2D Animator Needed for 60-Second Castle-Themed Financial Explainer

We are looking for an experienced animator to create a polished, professional one-minute 2D animated video for a financial services firm. PROJECT OVERVIEW The video will use a castle and fortress metaphor to explain a multi-layered investment strategy. Each part of the castle will represent a different element of the strategy, including: Defensive investment buffers Defined outcome ETFs Laddered floors A tactical risk overlay WHAT WE WILL PROVIDE Complete script and voiceover Brand guidelines, colors, and logos A reference video for conceptual inspiration Feedback throughout the production process REFERENCE VIDEO https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x7Cg-P89ePELXgDAJWxp5Tk7QtL06pha/view?usp=sharing The reference video is intended only to help communicate the financial concept, pacing, and general storytelling approach. The final animation must be an original creative execution and should not visually replicate the reference. VIDEO CONCEPT The animation will begin with a majestic castle appearing as the portfolio “fortress.” As the narration progresses, the following defensive layers will be introduced: A surrounding moat representing deep investment buffers Strong castle walls representing defined outcome ETFs High towers representing laddered floors A moving drawbridge representing a proprietary, adaptive risk overlay A closing sequence showing the castle remaining strong as stormy market conditions transition into calm skies The animation should feel sophisticated, strategic, and cinematic while remaining appropriate for a professional financial audience. SCOPE OF WORK Develop an original visual direction based on the supplied script Create a storyboard or style frames for approval Design and animate the castle environment and individual defensive layers Incorporate provided on-screen text Synchronize the animation with the final voiceover Add appropriate music and sound design Incorporate reasonable revision requests Deliver the final video in high-resolution formats suitable for web, presentations, and social media IDEAL CANDIDATE Strong motion design or animation portfolio Experience creating financial, corporate, or conceptual explainer videos Ability to translate abstract financial concepts into clear visual storytelling Strong attention to detail, pacing, typography, and brand consistency Ability to develop an original creative approach rather than reproducing a reference Clear communication and responsiveness throughout the project WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE INCLUDE Relevant examples of animated explainer or financial-services videos Your recommended animation style for this concept Your estimated turnaround time Confirmation that you can create an original visual treatment rather than copying the reference video The full working script and voiceover will be supplied to the selected animator.