Finally made a reel! Let me know what you think Redditors

https://vimeo.com/331914410

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I spent about 90% of the time it took to make this, just thinking and worrying about making it. Once I actually started it didn't take me very long, because I just got back into animation a few years ago, so compiling my work "to date" just included most of my work cut to the most interesting moments. Thats like, what a reel's supposed to be, right?

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Anyway, I mostly have experience with 2D stop motion and I'm excited to spend the year (when I'm not working full time) learning Flash and AE more, and learning how to make armatures for claymation. I LOVE animation, there's always something new to learn! And plenty of incredibly talented animators to be inspired by.

What are some other programs / methods you would include as "vital" knowledge for an animator who aspires to do more freelance and studio work? Blender & Maya are both names that I've heard pop up a lot.