I know plenty of animator at states looking for job in these economy, try to put yourself out there.. Join competitions, create great review, pro Bono work that lead to jobs, search online which company looking For artist and the requirements.. If you got great reputations on your work, they would hire oversea worker for a cheaper price. Take advantage on your situations improve your skill while you got time.. After you been hire time is your greatest enemy for improvements :D
I know plenty of animator at states looking for job in these economy, try to put yourself out there.. Join competitions, create great review, pro Bono work that lead to jobs, search online which company looking For artist and the requirements.. If you got great reputations on your work, they would hire oversea worker for a cheaper price. Take advantage on your situations improve your skill while you got time.. After you been hire time is your greatest enemy for improvements :D
In my opinion you should use jobs.co.za website for job searching. I think this will help you sure. All the best !