Freelance Animator – Remote Contract

This role involves bringing to life a vibrant and educational animated pilot episode for a new YouTube series inspired by a children’s coloring book. The story centers on Kid Killebrew, a student whose academic achievements unlock magical sneakers, granting him evolving powers. The series aims to inspire young viewers with themes of education, responsibility, and community, delivered through engaging storytelling and lively visuals. The pilot will be 1–2 minutes long, with the potential for ongoing weekly episodes. The project is ideal for an animator passionate about children’s content and capable of maintaining a consistent, appealing 2D cartoon style.

Deliverables

• Animate characters and scenes in a 2D cartoon style suitable for children and families
• Create simple, colorful backgrounds that complement the story and characters
• Handle lip-syncing for dialogue and integrate voice talent into the animation
• Add sound and visual effects to enhance storytelling and viewer engagement
• Ensure visual consistency and style across the pilot and potential future episodes
• Collaborate using provided character designs, episode outlines, and branding assets
• Deliver a polished 1–2 minute pilot episode ready for YouTube publication
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in 2D animation, especially for children’s or family-friendly content
• Proficiency with animation software such as Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, or similar tools
• Strong skills in character animation, lip-syncing, and visual storytelling
• Ability to create simple, engaging backgrounds and integrate sound/visual effects
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a consistent visual style
• Excellent communication and ability to work with provided assets and creative direction
• Portfolio demonstrating relevant animation work
• Availability for potential ongoing collaboration on a weekly series
  
  

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