Hey Ben!
There's a guy in Asheville who is using an old version of Lightwave to make Car Dealership advertisements that he then leases to small dealerships and makes a KILLING! I talked to him about 2 years ago and he was considering freelancing an animator to make more spots.
http://horsepowerads.com/The thing is... he seems to have no budget for the animation... he kicks the stuff out very quickly- at least he says he does... the money all comes from the LEASE and customizing of the unique dealerships. I thought the guys entire approach was innovative, and it's pretty darned profitable for him... making ANNOYING TV spots that are a BIG step beyond what the dealer himself could do.
ANYWAYS- he wanted someone local...could it be you? Thought you should know.
PS- I have another innovation to our 'BENSLENS'... I call it 'Xtreme'... will share it soon!
PSS--- Look at the 'fisheye' effect in all the Horsepower spots... must be built in to Lightwave.