Animation instructors are responsible for instructing and engaging students in animation. They must instruct students in either traditional or modern animation techniques, or both. * Also responsible for creating a series of images known as frames, to simulate movement.* Conceptualizing ideas for characters, scenes, backgrounds and other animation elements* Creating character sketches for new animations based on design briefs* Developing storyboards for animation projects* Designing backgrounds, sets and other elements of the animated environment* Developing timing and pacing of motion, based on audio requirements* Working with the story editors to merge the various layers of animation* Recording dialogue for the animation, where necessary* Collaborating with other creatives including designers, photographers and other animators to finalize projects