3D Animator - Freelance (Remote)

3D Animator - Freelance (Remote)

Posted Today by Twine

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
United Kingdom

Summary: A France-based production company is looking for a freelance 3D animator to create animations for a true crime video project. The animator will develop crime scene re-enactments and atmospheric sequences, with a focus on original design and storytelling. The project is remote with a delivery deadline of September 15, and there is potential for ongoing collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create 3D animated sequences for true crime content, including environments, re-enactments, and character or object visualizations.
  • Develop visual storytelling elements that support narrative clarity while maintaining dramatic impact.
  • Implement an original design approach aligned with the project’s mood and creative direction.
  • Optimize final renders for integration into video production.
  • Conduct iterative revisions to refine animation style and execution based on feedback.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in 3D animation, ideally with narrative-driven or documentary-style projects.
  • Strong skills in modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software (e.g., Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, 3ds Max).
  • Ability to balance realism and stylistic choices to achieve a dramatic, cinematic effect.
  • Strong storytelling sensibility, with attention to pacing and atmosphere.
  • Capacity to deliver high-quality work within the set deadline (September 15).
  • Detail-oriented and open to collaborative feedback.
  • Availability for future projects is a plus.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

A France-based production company is seeking a 3D animator to create compelling visuals for a true crime video project. The role involves developing animations such as crime scene re-enactments, suspect visualizations, and atmospheric sequences that enhance the storytelling. The desired style should be unique and original, while drawing inspiration from the provided reference for tone and mood. This is a single freelance project with the possibility of ongoing collaboration. The delivery deadline is September 15, and work can be completed remotely.

Deliverables

  • 3D animated sequences for true crime content, including environments, re-enactments, and character or object visualizations.
  • Visual storytelling elements that support narrative clarity while maintaining dramatic impact.
  • Original design approach aligned with the project’s mood and creative direction.
  • Final renders optimized for integration into video production.
  • Iterative revisions to refine animation style and execution based on feedback.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in 3D animation, ideally with narrative-driven or documentary-style projects.
  • Strong skills in modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software (e.g., Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, 3ds Max).
  • Ability to balance realism and stylistic choices to achieve a dramatic, cinematic effect.
  • Strong storytelling sensibility, with attention to pacing and atmosphere.
  • Capacity to deliver high-quality work within the set deadline (September 15).
  • Detail-oriented and open to collaborative feedback.
  • Availability for future projects is a plus.

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