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Darrell
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Are there accommodations in the animation industry?
Hello,
I am an autistic artist who’s interested in being in the animation industry as an animator and maybe an animation director. However, I want to ask if there are accommodations for those who are disabled in the industry and if there’s someone that I can ask about their experiences in the industry as well.
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Maria R
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To effectively disclose a disability, you need to think about three things: IF you need to disclose, WHEN is the right time, and HOW you should share this information. The Lime Network is a fantastic resource that can guide you through this process. It provides information on how to disclose a disability effectively, and also offers career opportunities, social events, fellowship programs, and much more! Keep in mind, having a disability often brings unique advantages. It encourages you to find creative solutions and be resourceful when facing challenges.
Thank you, Maria!
Darrell
Incredible resource! Thank you for sharing, Maria. Sharing the link to the org here for easy reference: https://limeconnect.com/.
yoonji KIM, Admin
Yes, thank you for posting the link. I was unable to in my response.
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Shahneela Vengus
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It's truly exciting to know that you're keen on carving out a career in the vibrant world of animation, potentially even as a director. The animation field, along with other creative domains, is progressively recognizing the significance of diversity and inclusion. This includes extending accommodations and support to individuals with disabilities, such as autism.
Here are some proactive steps to help you delve into opportunities and gain insights from industry peers:
Animation Studio Exploration: Begin by investigating animation studios and firms renowned for their inclusive and supportive work cultures. Some studios are champions of diversity and provide assistance to individuals with disabilities. For instance, Disney has an initiative named Disney Aspire, which offers educational aid to employees with autism and other disabilities.
Networking: Participate in animation industry happenings, conferences, and conventions, both physically and virtually. Networking with industry veterans can help you link up with individuals who might share experiences akin to yours. Don't hesitate to initiate a conversation about their experiences and any accommodations they've benefitted from.
Online Communities: Become a part of online communities and forums that focus on animation and disability advocacy. Platforms like LinkedIn, Reddit, or Facebook groups could have members who can share their personal experiences in the animation field. Feel free to ask questions and participate in discussions to learn from their journeys.
Here are some proactive steps to help you delve into opportunities and gain insights from industry peers:
Animation Studio Exploration: Begin by investigating animation studios and firms renowned for their inclusive and supportive work cultures. Some studios are champions of diversity and provide assistance to individuals with disabilities. For instance, Disney has an initiative named Disney Aspire, which offers educational aid to employees with autism and other disabilities.
Networking: Participate in animation industry happenings, conferences, and conventions, both physically and virtually. Networking with industry veterans can help you link up with individuals who might share experiences akin to yours. Don't hesitate to initiate a conversation about their experiences and any accommodations they've benefitted from.
Online Communities: Become a part of online communities and forums that focus on animation and disability advocacy. Platforms like LinkedIn, Reddit, or Facebook groups could have members who can share their personal experiences in the animation field. Feel free to ask questions and participate in discussions to learn from their journeys.
Amalya Sukiasyan
ESOL teacher at Washington English Center
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Amalya’s Answer
Hi Darrell,
There are no any ideal industries. I mean not only in animation industry, but also in many other fields have such challenges. And in most cases, things are complicated rather than easy and simple. So if you really want to follow the animation career path, choose it.
Writing for movies is an excellent option, but it can be very competitive. In terms of having a talent in creative writing, it would be great.
There are no any ideal industries. I mean not only in animation industry, but also in many other fields have such challenges. And in most cases, things are complicated rather than easy and simple. So if you really want to follow the animation career path, choose it.
Writing for movies is an excellent option, but it can be very competitive. In terms of having a talent in creative writing, it would be great.
Amalya Sukiasyan
ESOL teacher at Washington English Center
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Yerevan
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Amalya’s Answer
Hi Darrell,
Although this is not my field, I would like to help with some ideas.
It depends on your disability type. For instance, if a person has a visual disability, it would be very challenging to become a movie director since much of the work is related to visual components. In other cases, it may be difficult to do a certain job with the other types of disabilities. But anyway, who knows, maybe with the help of great accommodations everything is possible!
Not only in animation, but in general, employees with disabilities can ask for accommodations in many cases, especially in the United States. Also, in today's world, innovative technologies revolutionized the world and the way we live. I think you can even find some necessary tools for accommodation by yourself.
All the best
Although this is not my field, I would like to help with some ideas.
It depends on your disability type. For instance, if a person has a visual disability, it would be very challenging to become a movie director since much of the work is related to visual components. In other cases, it may be difficult to do a certain job with the other types of disabilities. But anyway, who knows, maybe with the help of great accommodations everything is possible!
Not only in animation, but in general, employees with disabilities can ask for accommodations in many cases, especially in the United States. Also, in today's world, innovative technologies revolutionized the world and the way we live. I think you can even find some necessary tools for accommodation by yourself.
All the best
Thank you, Amalya for the advice.
Darrell