Freelance 3D Artist

This is a Freelance Job

The Refinery is an award-winning entertainment advertising agency based out of Los Angeles, CA. We work with all of the major studios producing social, digital, and print creative campaigns for theatrical, television & streamer clients.

We are looking for candidates who embody our core values – Refiners are talented, kind, client-focused, ego-free, and passionate. We work virtually but have maintained a culture where caring for each other remains a top priority. We still come together to celebrate – from fun team events to birthdays to our favorite holiday: Halloween! We work hard to make sure everyone feels like part of the team.

Enough about us, here’s what we’re looking for:

A Freelance 3D Artist to contribute to high-impact entertainment advertising projects as needed. When booked with us, you’ll collaborate closely with our in-house creative team to bring dynamic visual assets to life, integrating them into After Effects compositions and helping with broader motion graphics and visual development tasks.

Responsibilities:
• You will model, texture, and light 3D assets for use in motion graphics and design projects
• Apply basic animation techniques (object movement, camera moves) to enhance 3D scenes as needed
• Prepare and export assets (JPEGs, PNGs, OBJ files, etc.) for animation and compositing
• Collaborate with designers and producers across departments to meet creative goals

Requirements:
• Proficiency in Cinema 4D, Blender, Element 3D
• Solid understanding of basic animation functions within 3D software (keyframe animation, camera movement)
• Experience with After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Familiarity with digital formats and production pipelines for motion graphics
• Reliable, self-disciplined, and able to work independently

Bonus:
• Experience in the entertainment advertising or marketing industry
• Knowledge of third-party render engines (Redshift, Octane)
• Comfort with AE compositing and project prep for delivery

Salary Range:

$450-$800/day

Please note you will be asked to provide your freelance rate in the application process. Ultimately, the rate offered will depend on qualifications, years of relevant experience, and skillset. If your requirements fall outside the stated pay range, we still encourage you to apply.

Official working hours are 9:30 am–6:30 pm PST. However, hours can fluctuate depending on client requests, and may be staggered based on after-hours needs.

This position is remote and must be available to work on PST.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.