Animator Resume

As I’ve mentioned before, when you’re looking for work as a character animator your demo reel (or show reel) is most important. But you still need to have a resume to show – you are applying for a job after all.

From my own experience (while being interviewed), the interviewer will usually look at the resume and comment or ask questions about some of the projects I’ve worked on. When you are new to the industry they often ask questions about your education.

They ask the question because they are interested in the answers, but to also get a sense of your personality and how well you communicate (as nervous as you may be {:- o

Resume Layout
Since your previous work experience is what they’re most interested in, I suggest putting “RELATED EXPERIENCE” at the top of your resume, and then “EDUCATION” below that.

Be sure to indicate which software packages you know and list your skill sets – modeling, rigging, etc…

It’s always a good idea to include references at the bottom of your resume, or on a separate page if you don’t have room.

Here’s a copy of my resume for you to see as an example. (I had to remove some info)
Animation Resume – Page 1
Animation Resume – Page 2
Animation Resume – Page 3

Shot Breakdown
If you have a variety of work on your demo reel, you should include a Shot Breakdown List on a separate sheet. The shot breakdown simply lists what you did for each piece on your demo reel.

As a recent graduate you may have done everything on your demo reel. In that case just list everything that was done. For example – Character design, modeling, texturing, rigging, animation….all done by “insert name here”.

And of course with any resume, keep it neat, clear, concise, and include your name and contact info at the top of the page.