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Vira P.

Malaga, Spain

$45/hr
5.0
135 jobs

Official Rive expert ⭐️ Looking for someone who knows their way around motion magic? I'm your person! I create unique vector characters (Sketch), Rive character animations, lip-sync, splash screens, logos, buttons, and icons - basically, all the eye candy your project needs. (Psst... wanna know a secret? Almost any UI element can be animated - and yes, I can do that too). I'm also diving into the latest Rive Data Binding features: super cool stuff. Oh, and if you need a full UI design for your mobile app or game, I'm all in (using Sketch, of course). Let’s make something awesome together! So, I am available to assist you by providing: ・Unique vector characters created from scratch ・2D animations for games, applications, and websites (Rive app) ・Interactive fully controlled mascot animation ・Talking characters with full lip-sync ・Interactive Icons and Buttons animation ・Customisable character's animation ・Logo creation, redesign, and animation ・Splash screen animation ・Onboarding animation ・Advertisement animation ・Short animated movies for YouTube ・UI/UX design for games and apps ・Redesign of existing UI, awarding it a modern look ・Control of UI design implementation and communication with developers Usually, I start my work with a paper sketch, and once approved, I create a vector picture of the character within the Sketch app. After that (if necessary), I create for my characters a set of facial expressions and body positions that helps a lot to animate them. The deliveries at this step will include original vector images (usually SVG) and, if necessary, any raster formats such as png or jpeg. Next, I import a vector image to the Rive app to animate it. I create animations of any complexity in Rive: from simple idle animations of icons and loaders to complex ones, including walking cycles and whole scene animation. In my work, I use the full range of features provided by Rive: bones, constraints, state machine, data binding. Also, I can make the animations fully interactive by using Rive listeners. The Rive app is something like SVG animation but more advanced and friendlier. It's easy to integrate Rive animations into Flutter mobile applications, iOS, Android, React Native, Web, React, Vue, and Angular. The Rive app native format is .riv, an animated vector image file, which can be integrated into the app or game using Rive's free runtimes. I can also export to animated gifs, .webM, .mov, .mp4, or other desired formats, so my animations can be used everywhere: websites, videos, games, and apps. It is also possible to animate your existing vector artwork if you have it. In case you have a raster image, I also offer a service of manual vectorisation and animation. I show some of my works in Upwork Portfolio, and here are just a few examples of mobile games I've created UI design, app icons, and promotional materials for: Solitaire Classic Klondike from IGC Mobile - 10,000,000+ (Google Play store statistics) FreeCell Solitaire from IGC Mobile - 1,000,000+ installs Hearts Deluxe from IGC Mobile - 100,000+ installs Spider Solitaire from IGC Mobile - 10,000+ installs I'm responsible for my work and try to achieve the best result. I follow modern design trends and also study the art of famous artists and animators from Disney and DreamWorks studios, draw sketches, and create watercolour and oil paintings.

  • Cartoon Character
  • Animated Cartoon
  • Logo Animation
  • Character Design
  • Sketch
  • UI Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • 2D Animation
  • Vector Art
  • Game Art
  • Character Animation
  • Game Asset
  • Cartoon Style
  • Card Game
  • Game UI/UX Design
Muhammad Z.

Sargodha, Pakistan

$65/hr
5.0
46 jobs

Most clients come to me with a sketch, a rough idea, or a single reference image, and leave with a fully modeled, rigged, and animation-ready Pixar-style character built to production standards. I'm Muhammad Zeshan (M Shawn), Founder and Lead Character Artist at Markhor Animation Studio. For the past 9 years, I've helped game studios, brands, and creative teams transform sketches and concepts into production-ready Pixar-style 3D characters, handling the entire pipeline from sculpting and texturing to rigging, animation and engine-ready delivery. Most artists handle one stage of the pipeline. I handle all of it: ZBrush sculpt → retopology → UV mapping → Substance Painter texturing → rig → animation → engine export. That means one consistent style, one point of contact, and no quality lost in handoffs between freelancers. 🎮 Game Studios, Stylized characters with clean topology, optimized polygon counts (mobile to AAA), 4K PBR textures, LODs, and engine-ready exports for Unreal Engine 5 and Unity. 🎭 Brands & Mascots, Original mascot and IP characters with a distinct visual identity, fully rigged and animation-ready for marketing, social content, and apps. 🎬 Rigging & Animation, Production rigs with IK/FK switching and Apple ARKit-compatible facial 52 blendshapes, including phoneme-accurate lip sync animation. 🎓 E-Learning, Explainer & Kids Content, Expressive stylized characters with lip sync and facial animation for educational platforms, children's apps, YouTube channels, and corporate training. Every project includes: ✅ FBX / OBJ / Blend exports ✅ 4K PBR texture sets ✅ Game-ready file, Unreal Engine file, and Unity file ✅ Animation-ready rig ✅ Character turntable render ✅ Commercial usage license ✅ We’ll provide updates as we go, ensuring you’re satisfied before moving to the next step. You won't be left guessing during the project. Every contract includes milestone check-ins and work-in-progress previews, so you see the character taking shape and can give feedback before final delivery- no surprises at the end. I work with clients on both single characters and ongoing series. If you're building a full cast or a growing character library, I'm set up for long-term collaboration and can keep your characters visually consistent across an entire project. A bit about my background: I trained at iAnimate.net under working artists from Disney, DreamWorks, and Blizzard, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, so the way I approach a character is grounded in real design principles, not just software skill. Over 9 years, I've delivered character work for studios and brands across multiple countries, with a consistent record of 5-star results. Tools: Blender · ZBrush · Substance Painter · Maya · Adobe After Effects · Unreal Engine 5 · Unity Past clients: Plantbeeb · Zilly Planet · Studio Nez · Senelgio Studio · Botto · MillsiCo 📩 Send me your brief, concept art, or even a rough sketch, and I'll reply with a clear project breakdown, timeline, and quote, usually within a few minutes.

  • Cartoon Character
  • Character Design
  • Blender
  • 3D Animation
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Character Animation
  • Character Modeling
  • 3D Avatar
  • 3D Modeling
  • Character Illustration
  • Cartoon Animation
  • Film & Video
  • Video Animation
  • Animation Design
  • Substance Painter
  • 3D Rigging
  • Unreal Engine
  • Creature Design
Diego C.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

$18/hr
5.0
49 jobs

Hey there! I'm Diego, a graphic artist and brand designer based in Argentina. I create original concept mascots inspired in classic animations with a modern twist, great for flexible branding, merch, stickers, and prints. I am proactive, communicative, and versatile. My work and my approach are centered on building connections Lets get in contact to create cool artwork!

  • Cartoon Character
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Character Illustration
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Mascot Logo
Floyd L.

Bel Air, Maryland

$40/hr
4.9
326 jobs

Hey, I'm a guy who makes cartoons! I can also handle a lot of the production work (boarding, VFX, etc). I start from the ground-up, bringing your ideas to life using industry-standard Animation software like Toonboom and the Adobe Creative Suite, allowing my work to fit into your team's pipeline. I have over 10 years of experience, have worked amongst industry professionals from Jim Henson Co and Disney, created 2D-animated overlays for music videos, and trailers from everything from comics to games. I also make animation-ready avatars for use in applications such as streaming and Vtubing. (Using software like Adobe Character Animator, Rive, and Live2D). I'm current producing an animated pilot, so my experience extends to show running and talent acquisition in the animation sector. I have a BA in Visual Arts from UMBC. (And yes, I can animate stickmen).

  • Cartoon Art
  • Animation
  • Illustration
  • Character Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Character Animator
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Toon Boom Harmony
  • C
  • jQuery UI
  • Comics
  • 2D Animation
  • Lottie
  • Python
Anjana A.

Kurunegala, Sri Lanka

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hello! My name is anjana I am happy to help you bring any ideas to life and create illustrations for your purposes What I can provide: Professional flat illustration for any purpose A suitable color palette Detailed or monochrome backgrounds Excellent quality jpg or png images Source file (ai, svg, eps, pdf) I will be happy to develop a unique proposal for you, which will include only what you need I have a huge experience in creating illustrations, all completed projects and feedback on them you can always explore in my profile Feel free to contact me with your ideas or questions, together we can achieve great results I am always in touch, looking forward to your message, thank you :)

  • Cartoon Character
  • Cartoon Art
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Character Design
  • Cartoon Style
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Concept Artistry
  • Logo Design
  • Sketch
  • Comics
  • 3D Modeling
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Game Development
  • 3D Rigging
  • Blender
Ajani L.

Lagos, Nigeria

$30/hr
5.0
30 jobs

🟢𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱. They assume they only need 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 or someone who can “generate AI clips.” So they hire freelancers who know how to operate a few tools. The result is predictable: inconsistent characters, weak storytelling, poor pacing, low engagement, and AI videos that feel artificial rather than cinematic. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲: • their ads are not converting • their social videos are not getting attention • their YouTube or marketing content feels generic • their team cannot keep up with the demand for video content The real issue is not the tools. The issue is lack of 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄. High-performing AI videos require a system, a repeatable production pipeline that combines generative AI, cinematic storytelling, motion graphics, and editing strategy. 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗜 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲. I specialize in AI video generation and animation production, transforming scripts, prompts, and concepts into fully polished content using modern AI video pipelines. 𝗠𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀: • AI video generation • AI generated video • AI video creator • AI video production • AI video animation • AI animated video • AI video editor • AI video editing • AI animation video • AI animation creator • AI animation expert • AI animation production • AI motion graphics • AI motion graphics designer • AI explainer video Because I work with 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀, clients typically see transformations like these: • A startup launching a SaaS product needed short explainer clips. After restructuring the content into an 𝗔𝗜 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗽𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, their marketing videos became clearer and increased viewer retention. • A creator running a YouTube automation channel needed 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼𝘀 with consistent characters. I implemented a character design and animation workflow so each episode looked cohesive and professional. • A brand running social media ads required 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 optimized for vertical platforms. By combining cinematic scene generation, motion graphics, and structured pacing, their videos became more engaging for TikTok and Instagram. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺: • lost engagement • weak conversions • inconsistent brand storytelling • wasted time generating unusable clips When the 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗹𝘆, video becomes one of the most powerful growth assets a business can have. 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! AI video generation, AI generated video production, AI video animation, AI animation design, AI animated video creation, AI video editing workflow, AI motion graphics design, AI cinematic video production, AI storytelling video development, AI animated storytelling scenes, AI generative animation pipeline, AI digital animation production, AI visual storytelling animation, AI marketing video production, AI promotional video animation, AI social media video creation, AI YouTube Shorts video editing, AI TikTok video production, AI reels video creation, AI explainer video animation, AI demo video production, AI brand storytelling video, AI commercial video animation, AI advertising video creation, AI product video animation, AI cinematic storytelling clips, AI narrative animation video, AI character animation production, AI character design workflow, AI animated characters development, AI mascot animation, AI avatar video creation, AI talking head video production, AI virtual influencer videos, AI spokesperson videos, AI voiceover animation videos, AI presenter video creation, AI cinematic animation scenes, AI animated motion graphics, AI 3D animation video, AI Pixar style animation, AI Disney style animation, AI 3D cartoon animation, AI 3D character animation, AI kids animation video, AI educational animation video, AI nursery rhyme animation, AI YouTube kids animation, AI storytelling animation for children, AI Bible story animation, AI Christian animation video, AI animated storytelling videos, AI cartoon storytelling video, AI animated explainer animation, AI infographic animation video, AI animated text motion graphics, AI animated logo intro, AI podcast intro animation, AI title animation video, Storytelling, 3D.

  • Cartoon Character
  • Animation
  • Animated Cartoon
  • AI Video Generator
  • Adobe Character Animator
  • Cartoon Animation
  • Reallusion Cartoon Animator
  • 3D Avatar
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Image
  • Video Ad
  • Video SEO
  • 2D Animation
  • 2D Design
  • Storytelling

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