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I’m building an ongoing, branded cartoon series that leans toward a realistic 2D look. I already have the core characters laid out in layered PSD and AI files; what I need now is an animator who can turn those flat designs into fully rigged, production-ready assets and then bring them to life in short episodes plus bite-sized social clips. Scope • Clean up and, where helpful, refine the existing PSD/AI artwork so every limb, facial feature, and prop is on its own layer. • Rig each character for smooth lip-sync, body mechanics, and expressive facial animation. I’m flexible on the tool—Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, After Effects with Duik, or a comparable 2D rigging solution—so long as the rigs stay editable for future updates. • Animate an initial 60-second scene that will act as the visual benchmark for the rest of the series. • From that master scene, cut down two looping social videos (15 s and 30 s) formatted for TikTok/Reels. • Package all working files, neatly organised, so my in-house designer can tweak colours or swap branding elements later. Acceptance Criteria 1. Rigs import without errors and allow pose-to-pose animation at 24 fps. 2. Master scene exported in 1920×1080 H.264 plus the original project file. 3. Social clips delivered in vertical 1080×1920 MP4 and MOV, under 10 MB each, with captions burned in. 4. Asset folder includes layered PSD/AI sources, rig files, and a short PDF detailing controls. If this sounds like your wheelhouse, show me one or two links to realistic-style 2D animation you’ve rigged and animated. Looking forward to collaborating on a series that can scale fast across multiple platforms.
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Hi there, I am excited to apply for your project of realistic 2D character animation series. I have extensive experience in video editing,video production, 2D/3D animation, explainer videos,3d modeling, 3d illustrations, dynamic edits, Logo animation, 3D graphic design and motion graphics. I am confident that my skills and experience would be a valuable addition for this project. My expertise in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition, Toon Boom, Blender, Maya, Zbrush, 3dsmax, After Effects and skills like visual effect, cutting, transitions, colour corrections and audio synchronization. My responsibility as animator has been creating a wide variety of animation styles.I am sure that I can complete this project on time and with in your budget. Please check my relevant work in my portfolio. Lets connect and discuss in brief. Thanks.
$140 USD in 3 days
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Drawing upon my extensive experience in 2D and 3D animation, I have consistently delivered high-quality, production-ready assets to my clients. Your project aligns perfectly with my skill-set and passion for bringing characters to life. My proficiency in programs like After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop, combined with a fine-tuned eye for detail, will ensure that every limb, facial feature, and prop is on its own layer and rig; resulting in smooth lip-sync, realistic body mechanics, and expressive facial animation that stays editable for future updates. I understand the importance of setting the right emotional tone for your series and delivering content tailored to different platforms. As a result, I can leverage my skill in creating looping social videos within the desired dimensions and formats for TikTok/Reels as identified in your project description. Being an expert in various animation software including Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate amongst others- I am flexible to work with your preference yet not compromise on delivering results that evoke joy.
$200 USD in 7 days
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As a seasoned Engineer, 3D Artist and an experienced CAD/CAM designer, I have worked extensively with rigging and animation, a key requirement for your realistic 2D character animation series. My familiarity with top-tier software like Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate and After Effects with Duik ensures I can develop editable rigs for you and bring the characters to life with smooth lip-syncing, body movements and expressive facial animations. Over time I've cultivated an appreciation for visual aesthetics, accuracy and precision through my work in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit and other softwares that ensure asset files are organized, editable and easy to work with. With every project, my aim is to deliver high quality work on time while prioritising clear communication - an approach that will be beneficial for us considering the ongoing nature of your series. You are looking for someone who can scale quickly across multiple platforms which aligns perfectly with my multiple skills including Graphic Design and Web Development. It would be pleasure to bring your vision to life! I am confident that my meticulous approach to work, coupled with technical expertise will not only meet project requirements but also exceed your expectations.
$66 USD in 1 day
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As an experienced 2D animator, I believe I have all the tools and skills needed to tackle your ambitious and creative project. I imagine your passion for this series lies in its unique animation style, and that's something I absolutely resonate with. Over the years, I've sharpened my expertise in tools like Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, and After Effects with Duik - not just to create simple animations, but also to bring characters to life and create engaging stories for branded cartoon series. Not only am I an animator, but also a rigging specialist ensuring smooth lip-sync, body mechanics and maximal expressiveness in facial features, which would greatly contribute to your project's goal of realistic yet lively animation. My organizational skills are top-notch as well; you can trust me to deliver working files that are neatly organized and editable for the future. Furthermore, my strength in adapting to different styles combined with your well-defined vision for this project makes us a perfect match. My dedication towards perfection entails that each of the acceptance criteria will be met with even better results than expected. Looking forward to helping you create a series that scales rapidly across various platforms while exceeding your expectations!
$80 USD in 2 days
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Hi There, I’d love to help build the production-ready 2D rigs and animation for your cartoon series. I can prepare the layered PSD/AI artwork, create editable character rigs for lip-sync, facial expressions and body mechanics, and animate the 60-second benchmark scene. I can also create the 15s and 30s vertical social clips with captions and organize all source files, rig controls, and assets for easy future updates. I’m comfortable working with After Effects/Duik and similar 2D animation workflows, with a focus on smooth, realistic-looking character movement and clean production files. Please share the character artwork and references so I can review the rigging requirements and confirm the workflow and turnaround. Best regards, Kiruba
$100 USD in 2 days
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Hello, Your project needs realistic 2D characters turned from layered PSD/AI artwork into clean, editable rigs and then animated into a polished benchmark scene plus social-ready cutdowns. I’ll first reorganize the artwork so each character is properly separated for rigging, then build smooth facial, lip-sync, and body controls in Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, After Effects/Duik, or a similar tool. After that, I’ll animate the 60-second master scene, create the 15s and 30s vertical clips, and package everything neatly for future edits. Please have a look at our Freelancer portfolio through the links given below. https://www.freelancer.com/u/CreativeDesign50 I can also provide the layered source files, rig files, MP4, MOV, and a short PDF control guide. Do you want the character rigs optimized for one primary software, or should they stay compatible across multiple tools? Best regards Kirandeep K.
$30 USD in 1 day
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Hello, Sahil here. As an experienced 2D animator with over six years in the field, I can offer you the proficiency and skillset integral to your project. My commitment to excellence and a client-first approach has always enabled me to deliver satisfactory results, the kind of results your project deserves. Importantly, I'm comfortable with a range of professional animation tools including Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, and After Effects with Duik which ensures your project remains compatible for future updates. In terms of lip-sync, body mechanics, and facial animation as well as rigging needs, my experience will bring finesse to every aspect. I fully understand that each limb, facial feature, and prop must be on its own layer to create a refined product and I can guarantee you that level of precision. Combining that with my skills in manipulating layered AI/ PSD files will prove invaluable to turning your flat designs into fully-rigged and ready assets that truly come to life. I love a challenge and I'm already excited about the 60 second scene that will set the tone for your entire series. My ability to bring emotion and depth into character animations would surely scale across platforms, enriching your series' impact on audiences wherever it is presented. I assure you organized working files, delivered on time after thorough quality checks. Look no further for an artist who will give 100% for your complete satisfaction - reach out to me!
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Hi, I can create realistic, expressive 2D character animation with smooth movement, natural acting, detailed facial expressions, and consistent character design. With 5+ years of animation experience, I’ll deliver polished, engaging episodes with 6–8 revision rounds. Best regards, Creative Studio
$100 USD in 1 day
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Hello, We’d love to help bring your branded cartoon series to life with clean, editable 2D rigs and realistic-style animation while preserving your existing character designs. We can handle PSD/AI cleanup and layer separation, character rigging, lip-sync, facial animation, body mechanics, and the complete 60-second master scene. We’ll also create the 15s and 30s vertical social clips with captions and provide all organized working files for future updates. We can work with Adobe Animate, After Effects + Duik, Toon Boom Harmony, or another suitable workflow based on your requirements. Deliverables will include the 1920×1080 master, vertical 1080×1920 social clips, editable project/rig files, layered PSD/AI assets, and a PDF control guide. Estimated delivery: 1 weeks. Best Regards, InternativeLabs
$40 USD in 2 days
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As a **seasoned 2D animator with a particular flair for realism**, I'm thrilled about the opportunity to bring your quirky characters to life through my distinct skillset. In addition to my extensive command over multiple animation tools, including **Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, and After Effects with Duik**, I am also quick to adapt and learn new technologies. This means I can guarantee not just accurate rigging and clean-up of your existing designs but also absolute future compatibility. Beyond just splicing your animations together, I believe in **telling powerful stories through visual art**. From the moment I lay my hands on your layered PSD/AI files, my goal is to breathe life into each character's limbs, faces, and props while exuding intense lip-syncs and expressive facial emotions that align with the overall brand image. In fact, I would love to start by creating a 60-second benchmark scene that combines all these required elements and acts as a reference for the whole series. Let me help scale your series across various platforms – TikTok, Reels, even unexpected ones – with animations that breathe life into your core characters and make them the talk of animation town!
$150 USD in 4 days
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As a seasoned graphic designer and animator with over 8 years of experience, I am confident that I possess the necessary skills to deliver an outstanding result for your realistic 2D character animation series project. I am adept at using After Effects, which is one of the tools you've expressed flexibility about. My proficiency in this tool has enabled me to create clean and smooth animations, perfect for your project's scope. In terms of character rigging, lip-syncing and body mechanics, I have a great deal of expertise that will certainly be valuable to your series. And since you've mentioned the importance of editable rigs for future updates, rest assured, I prioritize flexibility in animation projects and always deliver files that are ready for modifications. Here is the link of my profile you can check relevant portfolio and if there is any question and concerns you can reach out to me. https://www.freelancer.com/u/javeda5 Shoot me a message so we can discuss the project scope, deadline and budget will be discussed over chat Thanks and Regards, Creative Beavers B.
$100 USD in 1 day
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Hello, I thoroughly reviewed your project description for the Realistic 2D Character Animation Series and I am excited about the opportunity to bring your characters to life. I understand the need to clean up and refine the existing PSD/AI artwork to create fully rigged, production-ready assets for animated episodes and social clips. With experience in rigging characters for smooth lip-sync and expressive facial animations, I am confident in meeting your requirements. My previous work in realistic-style 2D animation aligns well with your project needs. I look forward to discussing further details and collaborating on this exciting series that can scale across various platforms. Looking forward to potentially working together on this project. Best regards, Aqsa
$45 USD in 3 days
4.8
4.8

As a seasoned 2D and 3D animator with extensive experience in character design and animation, I am confident that I am the perfect fit for your realistic 2D character animation series. Your project aligns perfectly with my skill set, particularly my background in rigging and animating characters for smooth lip-sync, body mechanics, and expressive facial animation. With a flexible attitude towards using various software (including Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, After Effects with Duik, or others), I guarantee that the rigs I create will be editable to accommodate any future updates. In addition to my technical skills, my attention to detail in cleaning up and refining existing PSD/AI artwork will ensure every limb, facial feature, and prop is on its own layer for easy management. By choosing me for your project, you’re bringing on board a loyal partner who delivers quality work with exceptional creativity and attention-to-detail—qualities that are essential in keeping up with the fast-paced nature of your series planned for multiple platforms. I look forward to the opportunity to bring your characters to life!
$44 USD in 1 day
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Good day, As a senior 2D character animator, I am confident in my ability to bring your realistic cartoon series to life as per your requirements with 100% job satisfaction. With experience in rigging and animating characters, I invite you to chat and view my related portfolio. My simple process includes planning, creating, reviewing, and finalizing each animation. What I will do: - Clean up and refine existing PSD/AI artwork - Rig characters for smooth animation - Create a benchmark 60-second scene and two social clips - Provide neatly organized working files for future edits Expect high-quality work within budget. Looking forward to discussing further. Regards, Hira Khan
$30 USD in 1 day
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As a professional animator with a focus on After Effects, I am confident that I can bring your 2D character designs to life in the most compelling way possible. Over the course of my 6-year career, I've been privileged to work on a variety of animation projects, allowing me to gain vast experience and proven competence in lip-syncing, body mechanics, and facial animation - all skills paramount to successfully executing your project vision. One such example you could check out is my project "Animation Universe with Jimmy Neutron" where I animated and rigged different characters of various art styles. I invite you to review my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Jneutron1237890 I would be happy to discuss your project requirements in detail and provide the most suitable solution for your needs. Budget and project timeline can be discussed through chat based on the scope and complexity of the work. Feel free to contact me at your convenience. I look forward to working with you. Best Regards, Jimmy B.
$100 USD in 1 day
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Which 2D rigging tool do you prefer for the series — Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, or After Effects with Duik? Drop me a message when you're available — happy to walk through the specifics and begin right away.
$130 USD in 13 days
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Understanding: you're building a branded, realistic 2D animation series and need fully rigged assets plus social-ready cuts. Solution: - Clean up artwork: separate every limb, facial feature, and prop into its own layers; ensure clean import into Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, or After Effects with Duik; rigs stay editable for future brand updates. - Rig and lip-sync: robust character rigs for pose-to-pose animation at 24 fps with expressive facial controls. - Master scene: deliver an initial 60-second scene at 1920x1080, export H.264, and provide the original project file. - Social clips: two loops (15s and 30s) vertical 1080x1920 MP4/MOV, under 10 MB each, captions baked in. - Deliverables: organized asset folder with layered PSD/AI sources, rig files, and a concise PDF controls guide. Budget + timeline: - Timeline: 4-6 weeks; assets ready in 1-2 weeks; rigging and master scene in 3-4 weeks; social cuts final in weeks 5-6. - Budget: typical scope around $4,000-$9,000 depending on rig complexity and branding updates. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/zarminagull189 Looking forward to collaborating.
$190 USD in 3 days
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Creating a branded cartoon series is exciting, but getting the animation right can be tricky. If the characters aren’t fully rigged and ready for smooth motion, the whole project can lose its spark. This can lead to delays and missed opportunities for engagement. I would start by refining your existing artwork to ensure every limb and feature is perfectly layered. Then, I'd rig the characters using a tool that fits your needs, so they can move fluidly and expressively. Once that's done, I’d animate a 60-second benchmark scene to set the visual tone, followed by creating the social clips formatted for TikTok and Reels. I understand the importance of revisions and will ensure you're satisfied before final delivery. What’s the desired timeline for this project? Do you have any specific ideas for the initial scene?
$100 USD in 7 days
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I would love to rig and animate your realistic 2D characters into production-ready assets, including editable facial, body, lip-sync, and prop controls. I’ll create the 60-second benchmark scene, derive two social clips, and deliver organized PSD/AI, rig, project files, exports, and control documentation. Let’s chat for further details. Regards, Muhammad Mohid Ahmed.
$30 USD in 1 day
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Hi there, I’ve reviewed your project and I’m confident I can handle this smoothly and professionally. Your project fits well with my experience, and I’m ready to get started right away. For the realistic 2D character animation series, I can take your existing PSD and AI files and meticulously clean them up, refine the artwork, and rig each character for seamless animation. I will ensure that the rigs are editable for future updates and deliver a benchmark 60-second scene along with two looping social clips formatted for TikTok/Reels. I will also neatly package all working files for easy tweaking by your in-house designer. Rest assured, I will provide work aligned with your goals, properly formatted final files, revisions included, clear communication, and timely delivery. Looking forward to the opportunity to collaborate on this exciting project. Best regards, Ameema 2D Animation Specialist
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