Freelance Animator - Video Animation

About Twine

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Our Mission

At Twine, we recognise that companies require a flexible approach to hiring expert freelancers for their most critical projects. Traditional freelance platforms often fall short when it comes to scalability and diversity. That's where we shine. Twine operates as a thriving global freelance network, with diverse experts across various fields, including marketing, engineering, and AI. Our core mission is to empower creators, whether they're businesses or individual freelancers, to thrive in their creative endeavours.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented animator to create engaging animated stories for their children's content division. This project is part of an ongoing initiative to produce high-quality, kid-friendly animated content for the platform. The ideal candidate will be able to craft entertaining and educational short animations that resonate with young viewers while maintaining consistency with the platform's existing animation style.

Responsibilities:

• Create an original animated story suitable for children, aligning with the platform's content guidelines
• Develop character designs and backgrounds that appeal to a young audience
• Animate characters and scenes to bring the story to life
• Incorporate age-appropriate humour and educational elements into the animation

Requirements

• Proven experience in creating animations for children's content
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of animation styles, particularly those suitable for kids
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony)
• Understanding of storytelling techniques that engage young audiences
• Ability to adapt to and replicate existing animation styles