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Busari S.

Abuja, Nigeria

$40/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I help game studios, brands, and creative teams bring memorable characters to life through expressive 3D animation, professional character modeling, and production-ready rigging. I create character performances that feel natural, purposeful, and full of personality, from subtle acting and facial expressions to dynamic cartoon movement and game-ready animation. I combine strong animation principles, timing, spacing, weight, posing, and storytelling to make characters feel believable and engaging. What I Can Create • 3D Character Animation • Character Modeling & Rigging • Facial Animation & Lip Sync • Cartoon & Stylized Animation • Game Character Animation • Cinematic Character Animation • Children's & Educational Animation • Character Acting & Performance My Production Workflow Concept & Requirements → Animation Planning → Character Preparation → Rigging → Animation → Polish → Final Delivery I can work with your existing character and rig, or handle the character preparation when needed. My focus is always on clean movement, strong acting, appealing poses, and animation that supports the story or purpose of your project. Why Work With Me ✓ Strong understanding of animation principles and character acting ✓ Attention to timing, spacing, weight, posing, and performance ✓ Production-ready character animation, modeling, and rigging ✓ Clear communication and organized workflow ✓ Reliable delivery and attention to detail Great character animation is more than making a character move. It's about giving them personality, emotion, intention, and believable performance. If you have a character that needs to come to life, send me your project details and let's create an animation that makes the character memorable.

  • Animation
  • 3D Animation
  • Blender
  • 3D Modeling
  • Character Animation
  • 3D Rigging
  • Character Design
  • Game Art
  • Storyboard
  • Character Modeling
  • Cartoon Animation
  • Cartoon Character
  • Animation for Kids
  • Autodesk Maya
  • CGI
  • Moho
  • Animated Environment
  • 3D Texturing
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Lighting
Maruff A.

Ikirun, Nigeria

$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs

HELLO DEAR, I'm ABDULLAHI, a passionate and highly skilled professional animator with a knack for bringing ideas to life through captivating visuals. With solid years of qualified experience in the industry, I have honed my skills in creating dynamic animations that leave a lasting impression. My journey as an animator began with my deep fascination for storytelling and the power of visuals to evoke emotions. Over the years, I have worked on a diverse range of projects, including commercials, explainer videos, short films, and more. Each project has allowed me to explore new techniques and push the boundaries of my creativity. I pride myself on my ability to understand the core essence of a concept or story and translate it into visually engaging animations. Through careful attention to detail, fluid movement, and precise timing, I bring characters and environments to life, making them resonate with audiences on a profound level. Collaboration is at the heart of my work ethic. I thrive in team environments, valuing effective communication and the exchange of ideas. I believe that the best animations are born from a collective effort, where each team member's expertise contributes to a cohesive and outstanding final product. With proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, and Autodesk Maya, I am well-equipped to handle any project's technical demands. I stay up to date with the latest trends and techniques in animation, ensuring that my work remains fresh, innovative, and on the cutting edge. I am passionate about continuous learning and growth. I embrace challenges as opportunities to expand my skills and refine my craft. With a strong work ethic, an eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results, I am dedicated to exceeding client expectations and bringing their visions to life. I am thrilled to collaborate with visionary clients and fellow creatives on Upwork. If you're in search of a professional animator who can breathe life into your ideas, I would love to hear from you. Let's create something extraordinary and amazing together.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Animate
  • Adobe Character Animator
  • 2D Animation
  • Character Design
  • Hand-Drawn Style
  • Character Modeling
  • Expert
  • 3D Animation
  • Character Animation
  • 2D Illustration
  • Motion Graphics
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 2D Design
Yusuf opeyemi R.

Ilorin, Nigeria

$20/hr
5.0
14 jobs

Need a high-quality animation that showcases your product, explains your software, or tells your brand's story? I create premium 3D and 2D animations that help businesses capture attention and communicate clearly. I'm a Top Rated Upwork freelancer with a 100% Job Success Score, specializing in high-quality 2D/3D animation for brands, startups, agencies, and content creators. My work combines creativity, technical precision, and storytelling to produce animations that are both visually impressive and effective. Services I Offer: 3D Product Animation 3D Commercial Animation Character Modeling & Animation Explainer Videos Cartoon Animation Motion Graphics Product Visualization Social Media Video Ads 2d music video animation 2d explainer video What You'll Receive • High-quality animation • Professional lighting and rendering • Smooth camera movements • Realistic materials and textures • Clean modeling and animation • Fast communication • On-time delivery • Commercial-use ready files Industries I Work With • Consumer Products • Technology • Healthcare • Education • E-commerce • Gaming • Advertising • YouTube Why Clients Choose Me ✔ Top Rated Freelancer ✔ 100% Job Success ✔ Detail-Oriented Workflow ✔ Clear Communication ✔ Reliable Delivery ✔ Long-Term Collaboration If you're looking for an animator who understands both design and marketing, I'd love to help bring your project to life.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Graphic Design
  • Animation for Kids
  • 3D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Animation
  • Character Design
  • 2D Design
  • Anime Music Video
  • Cartoon Animation
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • 3D Modeling
  • Blender
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Character Modeling
  • 3D Product Animation
  • 3D Rigging
  • Character Animation
  • Explainer Video
Ihuoma N.

Ikorodu, Nigeria

$20/hr
4.9
54 jobs

Hello, Thank you for checking out my profile. Here is a quick overview of my skills and strengths. I am well organised efficient and self motivated. The key to my success has been the ability to learn quickly and to reach for a higher personal And professional standard by seeking additional responsibilities. I have worked in the Animation industry professionally for over 5 years as an animator, story board artist, digital illustrator and also a comic book artist for Spoof Animation and also with other animation studios I engage in a combination of writing and drawing to convey different emotions, based on the story and characters involved. I have been active in supervising illustrations and also played a huge role in animating in all the completed comic projects and animation projects listed; Dimes of Heart uploaded on webtoon, violet,hero corps, Ajaka lost in Rome,musical videos animation, when I grow up for kids, Roli tales, and many more I Understand the perequisties of animation, storytelling, and character development techniques by using creativity and artistic techniques to tell a story or provide information in visual form. I have verse knowledge, skills and creativeness in character design, colouring, story books, children illustrations and storyboarding. I have verse knowledge and skills in using the soft ware listed below :Adobe Premiere, Adobe Animate, ToonBoom, blender, Adobe illustrator, Microsoft Office Suites and Outlook, Dream Waver, Macro Media, Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio, Blender One of my professional goals is to deeply understand every aspect of your objectives and visions that guides your interest and to administer.effective responsiveness into existing operations and help define new operational strategies. I believe that my passion and experience in animation has prepared me to serve you better and I am excited to start this journey with you ! .

  • Adobe Animate
  • Storyboarding
  • 2D Animation
  • 2D Art
  • 2D Illustration
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Character Design
  • Comic Book
  • Digital Painting
  • Toon Boom Storyboard Pro
  • Animation for Kids
  • Toon Boom Harmony
  • Digital Illustration
  • 3D Animation
Lawal A.

Ado Odo, Nigeria

$5/hr
4.9
12 jobs

I am online and available now 🟢 Are you looking for an expert to create engaging AI Cartoon Video content that captures attention and grows your audience? I help businesses, brands, educators, and YouTube creators produce high-quality AI Cartoon Animation using advanced AI tools like Kling AI, Sora 2, Hailuo ai, Veo3 Seedance and much more. I specialize in AI Cartoon Video Creation, AI Cartoon Video Production, AI Cartoon Video Editing, and AI Cartoon Storytelling. Whether you need an AI Cartoon Explainer Video, AI Cartoon Video Ads, AI Cartoon YouTube Video, or AI Cartoon Social Media Video, I deliver polished animations that keep viewers engaged. My services include: ✅ AI Cartoon Video ✅ AI Cartoon Animation ✅ AI Cartoon Maker & AI Cartoon Creator ✅ AI Animated Cartoon ✅ 2D Cartoon Animation & 3D Cartoon Animation ✅ Cartoon Character Animation ✅ AI Character Animation ✅ AI Talking Cartoon Avatar ✅ AI Lip Sync Cartoon Animation ✅ AI Voice Cartoon Video ✅ AI Cartoon Video From Text ✅ Text To Cartoon Video AI ✅ AI Story To Cartoon Video ✅ AI Script To Cartoon Animation ✅ AI Cartoon Storytelling Animation ✅ AI Cartoon Animated Stories ✅ AI Cartoon Short Film & AI Cartoon Movie ✅ AI Cartoon Series & AI Cartoon Clip ✅ AI Cartoon Intro Video & Outro Video ✅ Cartoon Explainer Video ✅ Cartoon Commercial Video ✅ Cartoon Promo Video ✅ Cartoon Marketing Video ✅ Cartoon Business Video ✅ Kids Cartoon Video ✅ Educational Cartoon Video ✅ Cartoon Learning Video ✅ AI Cartoon Education Videos ✅ AI Cartoon Moral Stories ✅ AI Cartoon Bedtime Stories ✅ AI Cartoon YouTube Automation ✅ AI Cartoon Shorts, Reels & TikTok Videos ✅ Faceless Cartoon Video AI ✅ AI Cartoon Content Creation ✅ AI Cartoon Video Marketing ✅ AI Cartoon Video Branding ✅ AI Cartoon Video SEO ✅ AI Cartoon Video With Voiceover & Subtitles I create cartoon content for YouTube channels, businesses, schools, eCommerce brands, startups, children's content, educational projects, social media campaigns, and marketing promotions. From script to final delivery, I ensure smooth animation, engaging storytelling, professional voiceovers, synchronized lip movements, and eye-catching visuals. If you need an experienced creator for AI Cartoon Video, 2D & 3D Animation, YouTube Videos, Kling AI, or Seedance, I'd be happy to help bring your ideas to life. AI Cartoon Video, AI Cartoon Animation, AI Cartoon Video Generator, AI Cartoon Maker, AI Cartoon Creator, AI Animated Cartoon, AI Cartoon Video Creation, AI Cartoon Animation Video, AI Cartoon Video Ads, AI Cartoon Explainer Video, AI Cartoon Storytelling, AI Cartoon Characters, AI Cartoon Avatar, AI Cartoon Video Editing, AI Cartoon Video Production, AI Cartoon Video Maker Online, AI Cartoon Video Generator Free, AI Cartoon Video From Text, Text To Cartoon Video AI, AI Cartoon Video From Image, Image To Cartoon Video AI, AI Cartoon Video Art, AI Cartoon Video Content, AI Cartoon YouTube Video, AI Cartoon Shorts, AI Cartoon Reels, AI Cartoon TikTok Video, AI Cartoon Social Media Video, AI Cartoon Ads, Cartoon Video Ads, Cartoon Explainer Video, Animated Cartoon Video, 2D Cartoon Animation, 3D Cartoon Animation, Cartoon Animation Video, Cartoon Character Animation, Cartoon Story Video, Cartoon Storytelling Video, Kids Cartoon Video, Children Cartoon Animation, Educational Cartoon Video, Cartoon Learning Video, Cartoon Nursery Rhymes Video, Kids Learning Animation, Preschool Cartoon Video, Toddler Cartoon Animation, Whiteboard Cartoon Animation, Motion Graphics Cartoon Video, Cartoon Commercial Video, Cartoon Promo Video, Cartoon Marketing Video, Cartoon Business Video, Cartoon Ad Video, Cartoon Video Creator, Cartoon Video Maker, Cartoon Animation Creator, Cartoon Animation Maker, Cartoon Video Production, Cartoon Video Editing, Cartoon Video Content Creation, AI 2D Animation, AI 3D Cartoon Animation, AI Disney Style Animation, AI Pixar Style Animation, AI Anime Cartoon Video, AI Funny Cartoon Video, AI Viral Cartoon Video, AI Storytelling Cartoon Video, AI Cartoon Short Film, AI Cartoon Movie, AI Cartoon Series, AI Cartoon Clip, AI Cartoon Intro Video, AI Cartoon Outro Video, AI Cartoon Logo Animation, AI Cartoon Brand Video, AI Cartoon Explainer Animation, AI Cartoon Marketing Ads, AI Animated Explainer Video, AI Character Animation, AI Talking Cartoon Avatar, AI Voice Cartoon Video, AI Lip Sync Cartoon Animation, AI Script To Cartoon Video, AI Automated Cartoon Video, AI Cartoon Content Creation, AI Cartoon Video Service, AI Cartoon Video For Business, AI Cartoon Video For Ads, AI Cartoon Video For Marketing, AI Cartoon Video For Social Media, AI Cartoon Video Ads For Ecommerce, AI Cartoon Product Video, AI Cartoon Storytelling Animation, AI Cartoon Video With Voiceover, AI Cartoon Video With Subtitles, AI Cartoon YouTube Automation, Faceless Cartoon Video AI, AI Cartoon Cash Cow Videos, AI Cartoon Top 10 Videos, AI Cartoon Documentary Video, AI Cartoon History Video, AI Cartoon Storytelling YouTube.

  • Video Animation
  • 3D Animation
  • Cartoon Animation
  • Cartoon Character
  • Animation for Kids
  • Video Editing
  • Character Animation
  • Cartoon Style
  • Animated Cartoon
  • Reallusion Cartoon Animator
  • Storytelling
  • Educational Style
  • Nursery Rhyme
  • AI Content Creation
  • Social Media Video
  • YouTube Video
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Children's Writing
  • AI Video Generation
  • TikTok Video
Mary F.

Lagos, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Have an idea, product, course, or story you want turned into a professional video — without the time, cost, and complexity of traditional production? That’s exactly what I help you do. I’m an AI Video Creator and AI Video Production Specialist helping brands, startups, agencies, creators, educators, and businesses turn ideas, scripts, products, and concepts into polished videos that are clear, engaging, realistic, and ready to publish. Whether you need an AI video ad, explainer video, cinematic video, product video, AI UGC video, promotional video, course video, or social media video, I can take your project from concept to final edit. 🎬 What I can create for you 💥AI Video Creation & Production AI-generated videos Script-to-video production Text-to-video Image-to-video AI storytelling videos Promotional videos Brand videos Social media videos 📢 AI Video Ads & Commercials AI UGC video ads Product video ads Social media ads TikTok video ads Instagram Reels ads YouTube Shorts ads Promotional commercials Product launch videos 💡 Explainer & Product Videos AI explainer videos SaaS explainer videos Product demos Software walkthroughs App demonstration videos Educational videos Training videos Course videos AI avatar and spokesperson videos 🎥 Cinematic AI Videos Cinematic brand videos AI cinematic storytelling Product commercials Lifestyle videos Brand storytelling Creative short films Cinematic promotional content What makes the difference? AI can generate a video quickly. But good AI video production is more than generating clips. The difference is in the creative direction, storytelling, prompting, shot design, consistency, pacing, editing, sound, voice, and final polish. That’s why I don't simply generate AI clips and send them to you. I can help with the full production process: Concept → Script → Storyboard → AI Generation → Voiceover → Editing → Motion Graphics → Sound Design → Captions → Final Delivery I also pay attention to the problems that can make AI videos feel artificial — inconsistent characters, unnatural movement, weak storytelling, poor lip sync, generic visuals, slow pacing, and videos that look obviously AI-generated. My goal is simple: Your video should look intentional, communicate clearly, keep people watching, and fit the platform or audience you're creating it for. 🛠️ AI & Video Production Tools Depending on the project, I work with tools including: AI Video: Veo, Sora, Runway, Kling, Seedance, Higgsfield AI Avatar & Voice: HeyGen, Synthesia, ElevenLabs AI Image & Creative: Midjourney, Leonardo, DALL-E and other generative AI tools Editing & Post-Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut I choose the tools based on the result the project needs, rather than forcing every project into the same workflow. Who I work best with I’m a good fit if you are: A startup launching a product or SaaS An ecommerce or DTC brand A marketing or creative agency A coach, educator, or course creator A content creator or YouTube channel A business that needs promotional videos A brand that needs ongoing AI video content A company looking for cinematic or explainer content without a traditional production setup You can come to me with a finished script, a rough idea, product images, raw footage, a reference video, or even just a concept. You don't need to have everything figured out before contacting me. If you tell me what you're trying to achieve, who the video is for, and where you plan to use it, I can help you determine the right creative approach. Frequently requested projects Need an AI video ad? I can create the concept, scenes, AI-generated visuals, voiceover, editing, captions, and final ad creative. Need an explainer video? I can turn a complicated product, service, app, or idea into a clear visual story that your audience can understand quickly. Need a cinematic AI video? I can develop the visual direction, generate cinematic scenes, maintain visual consistency, and professionally edit the final production. Need AI video content at scale? I can help create a repeatable workflow for producing consistent videos while maintaining your brand style. Need an AI avatar or spokesperson? I can create professional AI avatar videos using tools such as HeyGen or Synthesia, with AI voiceover and supporting visuals. Why clients choose to work with me ✔ Friendly and responsive communication ✔ Creative direction instead of simply following prompts ✔ AI video generation + professional editing ✔ Attention to visual and character consistency ✔ Brand-focused production ✔ Clear, organized delivery ✔ Fast and reliable communication ✔ Willingness to work from your existing creative direction or help develop one If you already have a script, send it over. If you only have an idea, that's fine too. Tell me what you want the video to accomplish, and let's turn that idea into something your audience will actually want to watch.

  • Video Editing
  • Video Editing & Production
  • AI Video Generation
  • Explainer Video
  • Course Creation
  • AI Video Generator
  • AI Content Creation
  • Instructional Design
  • YouTube Video
  • Video Ad
  • UGC
  • Synthesia
  • Elearning
  • AI Image Generation
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Course
  • Motion Graphics
  • Social Media Video
  • Articulate Rise
  • Articulate Storyline

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