Animate Rigged Cat Character in Maya (15 to 20 seconds)

Please animate the provided **cat character** in **Maya** using the reference video. Referenced video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b54eF-X9MfvrbwkRvM6xosDKJPcb2KvK/view?usp=sharing Cat character model: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JB6rEVmQ1JTnjkmTLgoVMI8NI_3BnjKW?usp=sharing **Instructions:** 1. Animate the provided cat character in **Maya**. 2. Set the animation to **24 fps (real-time playback)**. 3. Recreate the cat’s movement **as closely as possible to the reference video**. 4. Create simple obstacle models based on the reference video, using **basic shapes only is okay**: * Box/rectangles for planks or flat surfaces, etc... * Cylinders for objects the cat climbs on, etc... * Simple rounded shapes for furniture such as couches, etc... Basically, the obstacle objects do **not need detailed modeling**, but the **size and ratio to the cat and placement should be accurate**, especially for surfaces where the cat’s paws make contact. 5. The animation should be **continuous from start to finish**. 6. In the reference video, there is a moment where the camera slows down. **Please ignore this and keep the animation at a consistent speed.** 7. No need to recreate the camera like in the reference video. We will review the animation **directly in the Maya viewport**. **Additional Information** We have **more animations** planned for this character. This project is part of a **cinematic short film**, and the cat will ultimately have **20 to 30 minutes of animations**. This task will serve as a **paid test / initial audition**. If we like your work, we will continue / re-hire / work with you on the next animations for this character. Our planned rate is eventually an approximately **$100 to $300 USD per 30–60 seconds of animation**. Please submit your **best work and animation reel** when applying.