In a typical work setting, animators and multimedia artists:

Interpersonal Relationships

• Have a medium level of social interaction. They interact with other artists, but also spend time alone working on their projects.
• Communicate daily by phone, e-mail, and in person. They also write letters and memos, but less often.
• Work as part of a team most of the time.
• Are somewhat responsible for the work completed by others.
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• Occasionally are placed in conflict situations.

Physical Work Conditions

• Always work indoors.
• Work near others, typically in a shared office space.

Work Performance

• Make decisions that affect coworkers and clients on a weekly basis. They make most of their decisions without talking to a supervisor first.
• Must be very exact and accurate when working on a project.
• Must meet strict daily deadlines.
• Often repeat the same physical activities, such as using a computer.
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• Set some tasks and goals independently, but usually talk to a superior first.

Hours/Travel

• Usually work an irregular schedule that varies by projects and deadlines.
• May work part time or full time. However, most work full time, about 40 hours per week or more.