Also called: Creative Coder, WebGL Developer
Codes the wild, animated, 3D websites and interactive experiences brands use to wow people.
You turn a designer's idea into a website where a sneaker spins in 3D as you scroll. You tweak animation timing for hours until it feels just right, and build interactive installations for museum exhibits or product launches.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Degree in computer science, interaction design or digital media; a show-stopping portfolio matters most.
Ways in: 4-year college, Self-taught. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Computer Science, Digital Media, Interaction Design.
Growing faster than average (about 7% over 10 years). Tracks web developers and digital designers.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI generates 3D and animation code, but award-winning interactive experiences need human creativity and craft.
Classes: Art, AP Computer Science A, Physics.
Official data: O*NET occupation 15-1254.
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