What is an Animator?
An animator brings characters, objects and environments to life through movement and action for use in various forms of media such as films, television shows, video games and advertisements. An animator uses specialized software and techniques to create sequences of images that create the illusion of motion, focusing on aspects such as timing, posing and expression to convey emotions and narratives effectively.
Things an Animator Can Do for You
- Character modeling: Create digital 3D models of characters, focusing on their appearance, anatomy and detail to prepare them for animation or rendering
- Character animation: Bring characters to life through movement, personality and emotion, utilizing animation techniques to convey storytelling
- Packaging and label design: Design and animate packaging and label graphics to create visually appealing packaging for products
- Video ads and commercials: Create animated advertisements and commercials for various media platforms, utilizing animation to convey messages and promote products
- Industrial and product design: Use software to visualize and demonstrate industrial processes, product functionality or design concepts for manufacturing and marketing purposes
How much does it cost to hire an animator?
Animators typically charge by the services they offer, with fees that may range from approximately $220.00 to $300.00, depending on the job. To give an idea for pricing, here are some average fees.
- Character modeling: Average $300 per job
- Character animation: Average $275.97 per job
- Packaging and label design: Average $250 per design
- Video ads and commercials: Average $238.21 per job
- Industrial and product design: Average $220 per job
Questions to ask when hiring an Animator
- Can you discuss the types of animation projects you've worked on and your proficiency with various animation techniques and software?
- How do you approach character animation and what principles or methods do you use to bring characters to life effectively?
- Can you provide examples of your animation work?
- Can you walk me through your process of creating an animation from concept to completion?
How much time does an Animator take to complete a job on Fiverr?
While projects can differ in size and scope, animators take an average of 10 to 22 days from the moment an order is placed until the time the order is delivered. 3D product animation takes an average of 22 days and illustrations take an average of 17 days. Industrial product design takes an average of 17 days. animation for children takes an average of 13 days whereas animation for streamers takes an average of 12 days. Video ads and commercials take an average of 11 days and animated explainers take an average of 10 days. Some sellers offer faster delivery times for an extra fee.
Here’s how to hire animators on Fiverr Pro:
You can use the Fiverr Pro catalog to review the profiles, portfolios, ratings, and reviews of animators. Look for freelancers who have past experience working on similar projects. Once you find the freelancer you’d like to work with, give them a thorough brief that details exactly what you’re looking for.
If you can’t find the right animators expert, there are different ways to match with talent on Fiverr Pro. One option is to post a brief and let freelancers come to you with a proposal. You can also work directly with your own Business Success Manager who’ll match you with the best freelancers.
Another solution is to use our customer support chat to explain your needs, and they’ll share a shortlist of talent. If you’d like end-to-end project management, we’ll pair you with a business partner who assembles a team of freelancers and oversees your entire project.
