As far as I can see it, its all freelance stuff now...very few ppl appear to have long term contracts with specific houses. I dunno...but yeah the number of animators, modellers, riggers etc has increased dramatically. Its kinda disheartening and a bit of a worry. U just gotta keep plugging away I guess. Ive read a few articles suggesting that the best option for new graduates is to become teachers because its their best bet in terms of employment...hmmm we shall see I guess...Im not keen on becoming a teacher...especially not in this country...but thats another matter