Nonprofit
Published 9/27/25 9:42AM

🎬 Be Part of the Magic: Create a 3D Kids’ Show That Changes Lives

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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Expected commitment is flexible, about 3–5 hours per week over 8–10 weeks, with openness to feedback, timely draft submissions, and a collaborative spirit to help S & S Foundation Inc. achieve its mission of preventing youth homelessness.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Education, Financial Literacy & Personal Finance, Housing & Homelessness, Veterans

    Description

    🎬 Be Part of the Magic: Create a 3D Kids’ Show That Changes Lives

    Help bring Sherry & Samara’s Savings Saga to life! We’re creating a 30-minute 3D animated pilot based on the children’s book, produced by S & S Foundation Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to preventing youth homelessness among other goals such as financial literacy, family empowerment, and creating stable futures. This project will use fun, adventurous storytelling to teach kids the value of saving, planning, and dreaming big.

    Responsibilities

    • Collaborate on storyboarding, character design, and/or environment design.
    • Animate scenes based on script and theme jingle (provided).
    • Add magical, adventurous, and fun touches that make the story engaging for kids.
    • Sync animation with approved voiceovers and music.
    • Communicate progress and share drafts for feedback.

    Qualifications

    • Basic to advanced skills in 2D or 3D animation (Blender, Maya, After Effects, etc.).
    • Creativity and ability to design colorful, kid-friendly visuals.
    • Ability to work independently and meet flexible deadlines.
    • Open to students, interns, and hobbyists looking to build a portfolio.
    • Passion for storytelling, children’s media, or nonprofit causes.

    What You’ll Gain

    • Portfolio credit for your work on a nonprofit pilot episode.
    • Acknowledgment in episode credits and promotional materials.
    • Recommendation letter from S & S Foundation leadership.
    • The chance to use your talents to make a real impact—helping children and families through financial literacy, youth homelessness prevention, and other community-building goals.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    PO BOX 181334, TALLAHASSEE, Florida, US

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    Instructions:

    To apply, please share:

    • Work Samples: At least 1–2 examples of past animation, illustration, or design work (links to YouTube, Vimeo, ArtStation, portfolio site, or Google Drive).
    • Short Bio: (optional) Highlight relevant experience, studies, or personal projects.
    • Statement of Interest: A few sentences on why you’d like to work on Sherry & Samara’s Savings Saga and what excites you about supporting S & S Foundation Inc.’s mission of preventing youth homelessness among other goals.
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