Chibi-Style 3D Character Sculpt for Indian Toy Collectible

About the project

Freelance 3D Character Sculptor – ZBrush | Collectible Toy Design About the Project We are developing a premium chibi-style collectible character series inspired by Indian mythology. The 2D character design and visual direction have already been completed. We are now looking for an experienced 3D Character Sculptor who can translate the approved 2D artwork into a high-quality 3D sculpt suitable for physical collectible production. The aesthetic is a cute, premium designer-toy/chibi collectible, rather than a conventional realistic figurine. Scope of Work The selected artist will: Convert approved 2D character artwork/reference sheets into a 3D sculpt Create the character primarily in ZBrush Accurately maintain the character's approved: Chibi proportions Oversized head/body ratio Facial features and expression Hair and topknot Crown and peacock feather Clothing/dhoti Jewellery and accessories Hands, feet and overall pose Props and other character-specific elements Develop the sculpt through an approval-based workflow: Blockout → Character approval → Detailed sculpt → Final production model Provide 360° turntable views/renders for review Incorporate feedback and revisions during the sculpting process Ensure the final character has a clean silhouette and works as a physical collectible, not just as an on-screen render Prepare/separate components appropriately for 3D printing and eventual mould/manufacturing production, if this capability is included in the engagement Required Deliverables Initial 3D blockout for proportion approval Detailed high-resolution character sculpt Front, side, back and ¾-angle previews 360° turntable render Final approved ZBrush source file — ZTL/ZPR STL/OBJ files suitable for 3D printing/prototyping Separate production parts/components where required Final revised sculpt following prototype/manufacturing feedback, if agreed within scope Ideal Candidate We are specifically looking for someone with: Strong experience with ZBrush Experience sculpting chibi/stylized characters Previous work on collectible toys, vinyl figures, designer toys or figurines Strong understanding of translating 2D character art into 3D Good understanding of proportions, facial appeal and character expression Experience preparing models for 3D printing Ideally, knowledge of toy manufacturing, moulding, part separation, joints, tolerances and production constraints Ability to follow an existing character design closely rather than unnecessarily redesigning the character

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