Stylised 3D Animation with Humans

I want to produce an entertainment-focused 3D piece built around human characters presented in a distinctive, stylised look. The feel should sit comfortably between realism and exaggerated cartoon, leaning on bold shapes, expressive motion and a memorable colour palette rather than photoreal detail.

Scope
• Full 3D design, modelling and rigging of the human cast.
• Animation, lighting and texturing that emphasise the stylised aesthetic.
• Final delivery as a clean 1080p (or higher) video file along with the editable project files so I can archive or repurpose assets later.

Creative direction is open to your suggestions, but I’m specifically not after a strictly realistic or abstract result; the charm should come from the unique style you bring. Please outline your proposed workflow, preferred software, and any previous stylised character work that shows how you handle facial expressions, body mechanics and overall scene appeal.

Acceptance criteria
• Consistent, cohesive visual style throughout.
• Smooth, expressive motion—no visible rig artefacts.
• Audio-ready timing so music or SFX can be dropped in without re-rendering.
• All source files organised and named clearly.

If this matches your strengths in Maya, Blender, Cinema 4D, Houdini or similar, let me know how long you anticipate for each phase and any milestones you recommend. I’m ready to move as soon as we align on the creative direction and timeline.