Broadcast Motion Graphics / 3D Animator for sports soccer explainer

We're producing a televised soccer event and are looking for a skilled Broadcast Motion Graphics / 3D Animator. The role involves creating dynamic and engaging animations for a sports explainer segment. The ideal candidate will have experience in motion graphics and 3D animation, with a strong portfolio showcasing previous work. Immediate availability is required to meet the project's tight deadline. We already have the complete field and challenge layout built in Google SketchUp, so this is primarily an animation project rather than building environments from scratch. Project Create dynamic 30–60 second animations that clearly explain several soccer skills challenges. Animations may include: * Player movement * Ball movement * Passing sequences * Shooting targets * Relay progression * Scoring graphics * Camera fly-throughs * Broadcast-style overlays The final look should feel similar to a premium sports broadcast or AAA sports video game—clean, modern, energetic, and easy to understand. We Will Provide * Google SketchUp model of the course * Challenge rules and diagrams * Reference images * Creative direction * Branding elements (as appropriate) Looking For Someone Who Can * Import and animate SketchUp models * Create polished camera animation * Animate players and ball movement * Create clean motion graphics, arrows, glowing paths, target highlights, timers, and score graphics * Work collaboratively with producers * Turn around revisions quickly Preferred Software * Blender * Cinema 4D * Unreal Engine * After Effects * Or comparable professional tools Timeline Immediate start. First concepts needed within the next 24–48 hours. Please Include * Portfolio * Sports or broadcast work (preferred) * Examples of 3D animation/motion graphics * Availability over the next several days * Experience working with SketchUp files