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Poszukiwany grafik 3D który wykona: - Base mesh (male i female mid poly) - Riggowanie + IK dla postaci - Mimikę (flex expresions - Z zgodą do użytku komercyjnego Oferta kierowana do grafików którzy pracują na 3ds max i blender. ENG: Looking 3d artist who perform: - Base mesh (male and female: mid poly) - Rigging + IK - Flex expresions - With copyright for Comercial use Ofert for artists using 3ds max and blender software

Hi Arsalan A., You've helped me before, starting some etabs projects. Can you please model this little bridge in etabs? Pls model with a 50mm timber deck element that allows easy application of live loads. I want to be able to determine rigging loads, and how lively the bridgedeck when walking furtherest away from the tower. I think this is 3-4hrs work, I would like it done in next 3 days please. Thanks Andy

A 3D modeller to enhance an existing 3D character, fix the body rig, and add facial blendshapes and visemes for lip-syncing. Additionally, the task involves rigging a piece of clothing (Baju Kebaya) to the body. The model needs to be cleaned up or redone to be suitable for a game by reducing the poly count and simplifying the rigging. The files provided include documentation for visemes, the blend file of the model, clothing files, and textures. Key requirements include: - Ensuring the character's poly count is appropriate for a game environment. - Tweaking the model's textures, if necessary, to balance quality and performance. - Making any adjustments to the rig and animations for optimal in-game performance. - Delivering the final optimized character in a format c...

I'm looking for a talented 3D modeler who's experienced in Maya to create a detailed 3D model with moderate level texturing and rigging. The primary purpose of the model is for product visualization. Requirements: - Proficiency in Maya for 3D modeling. - Ability to create detailed textures, aiming for a moderate level of detail, not hyper-realistic. - Experience in rigging for animation purposes. - Previous work in product visualization is a plus. Please provide samples of your previous work in Maya, and particularly any projects related to product visualization.

A music video title on a still frame. Title is in lego model, which I've made and exported in .dae file. 3 Characters designed in Illustrator, but needed to model into 3d and rig for animation. The model can be simplified, low poly, as it is meant to be like toy figure, same as the rigging and animation as well Animation idea: 3 characters are building the lego (which is the title), and they are at the last piece. At around 3-4 second, 3 of them look at the right side of the frame, shocked, and quickly push away the lego they built.

...to promote and sell our rigging hardware. The products we offer include shackles, turnbuckles, wire rope clips, and steel wire ropes We are company Based in china ?? and we need people who can find us Importers or suppliers of Rigging Hardware which are interested in Importing it from China. This is a commission based job Key responsibilities: - Actively engage with potential buyers from the construction, marine, and oil and gas industries to understand their needs and promote our range of rigging hardware. - Utilize your expertise in rigging hardware to provide suitable solutions to clients. - Drive to close sales and maintain strong relationships with clients for future business opportunities. Requirements: - Proven experience in sales, particularly in t...

We need an experienced 3d game artist to work alongside us. You will be working alongside 1 very experienced unity game developer who owns and is leading the project. If you want to apply please: 1) Send us a 1 minute video of you introducing yourself in english 2) Send us a link to your game art portfolio 3) If you do not follow these steps you will not be considered for this job Hours: anywhere from 10-40 hours a week. Start date probably 1 week to 1 month from now. We will task you with numerous tasks for a week and you will need to scale your hours to complete those tasks based on the week. We will continue conversation here before moving elsewhere.

I am looking for a proficient 3D designer to put life into a support character for my project. The ideal candidate will possess: - Proficiency in cartoon style 3D character design. - A robust understanding of character rigging for animation purposes. Key Project Aspects: - Develop a cartoon-style 3D model of a support character. - The project includes advanced rigging to prepare the 3D cartoon character for animation. Ideal Skills: - Deep understanding of 3D modeling, animation and rigging. - Extensive experience in cartoon-style 3D character design. This project calls for a creative individual who can design appealing, cartoon style 3D characters with an eye towards animation readiness.

I'm looking for a machine learning expert who can assist with 3D skeleton extraction and rigging, based on initial performance. Key Requirements: - Experience with 3D skeleton extraction and rigging - Strong background in machine learning Your main task will be to develop and refine machine learning models that can accurately extract and rig 3D skeletons, ensuring that the models are optimized for performance. Your input on how to enhance the performance of existing models will be highly valuable. Please apply if you have a proven track record in machine learning with experience in 3D skeleton extraction and rigging.

Helping rig a skeleton into objects and slowly figuring out how to expand to objects that aren't humanoid in shape.

...lobster in Maya, based on detailed instructions and 3D models that I will provide. The animation needs to be realistic in style, with a focus on two key movements: crawling and claw snapping. Key Requirements: - Rig and animate an American lobster in Maya. - The animation must be realistic in style. - Key movements include crawling and claw snapping. Ideal Skills: - Expertise in 3D animation and rigging within Maya. - Experience with creating realistic animal animations. - Attention to detail and ability to follow provided instructions. The project will also require the freelancer to: - Understand and interpret the provided 3D models correctly. - Communicate effectively to ensure the animations meet my expectations. - Ensure that the animations for crawling and claw snapping a...

I'm seeking talented Korean Blender artists to create high-resolution 3D models of fantasy-themed action figures. The key details of this project are as follows: - Level of Detail: I'm looking for high-resolution models, so attention to detail is key. - Artic...Modelling Expertise: A strong portfolio of previous 3D modelling projects, especially in the realm of action figures or fantasy themes. Portfolio should well showcase the previous works - Attention to Detail: As these figures are high-resolution, it is crucial that the artist is meticulous in their FBX files with dimesions mentioned for printing (10 inches in height Max)NO animation or rigging required. Please send in your entries and hop in for the initial discussion. I have attached some sample files . PLease ta...

I'm in need of an experienced professional who can rig my 3D models and adjust some details in need (like texture, number of triangles...) for a game called Zepeto. The price will be 4$ for each model (price is negotiable). Key requirements include: - Expertise in rigging 3D models using Blender If you have a deep understanding of these areas, I'd be happy to discuss the project further with you.

... lights, and composes CG Robot and Alien and creates custom Voices for the video 3D Robot & Alien characters. You will need to help me create any needed AI access and License accounts. I am seeking a proficient developer to create an AI-based tool that automatically animates, lights and composes CG characters into a live-action scene using AI and Machine learning. Using all the proper rigging of the the 3D Characters. I'm also needing you to create an AI-powered video dubbing feature for this software that can operate smoothly on Windows OS. This software should have the capability to dub videos into over 100 languages, making it a tool of immense value for content creators, filmmakers, and marketers looking to reach a global audience. I will need other features...

...executed. The robot arm will need to move, and the sensors will have to show their field of views (FOV). This will illustrate the fields of what our safety solution sees. - Experience: Ideally, you have a strong background in mechanical design or a related field. Prior experience in animating mechanical is preferred. - Skills: Proficiency in Blender is a must. Strong understanding of 3D modeling, rigging, texturing, lighting, and rendering to bring the mechanical parts to life is crucial. - Detail Required: The final output should be realistic although does not need to be a side-by-side indistinguishable representation of a real robot in motion. Does not need to be photo realistic. Your ability to maintain the integrity of mechanical functions while injecting life through an...

...to scale down my Red Hat OpenShift configuration currently running on AWS. The primary tasks involve reducing: - Application instances: Currently, I have 1-5 instances running, and I need to scale it down to a single instance. - Compute resources: The reduction should align proportionately with the decrease in application instances. This is an IBM Maximo Application Suite installation that was done with a AWS Marketplace Template "IBM Maximo Application Suite (BYOL)". The template built all the instances (9 including 3 master, 3 worker and 3 workerocs (using m5.2Xlarge and m5.4xlarge) along with a bootnode and bastionhost) and the volumes (26 of them with 6.23 TB of storage being used) and it is way overkill for just using as a sandbox to learn in and educat...

The objective of this project is to create a 3D character using Blender software. The character is a chocolate drop with arms but no legs (Should be the same as the reference). The project encompasses modeling, rigging, and skinning phases. Sliders will be required. 1.- Modeling: Create the chocolate drop shape only in quads polys. Ensure the character's proportions are visually appealing and consistent with the concept. 2.- Rigging: Develop an internal skeleton for the character to enable animation. Establish control points for the arms and the body to facilitate movement and manipulation. 3.- Skinning: Ensure that the skinning process results in natural-looking deformations during animation. Deliverables: Final project file in Blender format. Also FBX and DAE. Ti...

...video. - Experiencia en Subtitulado: Se requiere experiencia previa en subtitulado para asegurar la correcta sincronización de los subtítulos con el video, manteniendo un ritmo apropiado y coherente. - Herramientas: Es imprescindible el manejo de software de subtitulado como Aegisub o Workshop para llevar a cabo este proyecto con eficiencia y calidad. el trabajo tendria que estar en 3 dias como maximo no hay que editar videos, simplemente es subtitular un video que ya esta al español....

I require a skilled 3D artist to create and rig a character in Blender. - Style: The character will ...will be based on a Photoshop file I will provide. - Modeling: You will need to accurately translate the design from the Photoshop file into a 3D model. - Rigging: The character should be properly rigged for animation. This includes creating rig controls for basic movements such as walking and running, as well as facial expressions. Ideal skills for this project include proficiency in Blender, experience with character modeling and rigging, and attention to detail. A good eye for both realistic and cartoon design elements is also crucial. Note: Please provide a portfolio or samples of your previous character design and rigging work. At the end of the project ...

...'Spider-Sona' character to life. The character should be designed in a low detail, cartoonish style. Key Requirements: - The character will be used for video games, so the created model should be optimized for real-time rendering. - Full body rigging is needed for the character to be animated in various game scenarios. - The design should be fun and engaging, suitable for a cartoon-themed video game. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g. Blender, Maya, 3ds Max) - Experience with character design and animation rigging - Prior work in the gaming industry or creating assets for games - A strong portfolio showcasing similar, cartoonish-styled characters. The successful candidate will be able to transform a concept into a uni...

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I'm seeking a Blender modeller who can create a highly detailed, high-poly motorcycle model for me. Here are the key elements of what I'm looking for: - A detailed, realistic model of a motorcycle in high poly. ...seeking a Blender modeller who can create a highly detailed, high-poly motorcycle model for me. Here are the key elements of what I'm looking for: - A detailed, realistic model of a motorcycle in high poly. - The model should be armed with complex rigging for animation. Freelancers with prior experience in Blender modelling, specifically within the sphere of high-poly, complex rigged models, will be preferred. Ability to create detailed, realistic models and a keen attention to detail are both must-have skills. In addition, experience with rigging ...

I'm in need of an experienced 3D animation artist to rig and skin characters for a video game. Key Requirements: I am working on an indie project, its an open world survival craft game. I already have most of the animations ready, but hands need to be changed. Male to Female So just rig and skin the female skin mesh to the same bones as the ma...need of an experienced 3D animation artist to rig and skin characters for a video game. Key Requirements: I am working on an indie project, its an open world survival craft game. I already have most of the animations ready, but hands need to be changed. Male to Female So just rig and skin the female skin mesh to the same bones as the male. apply if you have experience in First Person Hands Rigging ...

You must be a skilled 3D artist to create a realistic 3D Test character animation that will be used for my video that will be edited on Wonder Studio. The character must look real and have full rigging. the 3D character must be bigger than me so it does not cause blurring around the edges in Wonder Studio. I will send pictures for dimensions the character of the test subject. I will need variations and adjustments of the character made until I am happy with the 3D character design. You will need to send me the sample of the test 3D character and it needs to look real. You will need to show me how to use Wonder Studio and show my what apps or plugins are needed and assist me with the Wonder Studio tests. The Robot must look great and look 100% real. The robot design must work perfec...

Please send me samples of your most realistic looking 3D robot characters. I need a professional Real looking 3D Robot Character with Rigging made. The robot character I'm looking for will be fully moveable with facial features that work If my design includes that and will be utilized for video animations in Wonder Studio, so the design should be able to accommodate all range of movements. I will provide ideas to help you design the 3D robot character I need. Key Requirements: - Create a real looking 3d robot that is 100% unique and original visually appealing, realistic 3D humanoid robot character - Rig the character for full range of motion and flexibility - Design the robot to be able to perform a wide variety of realistic movements including walking, running, and jumping...

...3D Character Animator and Rigger. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their expertise in character design, rigging, and animation. You will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D character animations for our upcoming projects. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines. Responsibilities: - Develop and implement 3D character designs - Create and rig characters for animation - Animate characters using industry-standard software (up to 24 animations) - Collaborate with the team to ensure a consistent visual style Requirements: - Professional in 3D character design, rigging, and animation (The required character - a monkey - is suitable for children) - Strong understanding of ana...

I'm in need of an experienced character rigger who's adept in Blender. The ideal candidate will b...rigger who's adept in Blender. The ideal candidate will be able to create intermediate level character rigs, focusing on complex movements and facial expressions. This is a long term opportunity, so I'm looking for a professional who's willing to work with me over time and deliver consistent, high-quality results. Key requirements: - Proficiency in Blender - Extensive experience with character rigging - Ability to create intermediate level character rigs - Strong understanding of complex movements and facial expressions This job is perfect for someone who enjoys building detailed character rigs and has the skills to bring them to life. If you fit the bill, ...

I'm in need of an experienced animator who can handle the rigging and animation of 1-3 realistic characters. Key Responsibilities: - Rigging and animating 1-3 characters in a realistic style - Ensuring smooth and fluid movement - Meeting project deadlines Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in character rigging and animation - Strong portfolio demonstrating realistic character animation - Ability to work collaboratively and take direction Please provide examples of your previous work.

I'm on the lookout for a talented Blender expert to assist in rigging and animating an animal character. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of animating in Blender, particularly with animal models. Key Requirements: - Proficiency in Blender, ideally with a strong portfolio of animal character animations - Ability to rig and animate an animal character performing intermediate actions like jumping and flying - Understanding of character movement and animation principles The final deliverable should be a fully rigged and animated animal character with smooth, believable movements as it jumps and flies. Please include relevant samples of your previous work in your bid.

charcter is in unity 3d I need to just move the bones very slightly its a very small detail of the character. will show examples. I'm seeking an experienced 3D modeler with a specific focus on character rigging and anatomy correction to fix the arms, legs, and spine of my 3D character. The specific problems weren't detailed, so I'm looking for someone capable of assessing and fixing any issues observed within these areas including but not limited to rigging issues, joint deformities, and animation limitations. Ideal Skills: - Proficient in 3D modeling and rigging - Strong understanding of anatomy - Problem-solving skills - Experience in character corrections and deformity repair - Ability to work with minimal instructions Your task will be to identi...

...que buscamos deberá tener habilidades sólidas en la creación de modelos y animaciones 3D, así como un profundo conocimiento de las capacidades y técnicas de Unreal Engine 5.1. Responsabilidades: - Crear modelos 3D detallados y realistas de personajes, objetos y entornos según las especificaciones del proyecto. - Desarrollar animaciones fluidas para personajes y objetos utilizando técnicas de rigging y animación. - Colaborar estrechamente con el equipo de desarrollo para integrar modelos y animaciones en Unreal Engine 5.1 y garantizar su funcionamiento óptimo en el motor del juego. - Realizar iteraciones y ajustes según las retroalimentaciones recibidas del equipo creativo y de desarrollo. Esta instancia ser...

I'm looking for a skilled developer to create a P2P program specifically designed for Binance M...would be a big plus. If you have the skills and experience to develop this program, please bid with details on your relevant experience and approach to this project. Quisiera desarrollar un programa automatico que me permita competir con anuncios en el apartado P2P de binance, el programa debe tener capacidad de mantener mi anuncio en una posición fija sin ningún limite, posición fija con limite maximo, poder filtrar por banco, cantidad de compra, monto a aumentar, elegir posición en la tabla de acuerdo al filtro etc, adjunto pdf de otro programa del mercado parecido al que se requiere, ese fue desarrollado en Python, la idea no es hacer el mismo si no...

...for object rigging within a Roblox project. The model is for a watch. It has already been modelled fine but I believe that it is missing a wrap layer (cage mesh & reference mesh) because when I try to attach it in-game, it looks like it is not rigged correctly and doesn’t follow the hand of the avatar. I can send you a UGC zip that includes the OBJ file etc, but most importantly I can send you a Roblox world that has both the avatars and the watch on hand, so you can also extract them from there. The model is intended to be uploaded as a gift for people who complete certain tasks in my own world (need final fbx format with mesh etc) Please, only people with proven experience on Roblox accessories. Will ask to verify and walk me through the process. If you're ...

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...automotive design experience to elevate our existing STL model of a shuttle car. Our goal is to achieve a hyper-realistic aesthetic that will captivate potential investors for an explainer video. Key points: We have a finalized STL model of the shuttle car (dimensions and mechanisms are locked). Your focus should be on enhancing the interior and exterior for a realistic appearance. Bonus points for rigging the model and creating a short animation to showcase the shuttle car in action. Please include a link to your automotive design portfolio for review. ...

Project Details : We are working on an open-world survival game, and we need to change the FPS hands of our main character (from male to female). We already have a new updated hand model (rigged). We already have a few animations done, but we will need more. Ideal skills and experience for this project include: - Proficiency in 3D modeling and rigging, especially for first person hand animations - Understanding and experience in creating realistic human hands in a 3D environment - Previous experience in first person hand animation is important - Attention to detail for realistic hand gestures and movements - ability to collaborate and communicate effectively for any adjustments needed. Please bid with related work.

I am seeking an experienced 3D animator to professionally rig a human character for use in an educational content series. Key details: - Purpose: The 3D character will be used in educational animations - Audience: The content is universal and intended for all age groups with no limitations - Skillset: Expertise in character rigging for a range of movements and expressions Ideal candidates will have experience in rigging characters for animation, specifically in an educational setting. Please provide any related work samples. Your capability to create life-like, smooth movements for the 3D character throughout the series is paramount. Knowledge of animation best practices and a creative mindset are essential for this project. Looking forward to your applications.

I'm seeking a patient and knowledgeable guide to provide one-on-one mentoring in Autodesk Maya for...incorporates a high level of realism. Key Responsibilities: - Provide guidance, particularly in modeling, animation, and rendering in Autodesk Maya. - Help me bring my vision to life, including creating realistic 3D characters and a model based on an AI reference image I have. Desired Expertise: - Advanced knowledge of Autodesk Maya - Experience in educational 3D animation - Skills in character rigging, particle effects, and lighting and shadows to enhance the realism of the animation. By the end of this project, I hope to have both a completed animation and improved proficiency in Autodesk Maya. Here is the ai reference photo below that I want to bring to life using Autod...

I am looking for an expert in character rigging, You will have to model and rig the character attached in the image to make it expressive and can talk and dance. The rigging is preferably done in Maya but I’m open to using other software like blender. The character should have a good FK and IK switch system. It should have parameters to ease the animation process. There should be no skinning nor geometry problems on the character. The rig should be simple yet advanced enough for a wide range of motion. The freelancer must provide the source files plus a short document explaining how the rig should be used. Good luck!

...professional rigging services for a character model I have developed and would appreciate your expertise in this project. Below are the detailed specifications required: 1. Body and Face Rigging: • Skeleton Creation: Develop a comprehensive and accurate skeletal rig that matches the anatomy of my character to ensure natural movement patterns. • Facial Rigging: • Blend Shapes: Create 150 facial blend shapes to achieve a wide range of expressions and emotions. • Facial Motions: Implement 52 facial motions compatible with the ARKit specifications from Apple. This will include all necessary visemes, expressions, and other facial movements as dictated by the ARKit framework. • 2. Clothing and Dynamics: • Clothing Rigging: The

I need a skilled anime character designer who can make some adjustment...with basketball skills and clothing) needs adjusting in areas such as skin, hair, clothing, facial expressions, and shoes. - The desired style for the design is exactly as per reference described in contest PDF file - The final design should be fully rigged in Maya, as it's intended for use in video game development. Ideal Skills: - Proficiency in anime character design - Experience in Maya rigging! - Ability to take creative direction and adjust an existing design to meet specific requirements - Understanding of Chibi/Cute style in anime design - Previous work on characters for video games/animation movies would be a plus Please note that the starting point for the character will be a free basic .ma fi...

I'm looking for a skilled game de...provided model for the entirety of the game. Key tasks for the project include: - Replacement of Kratos with my custom FBX model across all game scenes and sequences. - The model requires appropriate rigging to fit Kratos size and proportions, in addition to correct skin weights rigging. - No additional modifications like scale adjustments, texture enhancements, or animation tweaks are needed. Ideal candidate should have: - Proven experience in game development and character modeling. - Knowledge of God of War 4 structure and modding. - Competency in FBX format and 3D character rigging. Note: The successful application of this task does not require any changes to gameplay, combat sequences, or cutscenes apar...

Title: Create a family of 10 - 3D Characters, Sketching, Rig, Texture I'm in nee...and consistent cartoon characters. - The characters should have: - Neutral/default poses for general scenes - A set of dynamic poses for action scenes - Facial expressions for animation - The style should be consistent and suit a family of characters. - Deliverables should be in a format suitable for animation. Description: I want a family of 10 members - 3D Characters, Sketching, Rigging & Texturing. Budget Per Character: 2500/- to 3500/- Max Timelines: 2 Weeks Maximum Reference: Note: Budget is fixed, there is a very room to be flexible so I humbly request if your expectation is higher than this then please don't ping.

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I'm looking for a skilled 3D modeler who can help me create character models for a cartoon-style animation project. Key Requirements: - Your primary focus will be on character modeling and texturing for animation purposes - You should have a solid understanding of the principles...cartoon-style characters is preferred Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max) - Strong understanding of animation principles - Previous experience working on similar projects, with a strong portfolio to showcase your skills Deliverables: - Completed 3D models of characters suitable for animation in a cartoon style - Textured and ready for rigging If you're a talented 3D modeler with a passion for character design and animation, I'...

I'm in need of a professional who can take an image and render it into a realistic 3D model with rigging for animation purposes. This model should be created with the following specifics in mind: - Created specifically for animation. - The model should have a realistic appearance. - Compatibility with Blender is a must. The perfect candidate for this task would be well-versed in image rendering, animation programming, and experienced in using Blender for 3D model creation. They should have an excellent eye for details to ensure the model has a realistic vibe. The completed model should be ready for use in animations. Experience in making models for realistic animation would be a big plus.

...Alongside characters, I also require the creation of themed environments. These should complement the character designs and also be realistic and detailed. Rigging for Animation: - Basic Rigging Needed: While full rigging isn't required, I do need the 3D models to be rigged for basic movements. This will be mainly for simple animations, so the rigging can be kept relatively straightforward. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in 3D Modelling: Extensive experience in creating 3D models, particularly in an anime style. - Attention to Detail: The ability to deliver realistic and detailed designs is crucial. - Rigging: Prior experience in rigging for animation, even if just basic, will be a plus. If you're a talented 3D modeller ...

Desarrollar un centro de costo multiempresa (Maximo 4) El cual permita ingresar Fecha / Concepto / Monto Forma de Pago / Afecto IVA / asignarlo a la o las empresas que correspondan, si es mas de una empresa que haga el calculo automático de cual es el aporte de cada empresa