Animation in Motion Trend Report

Featuring insight from the Collision Awards Jury and key winners, “Animation in Motion” is your guide to the latest trends in animation: what’s happening, how we’re all working, and where they see the industry going. We surveyed folks at all levels, from indie artists to studio heads, to get a comprehensive look at this dynamic field. How are teams actually using AI? What types of work are clients commissioning? Which styles are “in” and which are “out?” The answers may surprise you. A few noteworthy insights: 

• Almost 74% cite more demand for animation and design work over last year.
• When AI is part of a workflow, more than 57% are using it for creative concepting.
• 95% of respondents agree social media is essential for networking with other artists and connecting to audiences.

The Collision Awards honors excellence in Animation and Motion Design in all its forms. We are the only global award to celebrate the unique and incomparable creativity and technical talent working across Digital Communication, Commercials, Television, Film, Experiential, and Games & XR. Download the report to see what other animators and motion designers think is going on within the industry.