Best Ways to Create an Animation Showreel that Shines

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BEST WAYS TO CREATE ANIMATION SHOWREEL
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Animation is the best skill-based program and
learning this can create multiple job
opportunities for you. An animation showreel is
like a beads necklace, where small pieces of
several video-clips are put together forming a
single piece of a compact video.
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The showreel at any given time performs multiple
functions. Some of them are as under,

• Highlights your practical skills
• Help in creating an impressive portfolio
• Catch your clients attention
• Develop web connectivity with clients and
  partners, etc.

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Animation can be described as the skill that
enhances freedom of creative expression. This
skill helps the creator in conceptualizing ideas
and brings it to life through several visual
narratives. Design, computer software, and
programming are some of the major aesthetic and
technical skills that are required for pursuing
animation. These skills are easy to adapt and
industries like web design, graphic design, and
video creation utilizes the application of these
technical talents.
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Now let us check out what we need to do for
creating a showreel.

• As visual trends, techniques and mechanisms
  undergo constant change, it is very essential
  that you eye-ball your work and choose the
  current and most appropriate technique to make
  your assignment stand out.

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2. Your showreel content should convey a message.
If you are creating a showreel for a particular
job, make sure the message reflects the theme and
purpose. E.g. you should include more
story-telling animations while applying to a film
studio (Disney)
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Determining the best shots and spectacular scenes
plays a key role while showcasing your successful
performance. 4. To avoid copyright violation,
you can opt for theme audios from free music
services when selecting good music for your
video. 5. Compilation of the showreel involves
editing which is only possible by using
professional softwares.
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6. Allow your animation showreel flow. Your focus
should be laid on the blending of video clips
during the transition of individual shots, while
creating the animation showreel. Avoid making
your animation showreel either too lengthy or too
short. An appropriate length of the showreel to
achieve should range from over one second and not
exceed seven seconds. 7. Honest and unbiased
feedback from viewers is very essential for
assessing overall performance. 8. Upload the
video on the internet, share it with a client. To
allow easy access to the video, you can also
attach the showreel to the cloud or upload it on
YOUTUBE.
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What Are Your Skill Sets?
Skillsets are the first thing that comes to your
mind as an animator while choosing a niche for
your animation workshop. Your niche will define
your brand. Hence, you should be extra careful
while finalizing your niche in a way that it
helps you sustain for 10-15 years. An animation
showreel involves a video compilation of your
best projects or work accomplished. An animation
showreel highlights your achievements in a
competitive market.
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LET US TAKE A BRIEF LOOK AT THE 10 KEY AREAS TO
FOCUS ON, WHILE MAKING YOUR OWN ANIMATION
SHOWREEL

• Determine your animation showreel precisely Do a
  thorough market research before showcasing your
  animation skills.
• 2. First impression is crucial Introduction and
  conclusion in a showreel is important. Add your
  best work in the beginning and in the end to
  attract clients.
• 3. Keep it compact The first 5 seconds is very
  crucial. It will either make or break your
  career. Organize your showreel skillfully putting
  the best efforts at the beginning.

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4. Zero compromise with quality/errors A short
showreel with a handful of good shots is always
appreciated over a lengthy reel with deficient
performance. Leave no space for any imperfection
in the quality of your work. Also, there is no
room for errorsif the client finds any mistake
in the content your work might get rejected and
your performance will be judged on the basis of
that. Therefore, leave out anything that creates
doubts. 5. Avoid copyright violation while
adding music to your clip Think wisely before
adding music. Choose perfect audio and ensure
proper linking.
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6. Collect genuine feedback from people you
admire Although friends and family play the role
of support pillars in all our lives, receiving
unbiased advice from a pro will only help you
improve your performance. People from the
industry, having a keen eye for detail will be
able to spot the areas of improvement and provide
you with best guidance. This will also skill up
your assessment ability as a critique of your own
work. 7. Add reel-breakdown list on the reel at
the ending If there is any part in the showreel
where you have put zero effort, give complete
recognition to the designer in the end. This
industry is a small world and you might get
caught red-handed. 8. Add individuality to your
showreel Provide your contact details at the
beginning and end. This includes, your full name,
your blog/website, your contact number, and your
email address. ALWAYS choose a professional email
address, avoid improper or casual email address,
such as gr8swtheart_at_yahoo.com
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9. A public reel is a must for your website
Upload your showreel on the digital space and
online. The first thing that the clients will see
is your showreel when they visit your website.
Your work should be bold and widely visible on
your wegr8swtheart_at_yahoo.combsite/blog. The
showreel that you create should be back-linked
with your LinkedIn profile, YOUTUBE channel,
FACEBOOK page or Instagram bio. 10. Frequent
upgradation of your work Improvements on your
work should be reflected on your showreel.
Addition of latest clips to your work helps you
keep your animation showreel updated. Create more
reels to exhibit your particular skill sets and
core areas of expertise.
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KEY POINTS TO MAKE YOUR SHOWREEL STANDOUT FROM
OTHERS

• Length of the showreel should not exceed over 2-3
  minutes.
• Showcase your best efforts.
• Show your individuality. Clients should be able
  to read you through your performance.
• Using authentic animation voice-over audio adds
  weight to your work.
• Avoid using collage patterns rather display
  individual pieces of work.
• Avoid using audio clips that create a distraction
  thereby interrupting active involvement of the
  viewer.

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your animation showreel is a dynamic document
that should evolve as your skills grow.
Continually update it with your latest and best
work. With these tips, your animation showreel
will be an impressive representation of your
talent and a powerful tool for advancing your
animation career.
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