Seeking Animator for Fantasy-Inspired Project
Bring a Dramatic Scene to Life with Animation
I’m looking for a talented animator to bring a captivating sequence to life. This project involves adding a magical animated element to an existing still image. Imagine a large backdrop featuring this image. An actor, armed with a sword, will be positioned in front of this backdrop. The animation will unfold over approximately 30 to 40 seconds.
The Vision: Sword Meets Magic
The animation should feature the actor gracefully swinging his sword across the image, targeting specific sections of thorns or vines. As the sword appears to make contact, a touch of magic ensues!
The vine should react in a visually stunning way, transforming with a touch of magic — think sparkly, shimmering Disney magic.
“The vines will react in a magical way and then disappear… This is to be magic and magic glitter and sparkles to happen when it looks like the actor has hit the thorns,” I said.
This enchanting reaction should happen four times across the image, starting on the right side and progressing to the left. The end goal is to leave only the red color and the castle visible in the image.
Important Considerations
- Status: Open
- Prize: £75
- Entries submitted: 0
It’s important to emphasize that the animation should seamlessly integrate with the actor’s movement. The action on screen will be synchronized – the actor is interacting with the animation, not vice versa.
I will be providing you with a high-resolution image soon.
What creative examples of animation elements could be used in this project?
## Bringing Fantasy to Life: Interview with a Project Director
**Today we’re joined by [Project Director Name], who’s seeking a talented animator for a unique and exciting project. Welcome to the show!**
**[Project Director Name]:** Thanks for having me!
**Great to have you. So, tell us a bit about this project. What are you hoping to achieve?**
**[Project Director Name]:** We’re aiming to create a truly immersive experience. It all starts with a static image – think a dramatic, fantasy-inspired backdrop. Now, imagine an actor standing in front of this image, sword in hand, ready for action. We want to add a magical animated element to this still image, something that will really bring the scene to life and complement the actor’s performance.
**That sounds incredibly visually compelling! Can you give us an example of what this animated element might look like?**
**[Project Director Name]:** Absolutely! We’re open to creative interpretations, but we’ve been envisioning things like magical wisps of energy swirling around the actor, perhaps reacting to the movement of their sword. Maybe even a subtle shimmering effect on the backdrop itself, indicating the presence of magic.
**This project sounds like a dream come true for any animator with a passion for fantasy. What kind of skills are you looking for in a candidate?**
**[Project Director Name]:** We need someone who’s proficient in animation software and techniques, of course. But just as importantly, we need someone who can understand and capture the spirit of this fantasy world.
**Who knows, maybe one of our viewers is the perfect animator for this project! Any advice for aspiring applicants?**
**[Project Director Name]:**
I’d suggest looking at our portfolio [mention website or platform where portfolio is located] to get a sense of the style we’re aiming for. It’s also incredibly helpful to have a strong reel showcasing your work, particularly anything related to fantasy or magical effects.
**[Project Director Name], thank you so much for sharing this exciting opportunity with us. We wish you the best of luck in finding the perfect animator to bring your vision to life!**
**[Project Director Name]:** Thank you for having me!