Job Opportunities in Digital Design and Animation

Draw Your Perfect Future with Training in Digital Design and Animation

Digital Design and Animation is a wide and varied industry with many possible career paths. Where you go with your degree is up to you, and with multimedia training from Rasmussen College you will be prepared. You will be on the leading edge of technology, and possess the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the growing needs of marketers, designers, animators, and E-commerce.

Careers in Digital Design and Animation are experiencing faster-than-average growth according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and opportunities expected to increase by 39.5% between 2004 and 2014. Digital Design is a relatively new field and its growth should continue to keep pace with new technologies.

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As a graduate of our Digital Design program, you will be ready to take on the types of workloads found within a production environment, successfully. You will have the ability to bring a high working standard to the table, as well as to create new and exciting media, and Rasmussen College will be with you every step of the way – from your 1st day of classes to the 1st day at your new job - and beyond!

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Career Salary Data

Multimedia Artist/Animator - $38,500 (25th percentile)
Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials. Must remain abreast of technological advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A great deal of creativity and latitude is expected.

Graphic Design Specialist - $39,727 (25th percentile)
Uses knowledge of current graphic design software to produce graphic art and visual materials for promotions, advertisements, films, packaging, and informative and instructional material through a variety of media outlets such as websites and CD-ROMs. Generates and manipulates graphic images, animations, sound, text and video into consolidated and seamless multimedia programs. Must remain abreast of technological advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A great deal of creativity and latitude is expected.

Web Designer I - $42,473 (25th percentile)
Produces graphic sketches, designs, and copy layouts for online content. Determines size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, selects style and size of type, and arranges layout based upon available space, knowledge of layout principles, and aesthetic design concepts. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a manager.

Multimedia Services Manager - $66,999 (25th percentile)
Manages a staff of technical production specialists. Implements policies, procedures, and guidelines for on-line media content. Solves complex technical problems. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.

Note: Salary data listed above is from salary.com & acinet.org.

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