Additional research

Animation industry

Can vary in styles such as 2D (traditional), 3D/CG and Stop Motion.

Especially for 2D, jobs can range from assistant animators (to do clean-up and inbetweens) and rigging using puppet models

For what makes an animator good is that they should have passion for animation, this is probably through watching animated movies or shows, proper communication and organisation skills and the knowledge of the main principles of animation.

Courses for animation are everywhere online and some even cost nothing to view and learn from. (Helpful for those who want to get into the medium but might not have the budget for it)

Always build up a portfolio

Drawing helps massively, recommended taking a sketchbook everywhere you go and doodle

Estimated around £14,000 up to £36,000 a year (depending on experience), 35 to 40 hours a week.

Frequently Asked Questions are always helpful.

Work experience by contacting animation companies to see if they offer any, helping out in local areas such as schools and small businesses by asking if they want to improve their appearance or producing a small animation for them.

https://www.accessvfx.org/internships

First it would probably start out as just me and slowly build up the amount of staff

Crowdfunding could be a possibility as it’s easy to set up (but negatives could be that the reach for the project could reach not as many people, so that would also equal to lack of funds) and looking into grants might be useful/effective.

Equipment like drawing tablets, PC computers and animation software are crucial to start up the business as it’s needed to do the work for the business

Creative Grants

https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/DYCP

- Funded by the National Lottery

Creative grants help out productions and businesses by providing money to them. You apply online if you are eligible.   

Grant range: £2,000 - £10,000