Research Guides: Animation: Careers

Professional Development for Animation

The Computer Graphics Society (CG)
At The Art Society, we inspire, empower, and engage artists everywhere. Whether helping you become a better artist, informing you of the latest happenings in the global art community, or empowering you with the knowledge and tools you will need to land your next job, The Art Society is here to inspire, inform, educate, and recruit.
International Animated Film Association (ASIFA) - Hollywood Chapter
The International Animated Film Association is an international non-profit organization founded in 1960 in Annecy, France, by the best known animation artists of the time such as the Canadian animator, Norman McLaren. There are now more than 30 chapters of the Association located in many countries of the world.
International Game Developers Association
Non-profit membership organization serving those who create video games and whose mission is "to advance the careers and enhance the lives of game developers by connecting members with their peers, promoting professional development, and advocating on issues that affect the developer community."
North American Simulation and Gaming Association (NASAGA)
A network of professionals dedicated to the design, implementation, and evaluation of games and simulations to improve learning results.
Women in Animation (WIA)
Founded in 1995, WIA is the only organization dedicated to advancing women in the field of animation. We envision a world where women share equally in the creation, production and rewards of animation, and we provide resources and connections to make it happen.

Find Jobs Posts for Animation

Occupational Outlook handbook
Data gathered by the US federal Department of Labor is brought together here in a searchable format. Information is provided on salaries, job outlook, necessary preparation. (But have to search broader career, Animator rather than character rigger.)
California Labor Market
Provides overview of labor market for California. Go to Occupational Profile to learn specific information for Animators, including searching for openings.
Mountie CareerSource
Mt. SAC Career Services' online job bank for Mt. SAC students and alumni. You can use the system to view job postings, submits resumes for review, & apply for jobs.
Game Jobs
Entertainment Careers

Find Career Information on the Internet

Read the profiles of the careers that you're interested in. Learn the job duties, the eduation required, salary information, job outlooks, and more.

Occupational Outlook Handbook
A nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives. The Handbook is revised every two years.
California Labor Market Information Overview
Includes job description, job outlook, wages, qualification requirements, plus additional resources.

Article Databases for Career Research

Article databases can be accessed 24/7 by current Mt.SAC students, faculty and staff. Use your portal username and password for off-campus access.

Here is a list of databases that contain career information -

Career & Technical Education Database This link opens in a new window
Includes nearly 600 titles, with more than 500 available in full text for research on careers and vocations, trade and industry, technical resources, and job searching.
Ferguson's Career Guidance Center This link opens in a new window
Provides job and industry profiles, workplace and job hunting skills, career and industry resources, career news, career interest assessment, and more.
Business Market Research Collection This link opens in a new window
Includes: Hoover’s Company Profiles which covers global public and non-public companies including financials, competitors, and officers; OxResearch which has articles covering regional economic and political developments; US and Worldwide Industry & Market Reports which provides global industries in depth; and Snapshots which are market research overviews on industries and countries. Coverage: 1986 - current