Evolving with the Times—Why Upskilling and Innovation Are Our Greatest Assets

In today’s fast-changing world, adaptability is no longer a luxury—it is a survival skill. As the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 points out, nearly 50% of the global workforce will require reskilling by 2030 to remain competitive. This is not merely a projection; it is a pressing mandate for industries worldwide—and especially for us in the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sector.

At Toonz, we are proud to be at the forefront of this dynamic and evolving ecosystem. The AVGC industry is transforming rapidly, fueled by cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, real-time rendering, virtual production, and immersive media platforms. These advances are expanding the boundaries of storytelling—but they are also reshaping the very nature of creative work.

The skills of the future—technological literacy, adaptability, analytical thinking, and creative problem-solving—are not distant ideals. They are essential competencies for our animators, designers, developers, and creators today. However, the gap between current capabilities and emerging requirements is widening across industries. Roles are being redefined or rendered obsolete, while new ones are emerging faster than traditional education and training systems can respond.

For professionals in the AVGC space, the message is clear: upskilling is not optional—it’s a necessity. And above all, adaptability is the cornerstone of success. Technology alone doesn’t pose a threat—it is our mindset that determines whether we evolve or fall behind. Resistance to change is the greatest barrier to growth. By embracing change with openness and agility, we unlock a world of opportunity.

At Toonz, we view innovation as a catalyst for creativity—not a constraint.
AI is already helping streamline our pipelines, enabling our artists to invest more time in ideation and storytelling. Game engines are bringing unprecedented realism and interactivity to our worlds. Cloud-based tools are connecting talent and ideas across borders, breaking traditional production silos and creating new models of collaboration.

To fully leverage these opportunities, we are investing in a culture of continuous learning. Our commitment to upskilling and cross-skilling includes in-house training, partnerships with educational institutions, mentorship, and active exposure to emerging technologies. But institutional support is only half the equation. Individual curiosity, initiative, and resilience are what truly drive transformation.

Let’s not forget who we are. As creators in the media and entertainment world, we don’t just build visuals—we shape culture, emotion, and imagination. While the lines between art and technology continue to blur, the human touch—our empathy, our vision, our ability to inspire—will always remain irreplaceable.

The future is not a force we must brace for—it is a journey we actively shape. Together, let’s embrace this journey—boldly, mindfully, and with an unrelenting thirst to learn and grow.

Stay creative. Stay curious. Stay future-ready.