Remote 3D Surface Modeler (Rhino/NURBS) – Part Time

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacques Marie Mage is seeking a freelance 3D Surface Modeler in Los Angeles to translate jewelry concepts into refined Rhino models and clean NURBS geometry. The role requires 2–3 in-office days per week for design meetings and the option to work remotely, totaling 20 hours per week.

Candidates should have a background in Automotive/Transportation/Industrial Design, mastery of Rhino and NURBS, and strong rendering skills (KeyShot).

Qualifications

• Background in Automotive Design, Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or a related discipline; experience in Automotive surfacing or Class-A modeling preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Rhino and NURBS surface modeling.
• Exceptional understanding of 3D form, proportion, curvature, and surface continuity.
• Strong ability to construct and manage complex organic surfaces.
• Experience rebuilding or reverse-engineering mesh geometry into clean NURBS surfaces.
• Proficiency in KeyShot or similar rendering software, with the ability to produce high-quality, photorealistic product renderings.
• High attention to detail and ability to accurately interpret design intent.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently as a freelance contractor.

Responsibilities

• Translate existing jewelry designs and 3D concepts into highly refined Rhino 3D models.
• Rebuild complex polygon/mesh models into clean, high-quality NURBS geometry
• Develop and refine complex surfaces, transitions, profiles, and details, resolving geometric issues while preserving the original design intent.
• Ensure accuracy in proportion, surface construction and continuity, and overall form.
• Collaborate with the in‑house designer to review and refine geometry throughout the modeling process.
• Prepare clean, accurate, and organized Rhino 3D files for handoff to Product Development and manufacturing partners.
• Produce high-quality KeyShot renderings of 3D models for internal design reviews and presentations.
• Create accurate 2D technical drawings and specifications based on finalized 3D models.

Skills

3D surface modeling

Attention to detail

Independent freelancer

Collaborative design

Education

Automotive/Transportation/Industrial Design background

Tools

Rhino

NURBS

KeyShot

Job description

Jacques Marie Mage is seeking a freelance 3D Surface Modeler in Los Angeles to translate jewelry concepts into refined Rhino models and clean NURBS geometry. The role requires 2–3 in-office days per week for design meetings and the option to work remotely, totaling 20 hours per week.

Candidates should have a background in Automotive/Transportation/Industrial Design, mastery of Rhino and NURBS, and strong rendering skills (KeyShot).