Bringing LIfe to 'Colin' The Cheeky Panda

Hey there, potential Cheeky Pandas!

At The Cheeky Panda, we're on the hunt for a talented illustrator who can not only draw but also bring our beloved Colin to life through animation. We've got big plans for him - think cartoon strip statics for print and social, and short videos for all our digital channels.

We're keeping Colin's signature look intact - you know, that charming face and our stripped-back color scheme and font. But we're itching to transform him into a more emotive, drawn, and animated version. We reckon this'll hit the emotional chords just right.

We're envisioning a storybook-style, delivering serious messages with a splash of humor. We want to be able to say anything and still get a chuckle, all while driving home some important environmental messages. Think Redbull's "gives you wings" ads for style refernce, but dial it back a bit - closer to Colin's current graphic form but with a drawn storybook feel.

Now, here's the nitty-gritty: we need an illustrator who's not just great with a pen, but can also animate and serve up a finished film. We're not just looking for a one-off gig here; we want you to become an extended part of our team.

As part of the recruitment process, we'll need to see your proposal for Colin's drawn style and your animation chops. We've even tossed in a creative idea for you to translate into a cartoon strip/ storyboard format, showcasing your recommended drawn style. And hey, throw in a dash of animation to give us a taste.

You can check out our current assets and style on our social feeds. And of course, we'll need a ballpark estimate on typical hours for whipping up a 3-part cartoon strip and a 15-second animation if you did join us here in Cheeky Panda Land.

Bonus points if you've got that sharp English sense of humor and can catch all the cultural references. Let's make magic together, Cheeky Pandas!