Creation of 3D animation 8 minutes
Good afternoon,
We need to create a 3D animation about the underwater world.
In general, a series of animated videos is planned, but we are starting with one - lasting up to 8 minutes.
In short, it will be the story of a bathyscaphe that descends to the ocean floor and sees various marine inhabitants, etc. In some places, the animation will pause and provide information about different species. In a couple of scenes, for example, fish will fight among themselves.
The image should be photorealistic. Unfortunately, I did not find examples on the theme and production level, but I am attaching screenshots. We are aiming for approximately this quality of image.
I understand that the project is quite large, so I am waiting for your price proposals, at least a range from-to (the price below is just to have one).
Also, please provide guidance on the timelines.
Applications 2
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30 days13 453 USD
9469 120 2 2 30 days13 453 USDGood day! Thank you for the detailed description — the project sounds very large-scale and interesting. I really resonate with the idea of a series about the underwater world with photorealistic visualization and scientific-educational inserts. I can implement such a video — from concept to final render.
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30 days13 453 USD
1639 4 0 30 days13 453 USDGood evening. Are there source files to work from or just two screenshots? Is there a complete technical specification with a script and texts for an accurate assessment of timelines and costs? For such a project, complex and lengthy, it is necessary to create short samples and see what will happen, whether it will be suitable or not. Unfortunately, it is impossible to evaluate this without a clear script and images of what needs to be generated.
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31 days13 453 USD
298 1 0 31 days13 453 USDGood day.
The project is clear — photorealistic 3D animation of the underwater world with a bathyscaphe, marine inhabitants, interaction scenes (including fight scenes), and inserts with pauses for educational blocks. The format is up to 8 minutes — this is already a full production with a well-thought-out pipeline.
To orient on budget and timelines, it is important to understand:
— the level of photorealism (stylization or maximally realistic ocean with volumetric light, caustics, particles, water simulation)
— the number of unique creatures (modeling from scratch or ready-made assets)
— whether complex behavior and interaction animation is needed
— whether there is a script and storyboard
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Estimated range:
• When using quality ready-made assets + custom scene and animation — from $4,000 to $7,000
• For full custom production (modeling, rigging, FX, simulations, photoreal rendering) — $8,000–$15,000
Timelines:
• 6–8 weeks with an optimized pipeline
• 10–12 weeks with more complex scenes and combat episodes
The work is usually divided into stages: previz → scene test → visual approval → main animation → lighting/render → post.
I am ready to discuss the details to more accurately assess the scope and propose the optimal production format (it may make sense to create a pilot 30–60 second scene before the full version).
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45 days13 453 USD
138 45 days13 453 USDGood day. I am ready to complete it.
Price 4000 usd. There are no examples of cinematic scenes (which is why I am offering a lower price), but I can provide examples with character 3D animation.
Deadline: 30-45 days.
I do not use AI as a principle. I work in Blender.
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30 days13 453 USD
347 9 0 30 days13 453 USDIs AI allowed? It will be cheaper and photorealistic.....
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25 days13 453 USD
2271 10 0 25 days13 453 USDHello!
The project is very strong and visually promising — photorealistic underwater world + storytelling = high viral potential.
Ready to implement cinematic 3D animation at the level of documentary projects for Netflix / BBC: bathyscaphe, depths, marine fauna, dynamic scenes, pauses with explanations of species, photorealism.
Proposal:
Cost: $3,000 – $6,000
(depends on scene detail, number of creatures, and complexity of animation)
… Deadline: 25–40 days
What you will receive:
• Photorealistic graphics
• Cinematic animation
• Immersive atmosphere
• Fully finished product for a series format
The project is perfectly scalable into a series of episodes, so I am immediately laying down a pipeline for further production.
Ready to quickly create a test frame / scene concept so you can immediately see the level of quality.
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15 days13 453 USD
7417 88 0 15 days13 453 USDGood day
Feel free to reach out.
Examples of work in the profile
Everything depends on your scenario
1 minute can have 10 scenes, it can have 20 as there is dynamics or something else
+ Number of generations per frame
From 8 dollars per frame. If AI
And if 3D models, world, etc. from 3500 dollars per minute. Depends on the complexity of the scenario and location. Excluding the cost of rendering. Need to order a render farm for 3D.
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30 days13 453 USD
2259 5 1 30 days13 453 USDHello! I have reviewed your assignment and believe that I can successfully complete it. I would be happy to collaborate, please write to me personally for further details.
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5 days13 453 USD
1431 9 0 5 days13 453 USDWe did something similar!!! Water world
https://surl.li/jxmath
https://vimeo.com/showcase/10635729?fl=so&fe=fs
https://vimeo.com/showcase/10313968?share=copy
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10 days13 453 USD
2426 14 0 10 days13 453 USDHello. I will be happy to implement your project.
I work in Photoshop and Illustrator, actively use AI, create videos, and execute projects of various scales.
My portfolio is on my website - https://mlidia.com/
Videos and animations -Google Drive
Banners -Google Drive
Creatives -Google Drive
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I have over 10 years of experience in graphic design, always available, and will deliver quickly and with quality.
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21 days13 453 USD
758 5 3 21 days13 453 USDGood day!
I will guide you on the budget range. A photorealistic underwater 3D video up to 8 minutes — large CG production; the cost depends on the number of unique views/locations and the complexity of simulations (suspension, bubbles, schools, "fights").
Preliminary budget:
• $5k–$7k — simplified setup, partially stock assets
• $10k–$15k — confident photorealism, several unique views, compositing + information pauses
• $25k–$40k+ — a lot of custom/complex interactions/high polish
… The timeline is usually 3–6 weeks (depending on complexity).
In the first stage, I suggest creating a short pilot of 20–40 seconds (look development) to approve the quality of the image - $1500 - Timeline 12 days.
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22 days13 453 USD
2150 20 0 22 days13 453 USDGood day! I am interested in your project. The task is clear: to create an 8-minute immersion in photorealistic quality. I specialize in creating cinematic videos using advanced neural networks. This allows achieving a level of imagery close to expensive CGI, but significantly faster and more budget-friendly.
How I see the implementation:
Bathyscaphe: I will create and fix the design of the bathyscaphe so that it looks the same throughout the immersion (Consistency).
Photorealism: Water, light refraction, fish textures — these are the strengths of my tools. The image will look like a BBC/Discovery documentary.
Complex scenes (fights): We will implement them through dynamic editing and close-ups to make it look impressive and natural.
Pauses/Infographics: In moments of "stopping," we can add beautiful 3D diagrams or freeze frames with a depth effect.
Cost and deadlines: Considering the timing (8 minutes is a large volume for detailed work) and quality requirements:
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Budget: 10,500 PLN
Deadline: 2-3 weeks (stages: script -> tests -> generation -> editing).
Portfolio:Google Drive I look forward to your decision. Ruslan
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66 days13 453 USD
8329 46 1 66 days13 453 USDHello! 👋
The project on the scale of BBC or National Geographic documentaries is a challenge that I can handle. I have 10 years of experience in 3D (Blender, UE5), so I will implement the immersion of a submersible with maximum photorealism: from the refraction of light in water to detailed textures of marine inhabitants 🌊.
For such a volume (8 minutes), I suggest using Unreal Engine 5. This will allow for cinematic quality rendering and flexibility in creating long scenes with creature battles and pauses for storytelling, while maintaining reasonable production timelines 🎬.
Check out my 3D and animation portfolio:
[Freelancehunt]
… Regarding benchmarks:
💰 The price depends on many factors: the number of scenes or the size of the entire underwater world, the number of unique models (fish, plants), the complexity of interaction scenes, as well as the complexity of animation and the resolution of the final render.
⏳ Timelines: Creating the first 8-minute episode may take from 6 to 10 months, considering modeling, animation, and post-production.
I am ready to discuss the details of the script and make a test render of one scene so you can see the quality! 🚀
Do you already have ready models of the submersible and creatures, or do they need to be developed from scratch based on your screenshots?🥫
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2 days13 453 USD
1558 15 0 2 days13 453 USDHello
- Do you have a ready script/storyboard/sketches for the series?
- Do you provide any part of the materials (3D models) or is everything on the performer?
- Will sound design and voiceover be provided? Or will you do it based on the finished animation?
And a few more questions in private)
Write to me - we will discuss your project
Price and deadlines after discussion
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7 days13 453 USD
408 7 days13 453 USDGood day!
I successfully work with AI tools. There are closed cases with maximum realistic presentation.
I will make a realistic video up to 8 minutes based on your script.
Editing, voiceover.
Portfolio:
https://content-that-works-for-y-5pm1480.gamma.site/
Examples of work:
… https://www.instagram.com/anp_ai_
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