From the release:

The Collision Awards, which honors excellence in Animation and Motion Design in all its forms, just published the inside scoop about the animation industry.

Featuring insight from the Collision Awards Jury and winners, the report provides a comprehensive look at this dynamic field. How popular are AI tools really, and how are they being used? What types of work are clients commissioning? Which styles are “in” and which are “out?” Some of the answers surprised us.

A few noteworthy insights:

• More than 57% of respondents report using AI for creative concepting.
• Almost 74% cite greater demand for animation and design work over the last year.
• 95% of respondents say this one tool is crucial for connecting with fellow artists and their audiences alike

Read the report to see what top animators and motion designers think is going on within the industry.