VFX artist

Job description:

VFX artists produce digitally generated imagery that is photoreal. The role calls for the seamless integration of these effects into live action in motion pictures, television, and, increasingly, internet and console gaming. The most recent technology is used by VFX artists to create computer-generated creatures, crowds, and stunt doubles. Digital particle effects, which can manipulate objects and lighting and include fluid and fire, are another expanding field. You must persuade the viewer that what they are witnessing is authentic. This might be a dragon, a castle from a fairy tale, a downpour, a large wave, a spaceship, a superhero, an extraterrestrial city, or a complete planet.

Statistics and data to consider when applying as a VFX Artist:

Philippines US Japan
minimum qualifications
  • Strong working knowledge of software tools, including Houdini, Unity, Dreamweaver, Adobe CS5, and Autodesk Maya
  • Excellent computer skills and attention to detail.
  • Good drawing skills and creativity.
  • Excellent time managementskills.
  • Strong communication and active listening skills.
  • Good portfolio of work
  • Strong computer programming skills
  • Interested inworking on game /animation industry
  • Hands on experience with After Effects, NUKE,and MAYA
  • Must have portfolio
  • Must have conversational Japanese skill
  • Currently living in Japan
Requirements Should have a bachelor's or associate's degree in any of the following:
  • Computer animation
  • Multimedia studies
  • Graphic design
  • Or any related field
Should have a bachelor's or associate's degree in any of the following:
  • Computer animation
  • Multimedia studies
  • Graphic design
  • Or any related field
  • Japanese: Conversational (preferred)
  • Must currently reside in Japan
  • Portfolio required
  • Visa sponsorship available
Possible Salary (Average) per year $8,056 or ₱472,465 (PHP) $59,177 or ₱3,470,553 (PHP) A¥3.0M ~ ¥7.0M / Year
Schools that offers high job placement after graduate
  • CIIT Philippines - Computer Science, Multimedia Arts
  • Multimedia Arts
  • iACADEMY
  • Gnomon School of Visual Effects
  • Savannah College of Art and Design
  • University of Southern California
  • TOHO GAKUEN Film Techniques Training College
Top companies
  • AJ Marketing
  • Industrial Light & Magic (ILM)
  • Digital Frontier

Film makers

Job description:

Produce or direct performances for the stage, screen, radio, television, video, or film for instruction, entertainment, or both. in charge of selecting actors or guests, building sets, using special effects, choreographing, and interpreting the material artistically. A bachelor's degree in film or a closely related discipline is typically required to become a filmmaker, as are the minimum prerequisites and credentials for the position. Aspiring filmmakers can pick up all the necessary skills and methods for video editing on these courses. Employers may provide training in the particular software they utilize once they land their first job.

Statistics and data to consider when applying as a Filmaker:

Philippines US Japan
Minimum qualifications Knowledge of media production and communication Once assisted by a director or producer. Purely based on language skills, networking abilities, and existing background of field.
Requirements Associate Degree in Film Studies after completing the 10+2 requirement Should have a bachelor's or associate's degree in film, or any related field A degree of any sorts related to film studies and production
Possible Salary (Average) per year $9,495 or ₱556,966 (PHP) $62,518 or ₱3,667,368 (PHP) ¥6,512,338 or ₱2,589,956 (PHP)
Schools that offers high job placement after graduate
  • University of Philippines Film Institute
  • De La Salle College of Saint Benilde
  • Asia Pacific Film Institute
  • University of Southern California
  • University of Southern California
  • NYU Tisch School of the Arts
  • English Language Film School of Japan
  • Tokyo Film, Actor & Broadcasting Arts College
  • Tokyo University of the Arts
Top companies
  • GMA Pictures
  • LVN Pictures
  • Sampaguita Pictures
  • Sony Pictures
  • Warner Bros
  • Walt Disney
  • Toho
  • Shochiku
  • Toei

Art director

Job description:

Art directors oversee a team of creatives and make decisions on which artistic techniques to use, how to best portray the creative director's concept, how to assess and approve content, designs, or images, and how to develop budgets and timelines. Most businesses, both domestically and abroad, need at least a Bachelor's degree in art or design, as well as prior professional experience. Art directors may have previously worked as graphic designers, illustrators, copy editors, photographers, or any other art or design profession, depending on the industry.

Statistics and data to consider when applying as an Art director:

Philippines Us Japan
Minimum qualifications
    Knowledgeable in graphic design and have a good sense of overall aesthetic of the project.
    Can lead individuals who will work for their creative projects
    (Minimum qualifications for an art director is almost the same for all countries.) Knowledgeable in graphic design and have a good sense of overall aesthetic of the project.
    Can lead individuals who will work for their creative projects.
    (Minimum qualifications for an art director is almost the same for all countries.) Knowledgeable in graphic design and have a good sense of overall aesthetic of the project.
    Can lead individuals who will work for their creative projects.
Requirements
    Bachelor Degree in Art or Design Subject
    Should have worked in the art industry before becoming an art director
    Bachelor Degree in Art or Design Subject
    Should have worked in the art industry before becoming an art director
    4 years bachelor’s degree
    Minimum of 7 years graphic design and art direction experience in a branded content, agency, editorial, or marketing
    Fluency in both written and spoken English
Possible Salary (Average) per year ₱831,432 $69,091 ¥6,348,000
Schools that offers high job placement after graduate
    UP Diliman - College of Fine Arts and Design
    De La Salle College of Saint Benilde
    American Academy of Art College
    Tokyo University of the Arts
Top companies
    Wunderman Thompson
    Smithsonian Institution Optum Technology Solutions
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Animator

Job description:

An Animator is in charge of creating a series of images known as frames that serve to show movement. As part of their duties, they work with creative professionals like authors, designers, and voice actors to create films, video games, or the graphics for TV commercials and other forms of entertainment. You can prepare for entry into the field by earning an HND (higher national diploma) or degree in a relevant field like animation, film, television, photography, illustration, 3D/graphic design, or computer/computer-aided engineering. A postgraduate degree in animation might also be useful.

Statistics and data to consider when applying as an Art director:

Philippines US Japan
Minimum qualifications
    5 years minimum work experience Solid work history Proven ability
    College Degree Self Study Internships
    Fluent in japanese language Went to animation school
Requirements
    Can demonstrate their skills
    Solid work history
    Internships
Possible Salary (Average) per year
    ₱318,000 or $5,451.27
    Middle annual salary: $70,530
    Top annual salary: $123,060
    Bottom annual salary: $39,330
    Average Annual Salary - 4,408,000 yen or $40,000
Employment Rate
  • 2d Animation: 34%
  • Web animation: 22%
  • 3d Animation: 21%
  • Special Effects: 13%
    General ani. industry: 16%
    General ani. industry: 54.2%
Top companies
    BrightBulb Animations Philippines
    Snipple Animation Studios
    Walt Disney Studio Animation
    Dreamworks Studio
    MAPPA Studio
    Studio Ghibli
    Kyoto Animation

Figure 1. Educational Attainment of employees.


It is observed in the graph that Art Directors accept any level of educational attainment of their employees. However, take note that more than half of the population graduated with a bachelors/master degree. Less than half are those who graduated with lower education. For Animators, VFX Artists, and Filmmakers, most of the population are associates or graduated with a bachelor's degree in their field.

This indicates that for some jobs you don’t have to have a bachelor’s degree in order to take on the job. Though having a bachelor’s degree is most preferable among all three choices. The Animators are the exception as the graph is shown.

Figure 2. Comparison of Yearly Average Base Salary.

It is noticeable that the Philippines has a relatively lower average salary in terms of the creative industries chosen. In the graph, it is shown that in the Philippines, Art Directors have the highest average income and Animators have the lowest. Ironically, Animators have the highest average income among the 3 countries chosen.

In the US, it’s the Animators who got the highest and the VFX artists as the lowest income. While in Japan, it’s the Filmmakers who got the highest and Animators as the lowest income.

This shows that in each country, each jobs’ income is different and it should be taken into account if you consider getting jobs outside the country. It is also shown that Art Directors have a great paying grade in all three countries among the rest of the jobs. Their average salary is also relatively better than others.

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