Interactive animation with Rive

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Jairo Ruiz

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About this service

Summary

I create interactive animations in Rive that elevate user experience through functional, purposeful motion. Every animation is crafted with UX intent and built with clean logic — ready for integration by your team.

✨ What you get:

Microinteractions that enhance clarity, feedback, and flow

Smart animations using state machines, triggers, and clean structure

.riv and .rev files, fully organized and developer-ready

Optional timeline previews as MP4/GIF (Rive doesn’t export full interactive flows)

Compatibility support across web, mobile, and Flutter — no implementation included

If you’re looking for animations that feel intuitive and perform reliably, I’ll help you deliver motion that moves with meaning.

Process

1. Initial Discussion & Asset Review

We review your UI assets and animation goals to ensure clarity on function, style, and platform needs.

2. Animation Development & Feedback Rounds

I create the animation in Rive, using state machines and transitions. For complex tasks, we iterate based on your feedback to fine-tune the motion and logic.

3. Final Touches & Polish

Once the animation is functionally solid, I refine details like easing, timing, and responsiveness to ensure a smooth user experience.

4. Delivery of Final Files

You receive the final .riv and .rev files, plus optional timeline previews (MP4/GIF). This marks the project’s completion and readiness for implementation by your team.

FAQs

Can you create illustrations or UI design for the animation?
Yes — I do offer design services. However, this service is focused exclusively on animation. You’ll need to provide final visual assets or a Figma file prepared for animation. If you’re interested in a full design + animation package, feel free to contact me for a custom quote.
What kind of design files should I send you?
Vector formats like SVG, AI, or Figma are ideal. These ensure better animation quality and performance. While Rive supports raster images (like PNG or JPG), vector graphics allow for more flexibility.
Do you provide implementation support?
No. I don’t handle implementation, but I ensure that the animation files are fully compatible with web, mobile, and Flutter. You’ll receive structured files ready for your development team to integrate.
Can I get a video preview of the animation?
Yes — I can export MP4 or GIF previews of timeline-based animations. Just note that Rive does not support exporting full interactive flows as video—only individual timelines
Are there any limitations with Rive?
Rive is a robust tool, but it does have some limitations (e.g., no 3D, limited masking options). If your project requires something specific, I’ll assess feasibility before starting.
How large will the animation files be?
File size depends on complexity, number of elements, and whether vectors or images are used. I always aim for optimal performance and minimal load impact.

What's included

Kickoff & Strategy
A short alignment to understand the UI component and define the animation’s role. I review the provided design from a usability perspective to ensure the animation enhances user experience (e.g. feedback, status, transitions). We define the purpose of the interaction and gather key technical details (platform, dimensions, triggers). You can also share references or tone preferences if available.
Animation Phase (Rive)
Bringing the UI to life through functional, responsive motion. I create clean, optimized animations directly in Rive using state machines and transitions. Each animation is designed to support usability—whether it’s reinforcing a user action, signaling status, or adding a sense of delight. The logic is structured to allow real-time interaction, keeping performance and responsiveness in mind across devices.
Delivery Files
All necessary assets for implementation, preview, and backup. You’ll receive the .riv file with clean structure, organized layers, and functional state machine logic ready for integration. I also include an embed-ready URL (via Rive.app) for testing or demonstration. If needed, I can export preview videos (MP4 or GIF) of specific timelines to showcase animations. Please note: Rive doesn’t support exporting full interactive flows as video—only timeline-based animations can be rendered. Additionally, I provide .rev backup files to ensure recovery and version tracking during development.
Documentation
A clear guide to help developers implement the animation smoothly. This includes an overview of the state machine logic, event triggers, and naming conventions used in the Rive file. I also provide usage tips or notes on how the animation is intended to behave in the final product. Ideal for teams that need handoff clarity or plan to scale the interaction further.

Example projects