This role involves creating a visually captivating four-minute animated music video for the song "Jack's Radio" by Sharp Marbles. The animation will follow a young boy as he leaves his wheelchair and journeys through a series of imaginative worlds, each reflecting the evolving musical styles of the track. Drawing inspiration from the psychedelic and whimsical style of The Beatles' Yellow Submarine, the video should evoke a sense of wonder and transformation, culminating in the boy morphing into a blackbird as the song concludes.

The creative direction should be emotionally resonant, visually dynamic, and closely aligned with the provided song and lyrics.

Deliverables

- Develop a complete four-minute animated music video, from concept to final render
- Create storyboards and animatics to outline the visual narrative and transitions
- Design and animate multiple imaginative worlds and environments that reflect the song’s changing musical styles
- Animate character transformation sequences, including the boy’s journey and final morph into a blackbird
- Integrate provided audio and lyrics as creative reference points throughout the animation
- Ensure all animation assets are delivered in high-quality formats suitable for digital distribution





Requirements

- Proven experience in 2D or mixed-media animation, with a strong portfolio of music video or narrative animation work
- Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom, or similar)
- Ability to develop creative concepts and translate musical themes into compelling visual storytelling
- Strong skills in character animation, environmental design, and visual effects
- Experience with psychedelic or imaginative animation styles is highly desirable
- Excellent communication and time management skills to meet project deadlines
- Availability for remote collaboration and feedback sessions
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, polished animation

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📌 Freelance Animator (Australia)
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📍 Australia