3d animator needed for mascot animation

3D Mascot Animator Needed (Short Brand Hero Animation)
We are looking for a skilled 3D animator to create a short 8–10 second mascot hero animation for a brand website.
Project Scope
Animate a 3D mascot flying in, interacting with a fan, and reacting to airflow
Smooth transition between a living room and a nature environment
Simple, expressive facial animation (blink, smile, happy, surprised)
Clean, premium motion suitable for a website hero section
Assets & References
All 3D assets will be provided (mascot, environments, fan)
A clear script and visual references will be shared
No character modeling required
Facial expressions to be done via basic rigged expressions (not image swaps)
Deliverables
Final rendered video (MP4)
All source files (Blender / Maya / C4D or equivalent)
Project files should be clean and reusable
Technical Expectations
Smooth camera and character motion
Simple transitions (no heavy VFX)
Website-friendly output (clean loop / hero-ready)
Efficient, low-budget–friendly execution
Timeline
Short timeline (to be discussed)
One main animation with minor revision rounds
Ideal Candidate
Experience with 3D character animation
Comfortable with facial expression rigs
Attention to subtle acting and timing
Good communication and ability to follow references
If interested, please share:
Relevant animation samples
Your software workflow
Estimated timeline and cost