This project revolves around creating vivid, expressive 3-D character animations—with the clear emphasis on “character.” The finished work must feel unmistakably cartoonish rather than realistic or stylized, so exaggerated gestures, snappy timing, and bright, appealing colours are welcome. Scope of work • Model, rig, and animate one or more characters (quantity and length to be nailed down once we review my script and reference boards). • Apply appropriate lighting, texturing, and simple environment elements that enhance the performance without stealing the spotlight. • Deliver final renders in 1080p H.264 (or higher if you prefer), plus the editable project files created in your tool of choice—Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, 3ds Max, or a comparable package. Acceptance criteria 1. Smooth, well-weighted motion that reads clearly at first glance. 2. Facial expressions and body language consistent with cartoon sensibilities. 3. No clipping, broken rigs, or texture issues on the hero character. 4. Output matches agreed shot length and framing, ready for immediate compositing or direct upload. Once we finalise the storyboard, I’ll supply any existing concept art and schedule milestones so you can animate, review, and refine in manageable stages. Let’s bring these characters to life.