3D Case Taking Guide | The first step to start freelancing with your 3D skills

Why is now the best time for 3D designers to take on projects?

Have you ever thought that your current 3D skills are not just a hobby, but can also make money for you and even become a full-time job?

With the development of the gaming industry, animation, movie special effects, AR/VR and the metaverse, the global demand for 3D designers is rising rapidly. Many companies and studios have begun to outsource 3D model-related work. Common requirements include:

• 🎮 遊戲產業：角色建模、場景設計、遊戲動畫
• 🎥 動畫 & VFX：CG 動畫、電影特效、流體模擬
• 🌍 AR/VR & 元宇宙：3D 環境建模、虛擬商品設計
• 🏷️ 產品設計 & 廣告：3D 產品渲染、商業視覺設計

In other words, as long as you are a 3D designer, whether you prefer short-term projects or long-term collaborations, you can have a stable source of income by taking on freelance work. To help you promote your services and get cases more easily,Ficuz has created a platform exclusively for 3D designers, allowing you to find a job and sell services, all on one platform.

Global demand for 3D modeling and design outsourcing is growing explosively

From games to animations, from AR/VR to product advertisements, 3D design is almost everywhere.

according to Fortune Business Insights According to research by , the global 3D design market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 16.2% The rate of steady growth. This trend means that there will be more and more opportunities for 3D freelance work in the future.

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Image source: Fortune Business Insights – 3d-mapping-and-modeling-market-106003

Here are some examples:

• Game companies outsource character modeling to professional teams to speed up the development process
• When a brand launches a new product, it will commission a 3D designer to create advertising renderings.

For example, Original Force has provided 3D art services to Tencent, NetEase, Ubisoft, EA, Blizzard, etc., and has participated in the production of more than 1,000 games, including "Honor of Kings", "Naraka: Bladepoint" and "Baldur's Gate 3".

These cases prove that:3D is a professional skill, not just a creative tool.

A Beginner's Guide to Taking Cases: 3 Steps to Start Your 3D Freelance Case-Taking Life

① Create a 3D designer portfolio that attracts customers

Your portfolio is your showcase for getting projects.

Most clients on Ficuz will look at your portfolio first and then decide whether to contact you. So if you don’t already have a portfolio that clearly demonstrates your skills and style, this will be key to getting your first commission.

📌 推薦平台：

• ArtStation
• Behance
• Or upload your work directly to Ficuz and display it in the service package

📌 一個好作品集應該包含：

• High poly and low poly comparison
• Material and texture details
• If there is animation, please add skeleton or action display

💡 範例：

Assuming you are good at making game characters, it is recommended that your portfolio showcases the modeling process, high-poly details, texture processing, and even simple animated shorts, so that customers can see your professionalism at a glance.

🔗 延伸閱讀：Build your 3D portfolio from scratch: A complete tutorial for project takers

② Set a reasonable and competitive 3D project price

There is no single standard for pricing, but you can start thinking in these three ways:

• 🕒 時薪制
• 📦 套餐式服務包
• 🧾 單件計價

On Ficuz, we support the freedom to set "expected hourly wage" and "estimated hours", and you can also use "Find a Freelancer"Service package is put on the shelves (set meal system).

💡 範例：

“Beginners can start with small projects, for example, basic character modeling starts at NT$5,000. If rigging and simple animation are included, the price can increase to NT$8,000 to NT$10,000.”

As the number of reviews increases and your portfolio is optimized, you can gradually raise the price, or you can design more add-on items to expand your sense of value and flexibility.

🔗 延伸閱讀：The first step to doubling your income: learn to price your services correctly

③ Use the 3D case-taking platform Ficuz to find your first case

In Ficuz, you have two ways to start taking cases:

✅ Method 1: Take the initiative

Go toFind a job" section, actively apply for the projects released by the client. Remember to write a detailed proposal to let the other party know what problem you can solve.

✅ Method 2: Let the client come to you

arrive"Find a Freelancer"List your service package and attach the work and quotation. In this way, the client can contact you, place an order directly or ask questions after seeing it.

💡 小技巧：

“Remember to clearly list the service content (such as whether it includes textures, animations, rigging), delivery time frame and price in the service package. The clearer the information, the easier it is to gain trust and cooperation.”

Conclusion: 3D freelance work, you are actually ready

Whether you are a novice who has just started taking projects, or a professional designer who wants to expand your customer base,As long as you have works, processes and a platform, you can start to earn real income from taking on projects.

At Ficuz, you no longer need to send out resumes aimlessly or wait for opportunities to come to you. We simplify the "case acceptance process" and make "work exposure" transparent, allowing you to spend your energy on creation rather than looking for cases.

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