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Best freelance Rive Animators to hire in 2025

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Interactive Hero animation in Rive

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Rolling Counter Animation in Rive

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Zoom in/ Zoom out animation chart in Rive

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RIVE - Circle Madness

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RIVE - App Audio Waveform

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RIVE - Circle Elasticity

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RIVE - Geometry Madness

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UI/Animations Reel #1

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Rive | Website Landing Page

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Motion interactive on 2d illustration

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Hero image with motion interactive for landing page

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UI/Animations Reel #3

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UI/Animations Reel #2

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Interactive button hover

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Interactive toggle switch animation

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STAR-EX Match Result Page

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Rain white noise

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Gooey menu

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X-man button

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NERV

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Founder and Lightning

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Interactive lodaer

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Interactive Book

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UI Interaction

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Landing Page animations

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Animated grass

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Opening chest

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Character rigging & animation

Cover image for Vanguard landing page Rive animations
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Vanguard landing page Rive animations

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Button hold state

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Bring Mobile to Life

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Landing page animation

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Carousel car

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Horizon dApp - website

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Freelance Dice Designs for Multiplayer Mobile Game

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Use Rive to see what is possible in desiging our ad components

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Interactive Landing Page

Cover image for Gratitude mission - Sidekick Health
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Gratitude mission - Sidekick Health

Cover image for Rive Rock and Roll Buttons
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Rive Rock and Roll Buttons

Cover image for Codesdirect hero - Rive animation
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Codesdirect hero - Rive animation

Cover image for Olive - Holistic Food Scanner App
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Olive - Holistic Food Scanner App

Cover image for Thresh Animated Web graphics | Rive animation
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Thresh Animated Web graphics | Rive animation

Cover image for Merit Systems web graphics | Rive Animation
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Merit Systems web graphics | Rive Animation

Cover image for Website Hero | Rive animation
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Website Hero | Rive animation

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Unique button

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Marketing Site Animations

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StudySmarter - AI interactive bot

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Geoint - Interactive infographic

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FAQs

Finding the right style starts with knowing your project needs. Look at examples of animations you like. Make a list of styles you think will fit well. Remember, the animation should match the project's tone and message. If you need help, ask a Rive designer for advice.
A good project brief makes everything clear. Include details about what you want to animate. Share your project goals and target audience with the freelancer. Give examples if possible. This information helps the animator make the perfect animation for you.
Break your project into smaller steps. Milestones can be sketches, first drafts, and final animation. Decide when each part should be done. This helps track progress and makes sure everything stays on schedule. Communicate these milestones to the animator from the start.
Check the animator's work at each milestone. Make sure it meets the project's needs. Compare it to the brief and any references provided. Give honest feedback and ask for changes if needed. Clear and timely communication helps the animator improve their work.
The animator needs your project brief and any style preferences. Share any brand guidelines they should follow. If there are specific messages or emotions to convey, let them know. Clear details help the animator do their best work right from the start.
Decide on the best way to communicate, like email or video calls. Set regular check-ins to discuss progress and changes. Be open to the animator's ideas and feedback, too. Consistent communication keeps everyone on track and helps build a good working relationship.
Be clear and specific about what you like and do not like. Focus on the animation itself, not the animator. Use positive language and suggest how things can be improved. Asking questions can also help make things clear for both you and the animator.
Once you approve the animation, discuss the deliverables with the animator. Make sure you agree on the formats and files needed. Check that everything matches the project brief. Confirm that all elements are complete before closing the project. This ensures you get what you expected and paid for.
Make a checklist of everything the animator will need. This can include images, logos, and text. Share access to any project-related materials at the start. Providing resources upfront helps the animator start the project smoothly. This reduces delays and keeps the timeline on track.
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