3D Modeller Diploma
Master the art of 3D modelling in just 6 months. Using our signature “Overlap Strategy,” you will transform from an absolute beginner into a professional 3D artist. Access industry-standard tools, AI-infused workflows, and 1-on-1 expert mentorship to build the high-fidelity portfolio that gets you hired.
₦700,000
₦560,000
- Duration: 6 months
- Benefits: Mentorship and Internship Opportunities
- Salary Range: ₦200k to 500k
- Opportunities: chance of employment at Orange VFX*
Build a job-ready 3D Modelling portfolio in 6 months
This intensive, 6-month programme is designed to transform absolute beginners into industry-ready 3D artists. Whether you are an aspiring creator or simply looking to transition into the creative economy, this diploma provides a structured, highly focused pathway to success. By the end of your training, you will possess a high-quality, job-ready portfolio and the technical skills to build highly appealing, low-poly characters, props, and environments for film, games, and VR.
Progression Timeline
Month 1: Building the Foundation
- Core Classroom Training: 3D Animation Jumpstart Course
- Primary Software: Autodesk Maya, Arnold Renderer
- Course Goal: Master the Autodesk Maya interface, fundamental polygon modelling, scene management, and basic lighting to establish a robust 3D production foundation.
- Mentorship & Polish: None. Your complete focus will be on familiarising yourself with the 3D environment, absorbing the core fundamentals, and completing your initial classroom projects.
Month 2: Precision & Product Assets
- Core Classroom Training: 3D Product Modelling Course
- Primary Software: Autodesk Maya, Arnold Renderer
- Course Goal: Create highly accurate, hard-surface product models using advanced geometry techniques, clean edge flow, and high-fidelity studio rendering setups.
- Mentorship & Polish (3D Animation Jumpstart): You will begin weekly 1-on-1 sessions to re-optimise your foundational projects. Your mentor will help you refine your initial geometry, troubleshoot basic topology issues, and improve your lighting setups.
Month 3: Character Creation
- Core Classroom Training: 3D Character Modelling Course
- Primary Software: Autodesk Maya
- Course Goal: Learn anatomical block-outs, clean topology for animation, and form manipulation to transform 2D concepts into fully realised, structurally sound, stylised 3D character models.
- Mentorship & Polish (3D Product Modelling): Dedicate this period to perfecting the presentation of your hard-surface product assets. You will work with your mentor to adjust lighting and camera details, ensuring your product models are highly polished and portfolio-ready.
Month 4: Surface & Detail
- Core Classroom Training: 3D Texturing & Shading Course
- Primary Software: Adobe Substance 3D Painter, Autodesk Maya
- Course Goal: Utilise Substance 3D Painter to bake high-resolution details, apply stylised materials, and texture your existing 3D models with vibrant, industry-standard finishes.
- Mentorship & Polish (3D Character Modelling): Work with your mentor to resolve any lingering topology issues, polish the edge flow for better deformation, and perfect the overall silhouette and appeal of your stylised character models.
Month 5: The Refinement Phase
- Core Classroom Training: No new classes.
- Mentorship & Polish (3D Texturing & Shading): With classroom instruction concluded, your sole focus shifts to pushing the visual quality of your textures and materials. Under mentor guidance, you will enhance colour palettes, add unique stylistic details, and ensure a cohesive, studio-quality finish for all your textured assets.
Month 6: The Final Showreel
- Core Classroom Training: No new classes.
- Month 6 Focus (Final Portfolio Compilation): You will assemble all your polished projects from the previous five months into a cohesive, professional showreel. This includes editing, final presentation tweaks, and a comprehensive review by your mentor to ensure your portfolio is ready for the creative economy.
What’s Inside?
1-on-1 Mentorship
One full month of dedicated expert guidance tailored to your specific goals.
Seed LMS Access
Lifetime access to the Student Portal, hosting all your modules and resources.
Weekly Interactive Quizzes
Test your skills and track progress with gamified assignments and feedback.
Official Certification
Validate your expertise with a digital certificate recognized by industry leaders.
The Orange Seed Advantage
- Portfolio Guarantee: Graduate with a professional showreel to secure top creative roles.
- Overlap Strategy: Polish past projects alongside new classes to meet studio standards.
- Studio Internship: Top students unlock a 3-month internship at Orange VFX Studios.
- AI Workflows: Master industry-leading AI tools to accelerate your overall production.
- Industry Network: Lifetime Discord access for real-time peer networking and job alerts.
Courses In This Module
3D Animation Jumpstart
Start your 3D animation journey in Autodesk Maya with hands-on projects, core animation principles, and portfolio-ready shots.
3D Product Modelling
Create stunning 3D models with lighting, texturing, and rendering skills for marketing, e-commerce, and portfolio-ready visuals.
3D Character Modelling
Learn 3D character creation from modeling to UV mapping and texturing and master industry tools to build optimized characters.
3D Texturing & Shading
Add realism to 3D models with texturing and shading and learn PBR workflows to create believable surfaces for any engine or platform.
