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i started my leap into the animation industry almost 2 years ago, and im not slowing down anytime soon! if you or someone you know needs a 2D animator (and generalist! i do it all!) - hit me up!! im always eager to start something new and become a valuable asset to a team :) tags! #openforworkanimation #opentoworkanimation #opentowork #openforwork #lookingforwork #animationwork #animation #animator #backgrounddesigner #backgroundart #characterdesigner #characterart #2danimation #2danimator

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I have avoided being vulnerable about the current downturn in the animation industry, often trying to present my best self and act as though everything is okay and will subside soon enough, as if I am stronger than what this situation is presenting. I was lucky enough to land a compositing gig last year that lasted a week and a half, during which I quickly learned and picked up After Effects. It was a great opportunity but this was the only gig I had gotten since December 2022. Seeing many of my colleagues go through hard times, struggle financially, and some even have public breakdowns over the burden that this downturn has caused, often stopped me from posting about my own issues. I don't want to add another drop to the lake of disappointment these times have created. I understand, though, that studios are struggling too. They need to find a balance between taking on talent and making money. This reality is not lost on me, and I don't direct my frustration toward them. However, things definitely need to change. I took a shot at my dreams, and it feels like they are currently taking a shot at me. At this point, I have been ghosted by studios more times than I can count while working and scraping by in a completely different field of work. It has been heartening to see so many people met with empathy as we all compete for the few positions available. It has been exhausting to work and try to have enough energy to apply and continue to build my portfolio. I keep saying I was lucky enough to have a taste of the industry and unlucky enough to have gotten just a sample before it all collapsed. I really hope that current animation schools and teachers are truly preparing new students for what the job market currently holds. It is their duty to make this point clear because we are at risk of losing even more talent. All my opportunities have come from so many people fighting and recommending me, most of whom I met on ONE project. The sad part is, most newcomers won't have this luxury. I can't begin to thank these people enough for constantly reaching out and sticking their neck out for me. This situation won't beat the drive out of me to continue making art or animation, but I am having to seriously look at the direction this is all going if I am hoping to live a fulfilling life with some financial security again, especially with the cost of living basically doubling as this all began. With all that said, if you or somebody you know is looking for a hardworking 2D Compositing Artist who brings a lot of laughs (I know this post doesn't make that case clear, lol) and a high caliber of quality, then please consider me for your next production. I am well-versed in Toon Boom and After Effects and have dabbled in Nuke. I promise you won't regret it. Thanks in advance, and to those still struggling, I feel you. I really do. You have more worth than this industry is showing you right now. #animation #animationjobs #openforworkanimation #compositing

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