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Green Goblin
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Freelance Animator
APAC
Location
$100,000
Salary
$48/hr
Hourly Rate
86%
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Brings a dynamic approach to 3D character animation. Experience in designing visually stunning frameworks.
Facial Animation
Hobgoblin
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Public
Freelance Animator
APAC
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
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Offers a unique perspective on 3D animation. Highly skilled in visual effects and animation integration.
3D Asset Modeling
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Spiderman
Freelance Animator
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AMER
Location
$75,000
Salary
$36/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
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Expert in character animation and storytelling. Provides engaging visual solutions for various projects.
Featured Skills
Character Rigging
Black Cat
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$65,000
Salary
$31/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
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Known for fluid animation styles and character expressions. Excels in producing high-quality animations under tight deadlines.
Featured Skills
Animated Logo Design
Green Goblin
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$100,000
Salary
$48/hr
Hourly Rate
86%
Approval Rating
Brings a dynamic approach to 3D character animation. Experience in designing visually stunning frameworks.
Featured Skills
Facial Animation
Mary Jane
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$80,000
Salary
$38/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
Specializes in 2D animation and motion graphics. Known for enhancing narratives through vivid animations.
Featured Skills
Walk Cycle Animation
Spider-Woman
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$55,000
Salary
$26/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
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Blends traditional and digital animation techniques. Offers innovative concepts for animated features.
Featured Skills
Lip Synchronization
Hobgoblin
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Offers a unique perspective on 3D animation. Highly skilled in visual effects and animation integration.
Featured Skills
3D Asset Modeling
Adrian Toomes
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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AMER
Location
$70,000
Salary
$34/hr
Hourly Rate
87%
Approval Rating
Extensive experience in producing animated sequences. Skilled in both character design and environmental animation.
Featured Skills
Texturing
Spider-Man
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
Approval Rating
Fuses diverse animation styles to create captivating visuals. Passionate about storytelling through animated media.
Featured Skills
Physics-Based Animation
Otto Octavius
Freelance Animator
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$72,000
Salary
$35/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
Approval Rating
Specializes in character rigging and mechanical animations. Known for creating intricate animation details.
Featured Skills
Storyboard Creation
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<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Character Animation</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating character rigs for smooth animation.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Animating walk cycles for various character types.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing facial animation for character expressiveness.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Synchronizing lip movements with voiceovers effectively.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating action sequences for character interactions.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Motion Graphics</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing animated logos for branding purposes.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating lower thirds for video content.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing explainer video graphics and animations.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Animating infographics to present data engagingly.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing transitions between video segments creatively.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">3D Animation</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Modeling 3D assets for animated scenes or films.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Texturing 3D models for realistic environments.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Rigging 3D characters for animation.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Animating 3D scenes using keyframe techniques.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Rendering final compositions for high-quality visuals.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Video Game Animation</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating animations for character movements in games.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing user interface animations for smoother gameplay.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing physics-based animations for realism.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Animating non-player character (NPC) behaviors and actions.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Coordinating animations with game engine specifications effectively.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Storyboarding</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating detailed storyboards for animation projects.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Visualizing shot compositions and character placements.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Drafting timing and pacing for each scene effectively.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Collaborating with directors on visual storytelling elements.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Adjusting storyboards based on client feedback and reviews.</div></div>

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