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The Assassin
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Anonymous
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3D Asset Creator
AMER
Location
$65,000
Salary
$31/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
Approval Rating
Proficient in both static and dynamic model creation, catering to diverse stylistic approaches.
Camera Configuration
The King
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Anonymous
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Public
3D Environment Artist
AMER
Location
$75,000
Salary
$36/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
Focused on developing immersive environments with a keen eye for detail and atmosphere.
Texture Development
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Treasure Hunter
3D Model Designer
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$72,000
Salary
$35/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Expert in creating detailed models and optimizing assets for game engines.
Featured Skills
Character Rigging
The Esper
3D Character Artist
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
Approval Rating
Specialized in character modeling with a strong focus on stylized forms and high-quality textures.
Featured Skills
3D Modeling
The King
3D Environment Artist
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$75,000
Salary
$36/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
Focused on developing immersive environments with a keen eye for detail and atmosphere.
Featured Skills
Texture Development
The General
3D Animation Specialist
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$80,000
Salary
$38/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
Approval Rating
Skilled in character animation and rigging, with experience in various animation software.
Featured Skills
Architectural Visualization
The Jester
Lead 3D Artist
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
96%
Approval Rating
Experienced in team leadership and creative direction, with a knack for striking visual styles.
Featured Skills
Animation Techniques
The Brawler
3D Model Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$95,000
Salary
$46/hr
Hourly Rate
87%
Approval Rating
Combines technical expertise with artistic vision to oversee model production from concept to final asset.
Featured Skills
Lighting Setup
The Wild Child
3D Rigging Artist
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$60,000
Salary
$29/hr
Hourly Rate
85%
Approval Rating
Expert in character rigging and skinning, focusing on optimizing movement and performance.
Featured Skills
Asset Integration
The Gambler
3D Texture Artist
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$70,000
Salary
$34/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
Approval Rating
Highly skilled in texture mapping and material creation for realistic 3D models.
Featured Skills
Physics Simulation
The Assassin
3D Asset Creator
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$65,000
Salary
$31/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
Approval Rating
Proficient in both static and dynamic model creation, catering to diverse stylistic approaches.
Featured Skills
Camera Configuration
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<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">3D Modeling Tasks</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating detailed character models for animations.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing realistic textures using Substance Painter.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Building architectural visualizations for real estate projects.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing props for video games or films.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Animation and Rigging</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Rigging characters for smooth animation workflows.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Animating character movements and expressions.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating walk cycles for humanoid characters.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing physics simulations for natural movements.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Rendering and Output</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Setting up lighting for optimal visual impact.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Configuring camera angles for cinematic shots.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Rendering scenes in various resolutions and formats.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Post-processing rendered images for enhanced quality.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Collaboration and Feedback</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Conducting client reviews to align on project direction.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Integrating feedback to refine 3D models and animations.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Collaborating with artists and developers on asset integration.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Preparing assets for game engine integration like Unity.</div></div>

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