r/animationcareer

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About r/animationcareer

Looking for a career in animation? In this subreddit you can ask career-related questions, get feedback on your demoreel, and find advice on how to get into and survive the industry. Check out our wiki and FAQ before posting if you're new!

The community at a glance

r/animationcareer is a Subreddit for Animators with roughly 72K members. It has been around since 2015. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #8 in the Animation communities list.

Roughly 12K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Animation, Career, and Animation Career. Product recommendations often mention animation school, laptop, and 3d animation software.

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Established 2015
72K Members

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Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +12K members
Growth: +20.8% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2016: 452 members
  • 2017: 1K members
  • 2018: 3K members
  • 2019: 3K members
  • 2020: 6K members
  • 2021: 8K members
  • 2022: 8K members
  • 2023: 11K members
  • 2024: 14K members
  • 2025: 13K members
  • 2026: 6K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Jul: 879 members
  • Aug: 946 members
  • Sep: 1K members
  • Oct: 1K members
  • Nov: 1K members
  • Dec: 1K members
  • Jan: 1K members
  • Feb: 878 members
  • Mar: 1K members
  • Apr: 1K members
  • May: 1K members
  • Jun: 121 members

Topics

  • Animation
    164 posts in the past month
    #1
    Animation
    164
  • Career
    102 posts in the past month
    #2
    Career
    102
  • Animation Career
    37 posts in the past month
    #3
    Animation Career
    37
  • Portfolio
    33 posts in the past month
    #4
    Portfolio
    33
  • School
    26 posts in the past month
    #5
    School
    26

Flair

  • Career question
    78 posts in the past month
    1. Dreamworks Animation is asking their artists to use Gen AI
    2. No, knowing how to use AI doesn't make you capable of working in a real production.
    3. 11 Years of experience as a 2D animator and rigging artist, unemployed since August 2025
    #1
    Career question
    Dreamworks Animation is asking their artists to use Gen AI · No, knowing how to use AI doesn't make you capable of working in a real production. · 11 Years of experience as a 2D animator and rigging artist, unemployed since August 2025
    78
  • Portfolio
    18 posts in the past month
    1. rejected LAIKA intern portfolio PART TWO!!!
    2. Rejected by Dreamworks Internship
    3. Rejected Portfolio Advice / Character Design & Visdev
    #2
    Portfolio
    rejected LAIKA intern portfolio PART TWO!!! · Rejected by Dreamworks Internship · Rejected Portfolio Advice / Character Design & Visdev
    18
  • How to get started
    8 posts in the past month
    1. Why are so many people suddenly wondering how to break in with little-to-no skill?
    2. You Got Your Degree. Now What?
    3. What it's Like to Work in an Animation Studio
    #3
    How to get started
    Why are so many people suddenly wondering how to break in with little-to-no skill? · You Got Your Degree. Now What? · What it's Like to Work in an Animation Studio
    8
  • Positivity
    7 posts in the past month
    1. AI bubble
    2. My mother doesn't understand that this job requires being at home.
    3. The theatrical release of The Amazing Digital Circus could greatly benefit indie animation depending on its success.
    #4
    Positivity
    AI bubble · My mother doesn't understand that this job requires being at home. · The theatrical release of The Amazing Digital Circus could greatly benefit indie animation depending on its success.
    7
  • International
    4 posts in the past month
    1. AI won't take your job, outsourcing will.
    2. Be careful of Version One Studios
    3. Fruit Love Island - a Rant
    #5
    International
    AI won't take your job, outsourcing will. · Be careful of Version One Studios · Fruit Love Island - a Rant
    4

Product recommendations

  • animation school
    10 posts in the past month
    1. Best animation school in mtl
    2. Best animation school in mtl
    3. What are the best online animation courses
    #1
    animation school
    Best animation school in mtl · Best animation school in mtl · What are the best online animation courses
    10
  • laptop
    6 posts in the past month
    1. best laptop for Houdini fx portfolio work?
    2. best laptop for Houdini fx portfolio work?
    3. What is the best laptop to start animating on?
    #2
    laptop
    best laptop for Houdini fx portfolio work? · best laptop for Houdini fx portfolio work? · What is the best laptop to start animating on?
    6
  • 3d animation software
    3 posts in the past month
    1. Need advice for best 3D software
    2. What is the best 3D animation software for beginners?
    3. What Is the Best 3D Animation Software?
    #3
    3d animation software
    Need advice for best 3D software · What is the best 3D animation software for beginners? · What Is the Best 3D Animation Software?
    3
  • tablet
    3 posts in the past month
    1. Best portable cintiq/tablet option that can run Storyboard Pro and Photoshop?
    2. Best portable cintiq/tablet option that can run Storyboard Pro and Photoshop?
    3. Which tablet is best for animation, XP Pen Artist 22 or Huion Kamvas 22 plus?
    #4
    tablet
    Best portable cintiq/tablet option that can run Storyboard Pro and Photoshop? · Best portable cintiq/tablet option that can run Storyboard Pro and Photoshop? · Which tablet is best for animation, XP Pen Artist 22 or Huion Kamvas 22 plus?
    3
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/animationcareer for?
Best for Animators enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/animationcareer free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/animationcareer have?
Roughly 72K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/animationcareer on?
r/animationcareer runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/animationcareer cover?
On the Hive Index, r/animationcareer is organized under Animators.
How do I join r/animationcareer?
You can join r/animationcareer by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Animation communities like?
Communities for animators working in 2D, 3D, stop motion, and character design. Reddit and Discord are the main platforms for sharing work, getting feedback, finding job opportunities, and connecting with other professionals at all stages of the craft.
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