3D Animator

Twine; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Twine is seeking a talented 3D animator for a vibrant, story-driven 60-second commercial for a food delivery brand. The role emphasizes expressive character animation, dynamic lighting, and storytelling that conveys hard work, hunger, and quick solutions in a Pixar/DreamWorks-inspired style.

The ideal candidate will deliver a polished, engaging final product, collaborate on storyboarding, and meet a defined timeline for a single project, with remote work options.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience with character animation and storytelling.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Availability for a single project with a defined timeline.

Responsibilities

• Develop a complete 60-second 3D animated video in a bright, Pixar/DreamWorks-inspired style.
• Design and animate characters and environments reflecting hard work, hunger, and customer satisfaction.
• Implement dynamic lighting and vibrant color palettes to enhance visual appeal.
• Collaborate on storyboarding and narrative flow to ensure clear, engaging messaging.
• Deliver final animation files in required formats, ready for distribution.

Skills

Character animation

Storytelling

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Blender

Maya

Cinema 4D

Job description

This role involves creating a vibrant, story-driven 60-second 3D animated commercial for a food delivery brand. The animation should capture the essence of hard work, hunger, and the satisfaction of finding a quick solution, all brought to life in a Pixar or DreamWorks-inspired style. The project requires a keen eye for dynamic lighting, expressive character animation, and the ability to convey emotion and narrative within a short timeframe. The ideal candidate will be passionate about storytelling through animation and able to deliver a polished, engaging final product that resonates with viewers.

Deliverables

• Develop a complete 60-second 3D animated video in a bright, Pixar/DreamWorks-inspired style.
• Design and animate characters and environments that reflect the themes of hard work, hunger, and customer satisfaction.
• Implement dynamic lighting and vibrant color palettes to enhance visual appeal.
• Collaborate on storyboarding and narrative flow to ensure the message is clear and engaging.
• Deliver final animation files in required formats, ready for distribution.

Requirements

• Proficiency in 3D animation software such as Blender, Maya, or Cinema 4D.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience with character animation and storytelling.
• Ability to create visually appealing, vibrant scenes with dynamic lighting.
• Understanding of pacing and narrative structure in short-form animation.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Open to feedback and collaborative iteration.
• Availability for a single project with a defined timeline.
• No specific location requirements; remote work is acceptable.

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