3D Character Modeller & Bambu Lab Printing Specialist (6 to 8-Week Project)

About the Project

We are a Hong Kong original character and collectibles brand. We are looking for an experienced freelance 3D designer to help turn our existing 2D character artwork into physical 3D-printed products.

This is an intensive 6 to 8-week project, starting as soon as possible, with a total budget of HK$40,000–45,000, depending on experience and agreed deliverables.

We are looking for someone who can independently handle 3D modelling, printing, testing and refinement using our Bambu Lab 3D printer and Bambu Studio.

Project Scope

1. 3D Character Models: Convert our existing 2D cartoon character designs into clean, editable, printable 3D models, simplifying details where necessary while preserving character appearance.

2. Clicker Keycaps (Highest Priority): Adapt existing commercially usable clicker mechanisms/housings (e.g. suitable MakerWorld designs), create custom Wacky Rogues character keycaps, and test fit and functionality. Also prepare selected existing keycap designs for printing.

3. 3D Figurines: Develop 1–2 small collectible character figurines suitable for FDM printing.

4. Paint Your Rogue: Develop simplified versions of 2–4 characters suitable for printing in white and painting by customers.

5. 3D Character Clickers: Develop small character-shaped products incorporating an existing mechanical clicker mechanism, including the necessary internal space and fitting.

6. Printing and Prototyping: Prepare print files, operate the Bambu Lab printer, troubleshoot issues, refine models and produce working physical samples.

Essential Requirements

- Proven hands-on experience using Bambu Lab 3D printers and Bambu Studio — mandatory.
- Strong 3D character modelling skills, ideally using Blender.
- Experience converting 2D artwork into physical 3D-printable models.
- Good understanding of FDM printing, tolerances, supports, assembly and functional parts.
- Ability to work independently, solve printing problems and iterate quickly.
- Based in Hong Kong and available for regular in-person prototyping sessions in Quarry Bay.
- Good English communication skills; Cantonese is preferred.

Deliverables and Timeline

- Start: As soon as possible, ideally October 2026.
- Mid-November: Working custom character keycaps and clicker prototypes.
- By 10 December 2026: Complete remaining development, physical prototypes and final files.

All models must be delivered with editable source files (preferably Blender), STL/3MF print files, Bambu Studio print profiles and clear printing/assembly instructions.

A complete file handover and practical knowledge-transfer session with our in-house designer are required.

The project will involve remote modelling work combined with regular visits to Quarry Bay to operate and test our 3D printer.

Application Requirements

Please provide:

- Portfolio showing relevant character modelling and 3D-printed products.
- Photographs of physical models you have personally printed.
- Details of the Bambu Lab printer models you have used.
- Your experience with Blender and Bambu Studio.
- Earliest availability and estimated time commitment during the project.