Contra Labs Wants Freelance 3D Designers for AI Tool Projects
San Francisco-based Contra Labs is building a network of senior 3D designers to work on paid AI and creative tool projects — on a flexible, as-needed basis.
If you're a senior 3D designer looking for interesting freelance work at the edge of AI and creativity, Contra Labs is worth a look. The company partners with AI labs and product teams to help shape how creative tools actually work — think design, video, and development — by grounding their research in how real creatives operate day to day.
Rather than hiring full-time staff, Contra Labs runs a talent network. Once you're accepted, you're matched to projects as they come up. Most engagements run somewhere between 5 and 10 hours, though some stretch into longer arrangements. Occasionally, full-time opportunities surface too.
The application process starts with a portfolio review, so the quality and range of your 3D work matters more than a polished CV. You're essentially applying to be on their radar, not for a specific open role right now.
For nomads who want steady-ish freelance income without locking into a long-term contract, this kind of network model can be a solid fit — short bursts of well-defined work with room to take on other clients in between.
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