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Landor

Freelance Senior Designer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$50/hr

Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... ManvsMachine (3D motion design). About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world ...

Landor

Freelance Senior Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50/hr

Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... ManvsMachine (3D motion design). About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world ...

SYPartners

Freelance Studio Designer

New York, NY · On-site

Using the tools of strategy and design, we work alongside CEOs, leaders, and their executive teams ... Ability to work in 2D & 3D environments. * Excellent organizational, communication, and problem ...

Landor

Freelance Senior Designer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$50/hr

Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... ManvsMachine (3D motion design). About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world ...

SYPartners

Freelance Studio Designer

New York, NY

Using the tools of strategy and design, we work alongside CEOs, leaders, and their executive teams ... Ability to work in 2D & 3D environments. * Excellent organizational, communication, and problem ...

TBN

FREELANCE MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Freelance position based in TBN's Ft. Worth, TX, Studio Location Reports to: Director of Program ... Create and design compelling 2D and 3D motion graphics for broadcast * Utilize software such as ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Production Painter

Somerville, MA · On-site

$19.75 - $25.75/hr

VDA is a leading Experiential Event Design Agency specializing in 3D marketing and design for ... As we expand, we are seeking skilled freelance and part-time team members to support our production ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance CNC Operator

Somerville, MA · On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

VDA is a leading Experiential Event Design Agency specializing in 3D marketing and design for ... As we expand, we are seeking skilled freelance and part-time team members to support our production ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Production Carpenter

Somerville, MA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

VDA is a leading Experiential Event Design Agency specializing in 3D marketing and design for ... As we expand, we are seeking skilled freelance and part-time team members to support our production ...

Adidas

Senior Apparel Graphics Designer - MLS

Portland, OR · On-site

$108K - $115K/yr

Seek out new Design resources that can deliver world class results * Creating 3D concept ... External Creative Resources (agencies, freelancers, photographers, etc) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ...

Solomon Page

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80/hr

Work across both 2D and 3D design processes as needed * Support copywriting for advertising and ... freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve. About Solomon Page Founded in 1990 ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Event Associate

Somerville, MA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

VDA is a leading Experiential Event Design Agency specializing in 3D marketing and design for ... As we expand, we are seeking skilled freelance and part-time team members to support our warehouse ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 3D Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$30 - $45/hr

This freelance role is built for a well-rounded modeler who moves fluidly between realistic and ... Understands how visual design impacts player experience and gameplay flow. * Self-Direction: Able ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 3D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$30 - $45/hr

This freelance role is built for a well-rounded modeler who moves fluidly between realistic and ... Understands how visual design impacts player experience and gameplay flow. * Self-Direction: Able ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance 3d design in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Freelance 3D Designer, you need strong skills in 3D modeling, texturing, and rendering, often supported by a portfolio and knowledge of design principles. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Blender, Autodesk Maya, or 3ds Max, and sometimes certifications in these platforms, is highly valuable. Creativity, time management, and effective client communication are crucial soft skills that help you stand out. These abilities ensure you can deliver high-quality, client-focused work efficiently in a competitive freelance market.

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Freelance 3D designers often juggle several projects at once, which can make time management and prioritization challenging. Balancing competing deadlines, adapting to different client communication styles, and keeping up with revisions or feedback are common hurdles. Staying organized with project management tools and setting clear expectations with clients can help mitigate these challenges. Additionally, maintaining a consistent workflow and allocating time for ongoing skill development are important for long-term success.

What is a freelance 3D designer?

Freelance 3D designers are self-employed professionals who create three-dimensional digital models, animations, or visualizations for clients on a project-by-project basis. They work with various industries such as gaming, film, architecture, product design, and advertising, using specialized software like Blender, 3ds Max, or Maya. Unlike full-time employees, freelance 3D designers manage their own schedules, client relationships, and business operations, often working remotely and for multiple clients simultaneously.
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Freelance Senior Designer

Landor

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you?

We are Landor, part of WPP.

World-leading brand experts, 
underpinned by the most expansive strategic & creative capabilities in our category.

We make brands more valuable and less vulnerable.

We build brands differently. We work with our clients to define and solve their business problems through the lens of brand. We strategically join the dots between our design, experience, governance and measurement capabilities, and always connect our brand work to business outcomes. 

Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep Local (creative technologists) and ManvsMachine (3D motion design).

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

What you’ll do
You will deliver memorable storytelling, continuing to evolve and develop presentation techniques for the future. You demonstrate strategic and innovative thinking, creating ideas and assisting to develop and evaluate competitive design strategies and plans using your sophisticated understanding of aesthetics.  As a Designer, you will collaborate with peers, design counterparts and partner groups to ensure project design continuity across all areas of focus.

What you’ll need 

What we're looking for

  • A brand focused Senior Designer
  • 5+ years of experience working in design environments
  • Experience building brands either from scratch or as a brand refresh
  • Ability to identify and deliver exceptional creative design
  • Strong skillset in packaging design
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Outstanding technical skills with Adobe Creative Suite
  • Current design trend knowledge and skills
  • Familiarity with new media technology/software
  • Ability to collaborate confidently with team members
  • Passion for cracking tough strategic and design problems
  • Evidence of creative solutions that supports project goals.
  • A comprehensive portfolio

The freelance hourly rate for this position at the time of this posting may range from $50/hr-100/hr. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details. 

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

We build brands. We build futures. Landor, a WPP company, is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics, committed to a culture of respect where everyone belongs and can progress in their careers.

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