Okay, let’s tackle this. So Vaughan has 27 years of experience in the animation industry, which is a long time. He has worked in various roles, including owner and animator. Location is City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, which might affect the rate. Animation professionals with his level of experience, especially in South Africa, might charge lower rates compared to their international counterparts. However, considering his extensive experience and skills, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is lower than what I would expect for an international animator with similar experience, but higher than what I would expect for an entry-level animator in South Africa. Some animation professionals with similar experience might charge $150-$200 per hour, but Vaughan’s experience and skills are more specialized, so I’m estimating lower.