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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight remote SketchUp designer?

To excel as an Overnight Remote SketchUp Designer, you need strong 3D modeling skills, proficiency in architectural or interior design principles, and experience using SketchUp software, often backed by a relevant degree or portfolio. Familiarity with SketchUp Pro, LayOut, and potentially rendering plugins like V-Ray or Enscape is typically required. Excellent time management, attention to detail, and effective remote communication skills help set top performers apart. These abilities are crucial for delivering accurate, high-quality designs within tight deadlines while collaborating effectively in a remote work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by overnight remote SketchUp professionals, and how can they be managed?

Overnight remote SketchUp professionals often face challenges such as maintaining effective communication with daytime teams and managing tight deadlines due to time zone differences. It's important to establish clear channels for feedback and project updates, often using collaborative tools like Slack or Trello. Setting expectations for deliverables and proactively addressing any questions before the overnight shift can help ensure smooth workflow. Additionally, self-discipline and effective time management are essential to stay productive during non-traditional hours.

What is an overnight remote SketchUp?

Overnight Remote SketchUp jobs are positions where professionals use SketchUp, a 3D modeling software, to create or edit designs during overnight hours while working remotely. These roles are often found in architecture, interior design, construction, or engineering firms that require round-the-clock project progress or serve clients in different time zones. Employees may work from home or another remote location, collaborating virtually with teams and clients. Common tasks include creating detailed 3D models, revising plans, and preparing visualizations for presentations. This setup offers flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to global projects.
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SketchUp & 3D Rendering Specialist (Freelance)

KSI

Des Moines, IA • Remote

Contractor

Posted 16 hours ago

Posted today

Job description

Salary: $100/hour

Freelance / Contract SketchUp & 3D Rendering Specialist Immediate Need

Location: Remote in the United States Iowa or Midwest preferred

Type: Freelance / 1099 Contract immediate start, ongoing engagement

Compensation: $100/hour, DOE (billed by project/hours)


About the Opportunity

A well-established Midwest manufacturer of strength-training and fitness equipment serving colleges, universities, and high schools nationwide needs a freelance SketchUp / 3D rendering specialist to support its sales and visualization team. This is an immediate need with the potential to grow into an ongoing fractional relationship. Posted on behalf of a confidential client by Katalyst Systems Impact; company details are shared once we've connected.


What You'll Do (Immediate Priorities)

  • Convert 2D architectural drawings (.dwg, PDF, etc.) into accurate SketchUp models so the sales team can design within the space
  • Turn completed SketchUp room layouts into high-resolution renderings, animations, and presentation-ready materials
  • Build accurate room shells with architectural details, materials, and lighting
  • Create photorealistic renderings for customer presentations, including customer logos and individual equipment renderings
  • Produce 3D walkthroughs and animated videos (day/night scenes, visual effects)


This Role May Grow To Include

  • Website and marketing renderings
  • Converting engineering models (SolidWorks) into SketchUp
  • Advanced rendering / post-processing for larger projects
  • Exploring emerging visualization technology VR and immersive customer experiences


What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience with SketchUp and photorealistic rendering (V-Ray, Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion, or similar)
  • Ability to convert .dwg/PDF architectural drawings into clean SketchUp models
  • A strong portfolio of renderings, animations, and walkthroughs
  • Fast, reliable turnaround and clear communication the single biggest factor in this role's success
  • Based in Iowa or the Midwest strongly preferred (Central/Eastern Iowa a plus) for time-zone and communication ease, and to allow for the occasional in-person visit as responsibilities grow; open to other U.S. locations for the right candidate
  • Your own SketchUp/rendering software and license


Schedule & Workload

  • Fully remote; no fixed hours required, but fast turnaround is essential (prior contractor typically turned work around in 56 hours same-day, 12 hours overnight)
  • Workload is cyclical busiest OctoberDecember, lighter in summer and has grown year over year
  • Immediate start; ongoing contract with room to grow


Location Requirement

Candidates must be currently located in the United States and perform the work from within the U.S. Iowa or Midwest-based candidates are strongly preferred, with Central/Eastern Iowa a plus, due to time-zone alignment, ease of communication, and the potential for occasional in-person collaboration as the relationship grows.


To Apply

Submit a portfolio/reel of relevant SketchUp and rendering work along with your hourly rate.