Animator - Remote

Bring your animation expertise to a unique and humorous project: a 2-minute 2D animated video featuring realistic dogs as talk show hosts. This role involves creating lifelike 2D models and full rigging for two main dog characters, Frankie and Rufus, set in a radio studio environment. The animation will follow scripts inspired by a popular advice column for dogs, blending humor and realism.

You will animate hosting segments, dynamic conversations, and interactions with 'caller' dogs, ensuring expressive facial performances and accurate lip sync to provided voiceovers. The project includes developing a reusable template and providing clear instructions for future content creation.

• Design and rig two realistic 2D dog characters (Frankie and Rufus) based on provided images.
• Animate a radio studio talk show setting, including hosting, conversation, and caller interactions.
• Execute expressive facial animation and precise lip sync to supplied voiceover audio.
• Integrate additional 'caller' dog characters as needed.
• Deliver a polished, up to 2‑minute final video render.
• Develop a reusable animation template for future episodes.
• Provide step‑by‑step guidance for creating similar videos independently.

• Proven experience in 2D character animation, with a strong portfolio featuring realistic animal animation.
• Expertise in character rigging and expressive facial animation.
• Advanced lip sync and dialogue animation skills.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard 2D animation software (e.g., Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, or similar).
• Ability to interpret scripts and match character personalities through performance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to provide clear, actionable instructions.
• Reliable timeline estimation and adherence to deadlines.
• Experience with humorous or narrative‑driven animation is a plus.

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