for media companies and commercials.

Moreover, the animation designer utilized various tools like Adobe Photoshop, 3D modeling, and rendering programs, including blender, 3D studio Max for web applications, familiarity with Flash and HTML5, etc., to create final output or visual effects.

The average salary of an animation designer is Rs 450,000 approx.

3D Animators

3D animators are responsible for making images and manipulate their movements in a 3D environment through computer software and tools. Their work needs a high level of detailing and problem-solving to render the final output.

Job responsibilities for 3D animators.

  • Create animation, special effects, visual images using film, video, computers, or other media.
  • Produce multi-media presentations to illustrate a wide array of material.
  • Cooperate with multiple departments and customers.

According to Payscale, the average 3D animator's salary is Rs 329786 per annum.

The 3D animator profile would be an excellent opportunity for the newbies. I would recommend you get a certification or join online courses to get hands-on 3D animation. You can expect a handsome salary out of it; it's all up to your knowledge and competencies.

Graphic Artist/Designers

The motion graphics artist utilizes his graphic skills to make artwork used in advertisements, newspapers, magazines, printing firms, etc. They put in lots of effort into conveying the message through beautiful graphics to the audience.

They work in studio environments with computers and drafting tables, with access to space, where they can spread out their art and design work for many firms.

According to payscale the average salary of Rs 242197 per annum.

Last Words

You will get ample opportunity in this creative and emerging field to grow your career, and if you work hard, you will surely achieve the milestone of your career growth.

Additionally, to succeed in this domain, you are supposed to have a specialty in any animation division mentioned above. Therefore you can join an online animation course and have the proficiency to create an effective show-reel to showcase your employer.

And for getting clear insights regarding the courses, you can hop on to the webdew’s blog. This will provide you the detail and benefits of joining online animation courses.

Looking for an animation job? Visit webdew careers page and apply now.

Good Luck for your motion graphics career!!

Meghna Biswas

Meghna Biswas

Meghna Biswas is a Social Media Marketer and Content Creator, she helps businesses attain leads through variety of social content across the web. Ms. Biswas is a writer by day or reader by night.

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