3D Animator – Freelance Art Project

Twine; United States; Remote; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

A leading freelance marketplace is seeking a 3D Animator for a unique art project. You will design and model characters and a stylized minibus, creating an engaging animated sequence. Proficiency in tools like Blender or Maya is required. This remote role offers a chance to showcase creative skills with a project deadline by June or July next year.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 3D animation and modeling software such as Blender, Maya, or Cinema 4D.
• Ability to create stylized, engaging, and original character designs.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, especially timing and movement for storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Design and model two 3D characters with distinct features.
• Model and texture a stylized winged minibus as the central vehicle.
• Create an animated sequence depicting the characters traveling the world.

Skills

3D animation and modeling software proficiency

Character design

Animation principles understanding

Texturing and lighting skills

Creativity and artistic vision

Tools

Blender

Maya

Cinema 4D

Job description

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This project seeks a 3D animator with modeling expertise to create a unique animated sequence for a personal art exhibition. The piece will feature two characters, Ishmam and Aisha, embarking on a global journey in a fantastical winged minibus. The work will blend imaginative storytelling with visually compelling animation, resulting in an engaging piece suitable for display in an art show setting. The role offers remote collaboration and requires delivery of the final animation by June or July of next year.

Responsibilities

• Design and model two 3D characters, Ishmam and Aisha, with distinct and expressive features.
• Model and texture a stylized winged minibus as the central vehicle in the sequence.
• Create an animated sequence that depicts the characters traveling around the world, incorporating dynamic movement and artistic flair.
• Render the animation at exhibition-ready quality with attention to detail in lighting, shading, and camera work.
• Deliver final 3D models and the completed animation file(s) in formats suitable for presentation.

Requirements

• Proficiency in 3D animation and modeling software such as Blender, Maya, or Cinema 4D.
• Ability to create stylized, engaging, and original character designs.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, especially timing and movement for storytelling.
• Experience with texturing, lighting, and rendering for polished final outputs.
• Creativity and artistic vision to align with the conceptual nature of an art exhibition.
• Availability to work remotely and meet the project deadline of June/July next year.

About Twine

Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.

Our Mission

Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Art/Creative

Industries

• Movies, Videos, and Sound