Cartoonist vs. Animator

Cartoonistnoun

(comics) One who creates a cartoon or strip cartoon.

Cartoonistnoun

(comics) One who both writes and illustrates comic books or graphic novels.

Cartoonistnoun

One skilled in drawing cartoons.

Cartoonistnoun

a person who draws cartoons

Cartoonist

A cartoonist, also known as a comic strip creator, comic book artist, graphic novel artist, or comic book illustrator, is a visual artist who specializes in drawing cartoons (individual images) or comics (sequential images). Cartoonists include artists who handle all aspects of the work and those who contribute only part of the production.

Animatornoun

One who animates something; one who brings something to life or the appearance of life.

Animatornoun

One who creates an animation or cartoon; a cartoonist.

Animatornoun

One who, or that which, animates; an animater.

Animatornoun

someone who imparts energy and vitality and spirit to other people

Animatornoun

the technician who produces animated cartoons

Animator

An animator is an artist who creates multiple images, known as frames, which give an illusion of movement called animation when displayed in rapid sequence. Animators can work in a variety of fields including film, television, and video games.