Where to start working as freelancer?
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I'm currently in college (computer science 2nd year). I am learning 3D modeling in MAYA , texturing and little bit of composition from last 1 year. So , at the time i'm in college (for next 2 years) i want to start working as freelancer and do some small work. Where should I start searching for works?
I can do hard surface modeling like vehicle , weapon ,environment modeling , level designing in MAYA and Unreal engine 4 and composition in After effects. Also I'm still learning from digital tutors's some advance courses.
So where should I start searching for work? Where can I get some small work?
Also, for now, I am using MAYA's student version. but for commercial use i have to buy it which i cant afford. So how is MAYA LT( 30$/mo) . Is it enough for modeling weapons and vehicles?
Thank you...
I can do hard surface modeling like vehicle , weapon ,environment modeling , level designing in MAYA and Unreal engine 4 and composition in After effects. Also I'm still learning from digital tutors's some advance courses.
So where should I start searching for work? Where can I get some small work?
Also, for now, I am using MAYA's student version. but for commercial use i have to buy it which i cant afford. So how is MAYA LT( 30$/mo) . Is it enough for modeling weapons and vehicles?
Thank you...
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And what about turbosquid ?
Should I start modeling weapon and cars and sell it to turbosquid?
turbosquid, or unity assetstore i'd rather see as something to do on the side, not fulltime and especially not as a starter.
This is my experience so far, didn't really take off until i went to the global game jam though :P
I hope things stay this way, maybe i'll pick up enough to where i don't need part time work
I do still intend to get a studio job once i get a decent portfolio, but the commissions are good for now.
I can't work in any studio now as i have to go to college (computer science). So side work or freelancer is the only option i have for next 2 years. Also I'm from India, so there aren't many studios here. After finishing my degree course i'll find full-time job in another country.
Also what about MAYA LT? Is it enough for modeling cars,weapons and level designing ? Does it has all the features for that things like MAYA?
You planning to get a full time job in what field?
On Maya LT. Why not just use Blender? It will do exactly what MayaLT does. There are a lot of difference between MayaLT and Maya you can look that up here http://www.autodesk.co.uk/products/maya/compare/compare-products
No no,it's alright. Actually that's true.They really pay very less salary here in India.
At first I got call from a company near my city for working on game art, they said they'll pay 8k Rs/month(near 140$/month). Its really very very less. Like 140$/month full time job. REALLY??
So, i decided to start looking for freelance work.
To put a positive spin on this, you're a student. Use your free time to bring your portfolio up to were it needs to be. Finished Pieces. Polished Pieces. Pieces that illustrate without a shadow of a doubt that you know your craft. Without a good portfolio, it does not matter where you look, or how many contacts you have. Either you won't get hired, or you will get hired by people that have no idea what they are doing.
Portfolio. First and Foremost.
alright thanks!