Part-Time 3D Modeler — Klerksdorp Office

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 276,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Diverse creative projects

Professional studio environment

Collaborative team

Located in Klerksdorp

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled 3D Modeler for a part-time position in Klerksdorp. You will craft high-quality 3D assets—characters, props, and environments—working with the art director to meet project specs in a creative studio setting.

You will optimize for real-time rendering, apply textures, and ensure assets fit the project’s visual style. The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and delivering polished assets in a dynamic production pipeline.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional 3D modeling experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D packages (Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, ZBrush).
• Experience with PBR workflows and texture painting.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models from concept art or references.
• Optimize models for real-time rendering and game engine integration.
• Apply textures and materials to achieve high visual fidelity.
• Collaborate with art team to maintain style and technical constraints.
• Participate in asset reviews and implement feedback.

Skills

2+ years experience

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Topology

UV mapping

PBR workflows

Part-time

Tools

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled 3D Modeler for a part-time position in Klerksdorp. You will craft high-quality 3D assets—characters, props, and environments—working with the art director to meet project specs in a creative studio setting.

You will optimize for real-time rendering, apply textures, and ensure assets fit the project’s visual style. The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and delivering polished assets in a dynamic production pipeline.