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Project Description I need two cartoon mascot characters converted from raster reference art into clean, hand-drawn, layered vector artwork, ready for animation rigging. Characters: Gauge (a pressure gauge) and Flex (a hydraulic ram). Four reference images are attached: one hero pose and one neutral pose per character. This is not a simple vectorisation job. The output needs to work as a rig, not just a picture — see the two rules below before you quote. The two rules that matter most Hand-redraw only — no auto-trace. Image Trace, Vector Magic, or similar tools produce hundreds of stacked junk paths with no structure. That's unusable for rigging and can't be edited. Every shape must be manually redrawn as a clean path with the minimum number of anchor points. Gauge's needle must be a separate object, with its transform origin at the exact centre of the dial. The needle gets rotated in code to four fixed angles — this is the single most important function in the artwork. If it's merged into the dial, or the pivot is off-centre, the deliverable fails. I'll want the pivot point confirmed in your first draft. Required layer separation Every part below must be its own independently editable object, in a named layer group, on a single artboard per character. Gauge: Hard hat (crown, brim, ridge as one group) Bezel ring; rivets (4, individual) Dial face Scale segments — four separate paths, one per colour, in order Needle — separate, pivot at dial centre; needle hub Eyes (whites + pupils separate — pupils need to move), eyebrows (separate), mouth (separate) Left arm, right arm, left hand, right hand Left leg, right leg, left boot, right boot Flex: Head / hex gland nut Eyes (whites + pupils separate), eyebrows separate, mouth separate Neck collar; barrel body; barrel highlight; hi-vis band Port bosses (individual); end caps (top, bottom) Upper arm and forearm as separate objects, each side (the rods extend and must slide independently) Fists (left, right); legs (left, right); feet (left, right) Colour Exact values below, global swatches (so a colour can be changed once across the file). No gradients other than the specular highlights already visible in the reference art. PD maroon #76232F PD orange #F58220 Slate grey #5B6770 Grey mid #7C878E Navy #333F48 Chrome #A9B0B5 / #C3C9CC Off-white #F5F1E8 Outline #14161A Scale: green #8EDD65 · blue #1D4289 · orange #F58220 · red #76232F Deliverables Layered source file — .ai or .svg, layers named exactly as listed above Flat, optimised SVG per character per pose (no embedded rasters) PNG, 2000px tall, transparent background, per character per pose Print-ready vector CMYK version of each hero pose Acceptance criteria No auto-traced paths — shapes are clean, with minimal anchor points Gauge's needle rotates about the dial centre with no visible drift Every listed part is independently selectable and editable Limbs are complete shapes, not clipped where they met the body in the reference Colours match the values above exactly At 40px tall, both characters are still recognisable and distinct from each other (the "sticker test" — a silhouette that fails this gets redrawn; everything else can be corrected later) How to quote Please price in three parts: Both neutral poses, rigged and layered as specified — this is the priority and what I need first Both hero poses, layered but not rig-critical An hourly rate for future poses/expressions — this is an ongoing series, more poses will follow Skills required Vector illustration, Adobe Illustrator (or equivalent), character/mascot art, animation rig prep, SVG optimisation, print-ready CMYK output. Four reference images are attached to this project.
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As an accomplished graphic designer and illustrator, I understand not only how to match your creative vision for Gauge and Flex, but how to meticulously craft the perfect vector character for your future needs. I'm intimately familiar with Adobe Illustrator and comparable tools required for this project. My knowledge of vector illustration, character design, and animation rig preparation make me uniquely suited for the hand-redraw task required - ensuring that every part becomes its own independently editable object in a named layer group. One of your key deliverable requirements is Gauge's separated needle, centered perfectly on the dial - an important functionality element that I won't overlook. Throughout my years in the field, my strict attention to detail has resulted in clean shapes with minimal anchor points in my work; so auto-traced paths are a no-go, ensuring they’re replaced with manually drawn clean paths. Lastly, my skills extend beyond just the current task you need - apart from delivering high-quality layered files as your top priority now, I also offer continuity as I'll be available for future poses at my hourly rate. My objective is to deliver a unique and recognizable art piece representing your brand, even at a height of just 40 px. Together, we can build robust characters that consistently highlight the essence of Gauge and Flex for years to come.
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Hi, I am interested in your "Hand Redraw Vector illustration" project. Please come to a direct chat so we can discuss more on your project. Kindly take a look at my previous work my Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/iarena With regards, Rupa.
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Hi ✅ Ready to get started immediately! With 9+ years of professional design experience, I’m fully equipped to handle your ⭐Hand-Redraw Vector Illustratio ⭐ project and deliver outstanding results. What You Can Expect: ✔️ Unlimited revisions until you’re completely satisfied ✔️ Quick turnaround without sacrificing quality ✔️ All professional file formats: AI, PSD, PNG, PDF & more ✔️ 100% satisfaction guaranteed Here you can see my previous work: https://www.freelancer.in/u/GraphicFuture93 Let’s connect to discuss your requirements in detail — I am ready to get started right away. Thank you, Preet
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GoodDay, I’ve carefully reviewed your requirements "Project Description I need two cartoon mascot characters converted from raster reference art into c......" for “Hand-Redraw Vector Illustration & Rig-Ready Layering — 2 Mascot Characters (Gauge & Flex)”. With 10+ years of experience, I bring a structured and creative approach to projects involving Illustration, Character Design, Concept Art, Digital Art, Creative Design, Visual Design, Adobe Illustrator, 2D Animation, Character Animation and Graphic Design. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/ArtisticQueens
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Hello, I’d hand-redraw Gauge and Flex as clean, structured vector characters with rigging in mind from the start. I’ll pay particular attention to Gauge’s centred needle pivot and the required independent body parts, while keeping paths clean and editable. **You’ll receive:** • Layered AI/SVG artwork • Rig-ready neutral & hero poses • Optimised SVG and transparent PNGs • CMYK hero files Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/graphicexpert9 I’m ready to start with the two neutral poses and confirm Gauge’s needle pivot in the first draft. Best regards, Jyoti
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Hello, I can hand-redraw Gauge and Flex as clean, structured vector characters, specifically prepared for animation rigging rather than simple auto-tracing. I’ll keep every required part independently editable with clean paths and exact colours. I can help with: Hand-drawn vector redraw — no auto-trace Fully separated, clearly named rigging layers Gauge needle with exact centre pivot Editable limbs, eyes, pupils, arms and other parts Optimised SVG, AI and transparent PNG exports Print-ready CMYK hero poses PORTFOLIO: https://www.freelancer.com/u/graphicmonster I can quote the neutral poses first, hero poses separately, plus an hourly rate for future poses. Send the references and I can start right away. Best Regards, Janki
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Hello, I get what you're after. I'll take those raster images of Gauge and Flex and redraw them by hand, focusing on clean lines and proper layering for animation rigging. This means every element, like Gauge's needle, will be a separate object with the right pivot point, making it easy to animate. I did this for another client recently, and they loved how it simplified their animation process. It’s all about creating something that not only looks great but also functions perfectly for your needs. To get this right, can you tell me what style or feel you want for the characters? Also, what’s the main animation you envision for them? Ramandeep K.
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As an incredibly skilled and experienced designer with over 10+ years in the industry, specializing in vector illustration and character/mascot art, I am confident that I can bring your Gauge and Flex mascots to life exactly as you envision them. My strength lies in my commitment to detail and manual redraw, ensuring clean paths necessary for effective rigging. This means understanding how a simple auto-trace won't cut it for an intricate job such as yours. Additionally, my proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and keen eye for layering and color matching will ensure that every single part of Gauge and Flex is independently selectable, editable, and represented in the exact colors you require. Moreover, optimization is my middle name - I know how important it is to deliver both functional and visually appealing designs. I have extensive experience creating optimized SVGs that exclude any raster-based elements. Rest assured, all the common technical aspects of this project such as creating layered source files, flat SVGs per pose, transparent background PNGs, print-ready CMYK vectors - all these are well within my repertoire.
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Hi there, I’m ready to work on your project “Hand-Redraw Vector Illustration & Rig-Ready Layering — 2 Mascot Characters (Gauge & Flex).” as per your requirements, I’m a professional graphic designer with a lots of experience in Graphic Design, 2D Animation, Creative Design Let’s connect to discuss your ideas in detail and bring your vision to life. You can view my portfolio and client reviews here: ✨ https://www.freelancer.com/u/KomalShaikh9200 Looking forward to collaborating with you! Thank you, Komal S
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Hey, I hope you're doing well. I’ve carefully reviewed the description of your "Hand-Redraw Vector Illustration " project and am eager to get started right away. With over 8 years of experience in the design industry, I specialize in a range of services including corporate identity, graphic design, logo design, and illustration. You can view examples of my previous work and read client testimonials through the following link: ? https://www.freelancer.in/u/InnovativeArt10 Warm regards, Janvi
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Hi, After reviewing your project details, I understand that you’re seeking support for “Hand-Redraw Vector Illustration & Rig-Ready Layering — 2 Mascot Characters (Gauge & Flex)”. I’m Hamza, a professional artist/designer with 10 years of experience, committed to delivering visually strong and reliable results. I’ve worked on comparable projects requiring Character Animation, Visual Design, Concept Art, Digital Art, Creative Design, 2D Animation, Illustration, Character Design, Graphic Design and Adobe Illustrator, using an organized process to ensure accuracy and creative quality. Please visit my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/LionConcepts My project execution plan would be: • Clear requirement discussion • First draft or concept • Revisions based on feedback • Final delivery I can meet your timeline while maintaining a strong balance between quality and cost. Looking forward to collaborating with you. Sincerely, Lion Concepts
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Hello there! My name is Rinu and I am an experienced graphic designer with a sharp focus on making your vision come to life. My skills in 2D animation, Adobe Illustrator, and Character Animation make me an ideal candidate for this project of converting your unique characters into clean, layered vector artwork ready for rigging. For example, my eight years of experience have honed my vector illustration ability, allowing me to manually redraw shapes as clean paths with the minimal anchor points essential for effective rigging. This project’s priority lies in hand-redrawing rather than auto-tracing and that's precisely what I'm trained in. As we collab on these two mascot characters - Gauge and Flex - I’ll ensure meticulous layer separation of all required parts, resulting in independently editable objects within named layer groups, right down to even separate pupils. Additionally, I understand the utmost importance of retaining the exact nature of Gauge's needle - being a separate object specifically rigged to rotate at angles. This point will be top of my mind when redrawing it. Please feel free to reach out so we can connect and explore how I can contribute to your project’s success. My Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/rinuart28 Looking forward to your response. Best regards, Pink Pony H.
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This only works if the files are built like assets for rigging rather than polished illustrations, especially with Gauge’s needle needing a true centre pivot and Flex’s arm sections needing independent sliding parts. I’d hand-redraw every shape from scratch, keep the paths clean and efficient, and make sure the neutral poses are delivered first as the priority set. I’ve worked on layered vector character artwork where editability, clean structure, and export reliability mattered more than just matching the source image. That matters here because the usual shortcut methods create messy stacked paths, clipped limbs, and bad pivots, which are exactly the issues your acceptance criteria are trying to avoid. I’d also keep the swatches global so future colour updates stay easy across the series. For the ongoing poses, my hourly rate would be 20 AUD/hr — do you already have a preferred SVG export standard for animation use, and should the hero poses match the neutral construction exactly where possible for easier reuse later?
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Hi I can hand-redraw your illustration into a clean, accurate, fully editable vector while preserving the original shapes and details, and prepare a properly organized, rig-ready file in Adobe Illustrator. Kundan
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As a qualified and experienced graphic designer skilled in Adobe Illustrator, I believe I'm the perfect match for converting your raster reference art into clean, layered vector illustrations. Over my 6-year career and numerous mascot design projects, I've honed my abilities in precisely adhering to detailed specifications, such as separate objects, named layers on a single artboard, and specific color values, just like what you've described for Gauge and Flex. My extensive experience with vector drawings for animation guarantees that every part of the characters will be its own editable object with clear paths and minimal anchor points. Adhering to the two essential rules you've outlined: no auto-trace and precise management of Gauge's needle pivot point will be seamlessly executed. I invite you to review my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Jneutron1237890 I would be happy to discuss your project requirements in detail and provide the most suitable solution for your needs. Budget and project timeline can be discussed through chat based on the scope and complexity of the work. Feel free to contact me at your convenience. I look forward to working with you. Best Regards, Jimmy B
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As a multi-dimensional freelancer who excels in various design disciplines, I believe my skillset truly aligns with your project requirements. With years of experience in 2D Animation and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, I have a strong foundation in vector illustration which will enable me to intricately convert your raster mascot characters into clean, hand-drawn vector artwork suitable for animation rigging. Moreover, my expertise in SVG optimization ensures efficient file sizes without compromising on image quality. This translates into crisp, flat, optimised SVGs that you require alongside layered source files and high-res transparent PNGs. An especially critical skill I bring to the table is meticulousness in layer separation. Understanding the need for precise rigging purposes, I can provide all parts of each character as their own independently editable object layered precisely as required. I believe this adherence to detail beautifully supplements your further prerequisites like separating all body parts, exact color swatches and correct positioning of the needle pivot for rotating at four fixed angles — none of which can be left to chance.
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With a comprehensive skill-set that ranges from 2D Animation to Adobe Illustrator, I am confident that I would be an exceptional fit for your project of hand-redrawing your mascot characters and making them rig-ready within Adobe Illustrator. Your articulated need for manual redrawn paths with minimal anchor points is right up my alley and something I've honed my skills on, paying high attention to details. Moreover, my broad expertise in character/mascot art and animation rig preparation puts me at the forefront of potential candidates for this job. My approach is always centered on delivering not just professional but also creative and innovative solutions, which aligns seamlessly with your vision of the characters. Lastly, as you mentioned that this is an ongoing series requiring more poses in the future, my availability backed by my affordable pricing yet premium quality work assures you of an engaged collaborator who will go the extra mile to ensure complete client satisfaction. Thank you for considering me and I look forward to discussing further about this exciting project.
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Hi , could you connect via chat ?
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Hi! I will hand-redraw Gauge and Flex using clean, manual vector paths (no auto-trace) to ensure low anchor counts and seamless rigging. I will help you in your Gauge’s needle will be fully isolated with its transform origin placed at the exact center of the dial for flawless rotation. Complete layer separation for all components, exact hex color matching, and 40px "sticker test" clarity. AI/.SVG, flat optimized SVGs, 2000px PNGs, and print CMYK files. You can check some of my previous work here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/GraphicZONE28 I’m ready to start immediately. Let’s discuss the details in chat. Best Regards Aastha
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Thanks for taking the time to review my proposal. I have looked over my notes regarding your graphic design needs, have created a proposal for your project which i feel meets them. As a freelance graphic designer,i am able to offer extremely competitive project rates without sacrificing quality. I have over 10 years of experience in providing graphic design sand a long list of satisfied customers. for more please check my below link: https://www.freelancer.in/u/articreations hope you will contact me and we will work together.
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