Catena is now Pearl Talent! Same mission, new name.
We connect you with the top 3D animators. Pre-vetted, AI-trained, and placed fast.






Creates scroll-stopping social animations and Lottie-based web interactions for wellness and beauty brands selling direct-to-consumer. Pairs After Effects output with Figma handoff documentation so engineering teams can implement motion specs without guesswork.

Specializes in character rigging and physics-based animation within Blender pipelines, with a focus on real-time rendering for interactive media. Comfortable managing shot lists independently and syncing deliverables with art directors across multiple time zones.

Produces broadcast-quality motion graphics and 3D composites for fintech product videos and live-event overlays. Works fluidly between After Effects, Blender, and DaVinci Resolve to deliver assets that hold up on screens from mobile to stadium.

Specializes in kinetic typography and UI motion systems for product launches across gaming and retail brands. Comfortable owning the full post-production pipeline from storyboard to final render in After Effects and Cinema 4D.

Craft-driven 3D Motion Designer with 5 years of editorial animation, title-sequence work, and music-video-influenced design. Brings the design taste needed for brand-led animation programs.

3D Motion Designer with 6+ years of explainer-video work, kinetic typography, and brand storytelling pieces. Built for marketing teams that need animated content as a working channel, not a one-off.

3D Animator with 4+ years delivering animated content for brand campaigns, product launches, and editorial channels. Brings a polish-first style anchored in tight craft and clean storytelling.

CG Animator with 6 years of experience across consumer and B2B animation projects in venture-backed and agency settings. Pairs production speed with the eye of someone who actually likes the craft.

Pragmatic 3D Animator bringing 5+ years of design-system animation, Lottie production, and UI animation work. Operates well alongside product designers and engineers on shared animation specs.

We keep our talent pool tight. Every candidate has cleared our vetting process and completed our AI training program before they're available to you.

Our talent completes a 5-week AI training program where they learn to use AI for research, communication, operations, and reporting. They're not learning on your time - they show up ready.

Book a call today, interview pre-vetted candidates tomorrow. No waiting weeks for sourcing or screening.

From first call to signed offer in under a week. We've cut the typical 2-month hiring cycle down to days.
Our Premium White-Glove Service Starts At $3,000 Per Month, Offering 60% Cost Savings Compared To Us-Level Talent While Maintaining The Same Quality Standards. This Includes Comprehensive Managed Services, Ongoing Support, And Training.
The Entire Process From Initial Requirements To Starting Work Typically Takes 13-21 Days, Significantly Faster Than Traditional Hiring Processes While Ensuring Quality Matches Through Our Rigorous Vetting Process.
Yes, We Focus On Long-Term Partnerships With A 90%+ Retention Rate Approach. We Offer Our 90-Day Talent Guarantee With Free Replacements And Focus On Candidates Looking For Long-Term Career Growth Rather Than Transactional Hiring.
Focus On Portfolio Quality, Relevant Experience, Technical Expertise, And Creative Problem-Solving Abilities. Our Talent Comes From Top Studios And Agencies With Proven Track Records.
Pearl Talent Connects You With Top-Tier 3D Animators From Our Exclusive Global Networks, Ensuring You Access The Best Skills Regardless Of Geographical Limitations While Maintaining Us-Level Quality Standards.
Include Specific Design Requirements, Software Proficiency Needs, Project Scope, Style Preferences, And Portfolio Examples That Demonstrate The Quality And Approach You Need.