About the Role
We are seeking a talented freelance animator to produce four 1-minute animations that bring our brand story to life. Each animation will feature:
Human characters in a comic/cartoon style
Branded products (perfume, cannabis product, ashtray, rolling tray, roller, lighter) integrated into the scene
Playful, luxurious, and expressive visuals
Smooth motion, dynamic scenes, and attention to detail
Responsibilities:
Animate 4 individual 1-minute sequences based on provided storyboards and scripts
Integrate all branded products consistently in each animation
Apply comic-style effects: thought bubbles, sparkles, magic smoke, exaggerated expressions, and playful motion
Ensure high-quality output suitable for social media and marketing campaigns
Deliver completed animations in MP4 format, 1080p minimum
Requirements
Proven experience in cartoon/comic-book style animation
Strong portfolio demonstrating character animation, storytelling, and motion graphics
Ability to integrate branding and product placement seamlessly
Proficiency with animation software (After Effects, Toon Boom, Adobe Animate, Blender, Runway, or equivalent)
Detail-oriented, creative, and able to meet deadlines
Preferred:
Experience with luxury or lifestyle brand content
Experience with short-form social media animation
Familiarity with AI-assisted animation tools
Deliverables:
4 completed 1-minute animations, one per assignment
Editable project files for future updates (if possible)
Social media-ready video files (MP4, 1080p)
About the Company
TOPNOTE is a cruelty-free, organic, USA-curated accessory network (#TSN) specializing in Extrait de Parfum, the highest quality and concentration of fragrances. The brand offers cannabis-friendly fragrances designed to either mask or blend in with the scent of cannabis, while maintaining universal appeal. TOPNOTE celebrates cultural heritage through each product, fostering deep connections with its audience by blending sophistication, eco-consciousness, and artistic storytelling. Our goal is to brand into high quality smoking accessories, to provide a more elegant and luxury experience to cannabis consumption.