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Ruben S.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$38/hr
4.9
162 jobs

I have been drafting with AutoCAD for over 17-18 years now and have worked in many different engineering fields, an MEP firm working primarily on HVAC, but I also did plenty of work with electrical, plumbing and sprinkler. I also have Fire Alarm and Tilt-up construction experience. I have also done work for architects/designers, an IT/Telecommunications consultant, and a small HVAC company. In addition to this I also do private AutoCAD tutoring. I have plenty of experience working on multiple projects at once. I love doing this kind of work and am always looking for new work. I can usually get projects done within a day or two, depending on the size of the project.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • 2D Design
  • CAD Drafting
  • CAD
  • Microsoft Office
  • Drafting
James C.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$45/hr
5.0
24 jobs

If you’re looking for more than just a 3D concept — if you need real, functional product designs built for manufacturing, prototyping, and actual use — I can help. I’m a U.S.-based mechanical/product engineer with over 15 years of CAD design experience and a proven track record of bringing physical products to life. My designs aren’t just for show — they’ve been manufactured, tested, shipped, and used by real customers in real environments. From precision mechanical assemblies to injection-molded components, 3D-printed prototypes, and production tooling, I’ve delivered complete solutions for clients ranging from startups to major manufacturers. I’ve worked as a Senior Product Engineer at a publicly traded company, contributed to government and defense programs, and designed parts for industries including 3D printing, firearms, consumer electronics, and industrial automation. What sets me apart: Manufacturing-ready CAD – not just pretty renders Experience with real-world constraints – tolerances, cost, DFM, ergonomics, stress, material choice Hands-on engineering insight – I don’t just model, I solve problems Clear U.S.-based communication & accountability – timelines, documentation, and results you can count on Yes, my rates are higher than offshore freelancers — but you're paying for proven reliability, quality you can manufacture, and a designer who understands the why behind every decision. Whether you need to make a new idea, optimize a prototype for injection molding, or take your napkin sketch to production — I’m ready to help. Let’s build something real.

  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Design
  • CAD
  • 2D Design & Drawings
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Product Design
  • Mechanical Design
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • 3D Printing
Ana H.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$65/hr
5.0
72 jobs

I’m a seasoned Release Train Engineer, Program Manager, and Scrum Master with 15+ years of experience leading complex software delivery across enterprise environments—combined with a modern edge in AI-powered creative direction and storytelling. On the delivery side, I specialize in turning chaos into clarity. I’ve led Agile Release Trains supporting 5–7 cross-functional teams, improved PI delivery from ~40% to ~95%, and built scalable systems for backlog readiness, dependency management, and release execution. I work closely with stakeholders to translate business goals into executable plans—ensuring teams deliver value consistently, not just activity. On the creative side, I operate as an AI Narrative & Creative Director, producing high-quality visual storytelling, cinematic concepts, and animation-driven content. I combine tools like generative AI, motion design, and storytelling frameworks to bring ideas to life—from concept to polished output. My work spans live-action AI adaptations, animated shorts, and visual concept development. What makes me different is the ability to bridge both worlds: I don’t just manage projects—I direct outcomes I don’t just create visuals—I structure ideas for execution I bring enterprise discipline + creative vision into one workflow Core Expertise: Agile / SAFe (RTE, PI Planning, Program Execution) Program & Release Management Cross-team coordination & stakeholder alignment Backlog strategy, dependency mapping, delivery optimization AI Creative Direction (visual storytelling, animation, concept design) Prompt engineering & style/character consistency End-to-end content ideation and execution Whether you need someone to stabilize delivery on a complex program or bring a creative vision to life using AI, I bring structure, clarity, and execution to the table.

  • Project Management
  • Program Management
  • Scrum
  • Agile Project Management
  • Agile Software Development
  • AI Text-to-Image
  • AI Video Generator
  • AI Audio Generation
  • AI Product Management
  • 3D Design
  • Project Delivery
  • Film & Video
  • UGC
  • Product Ad Campaign
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Instagram Reels
  • UX & UI Design
Justin B.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$85/hr
4.9
77 jobs

Leveraging over 12 years of product development experience in the consumer, industrial, and automotive industries to bring my clients' ideas to life. I am fluent in every step of the product development process, from concept to mass production as well as engineering analysis and patents. I have helped over 150 clients now bring their ideas to market in the last 5 years! Check out my website for more information on all the services I offer as well as more examples of my work: bitarmachinedesign.com. Services Offered: - Concept Development - need to fully visualize your idea? - Alpha Prototype Development - want to see if it actually works? - Beta Prototype Development - start presenting a fully functional tradeshow or demonstration version of your product. - Manufacturing - low to high volume runs of injection molded parts. We even do the tooling design in house! - Patents and Trademarks - protect your idea and secure your market share! Interested in learning about how you can use sustainable materials in your product or looking for ways to prototype FDA compliant products from safe materials? I've spent countless hours researching these problems to help my client and have successfully implemented cost-effective solutions for them over many projects. I have built a robust network of manufacturers both domestically (USA) and internationally that support sustainable and FDA-compliant materials for both prototyping and manufacturing. Let's chat about how to make your product safer or more environmentally conscious.

  • 3D Printing
  • 3D Design
  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Modeling
  • 2D Design
  • Product Design
  • Plastic
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Hardware Prototyping
  • Machine Design
  • Product Development
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Patent
  • Consumer Goods
Alexandre K.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$40/hr
5.0
65 jobs

I am a freelance architectural designer and owner of KAD in Netherlands. I specialize in architectural modelling, design and visualization. I have over 7 years of professional experience working on residential, commercial and cultural projects ranging from master plans to private villas. I have numerous awards from competitions and built projects, with experience ranging from the United States to Turkey. I have extensive knowledge of Revit, SketchUp, Rhino and CAD as well as rendering and animation software. If you are in need of design assistance or modelling an existing concept please feel free to contact me.

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • SketchUp
  • 3D Modeling
  • CAD Drafting
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Rhinoceros 3D
  • Lumion
  • Construction
  • Architectural Design
  • Architectural Rendering
  • Animation
  • Residential Design
  • Graphic Design
Bill B.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$100/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Experienced digital marketing analytics professional with 20+ years in design, UX, web development, paid media management, and analytics. Proven track record in optimizing website performance, implementing marketing analytics frameworks, and building data warehouse structures to support modern measurement infrastructure.

  • Marketing Analytics
  • Analytics
  • Tableau
  • Looker Studio
  • BigQuery
  • Google Sheets
  • Supermetrics
  • Google Analytics 4
  • Website Performance Optimization
  • Google Search Console
  • Social Media Advertising Analytics
  • Website
  • Marketing

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