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Homebush, Australia

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Hey there. I am Rolesh, a software developer and I have a team with 8 years of experience in software development. Specifically, we have extensive experience in Web, Mobile, AI, game development. 1. Game Development Unity, Unreal Engine, Construct (WebGL, Mobile, PC Game) Multiplayer, PvP Lua, Godot, Phaser, Minecraft, Java Telegram mini game, trading bot Cinematic, Sandbox In app purchase, Playfab, photon Augmented reality, virtual reality, Metaverse Vuforia, ARCore/Kit, Zapworks, 8th wall Kinetic, Oculus 2. Mobile app development Proficient in developing cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and Flutter. 3. Web Development React.js, Three.js, Node.js, Angular.js, MongoDB Wordpress, eCommerce, Wix, Magento, Shopify Laravel, MySQL, GoLang, Django Admin dashboard 4. Artificial Intelligence, IOT Python, Django AI, ML, API Integration, OpenCV, Tensorflow 5. Blockchain Web3, Cryptocurrency, Solana, Solidity, Metatrader 6. Design UI/UX design Logo Design and Animator

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$82 USD per hour

For over two decades, I’ve been engineering software that doesn’t just work — it performs, scales, and feels effortless. I specialise in AI-driven software engineering using Python, JavaScript, and AWS, building everything from fast APIs to full end-to-end SaaS platforms. Front-end to back-end, I turn ideas into smooth digital experiences. SQL or NoSQL — I design and optimise databases that run clean and handle real load. APIs & automation — I build scalable REST services and workflow automation that keep products running smoothly. My approach is simple: engineer clean systems, automate the boring parts, and make everything feel seamless in the real world — from the UI to the database to the cloud. Over the past few years, I’ve been working hands-on with AI across practical, production-ready use cases: chatbots, trading bots, analytics tools, talking avatars, object detection, and image generation. My focus is always the same - making AI engine that actually get used, make sense, and deliver value to the product. Whether it’s Python microservices, JavaScript front-ends, AWS cloud architecture, or building a full SaaS system from scratch, I aim for clean engineering and a result that feels remarkable in the real world. Cheers, Vishal Maharaj

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Ethan B.

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Mill Park, Australia

$25 USD per hour

We are a creative team with over 20 years of experience in 2D motion graphics, 3D animation, game development, and virtual reality. Our goal is to turn ideas into high-quality digital experiences that are visually impressive and technically sound. We create smooth and engaging 2D motion graphics for videos, ads, and explainer content. Our 3D animation work includes characters, environments, and visual effects for games, films, and promotional projects. We also build games from concept to launch, and develop VR content that offers immersive, interactive experiences. Every project we take on is crafted with attention to detail and a deep understanding of design, storytelling, and technology. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to upgrade an existing project, were here to help bring your vision to life.

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Melton South, Australia

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I'm a programmer, video editor, Icon Designer and can do a lot of other stuff. I have edited videos for my YouTube channel professionally. I have made games and applications. I can edit all sorts of videos!

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How to hire a great freelance Unreal Engine Specialist

An Unreal Engine specialist is a freelance developer who builds interactive 3D experiences, games, simulations, and real-time visualizations using Epic Games' Unreal Engine. These professionals handle everything from level design and Blueprint scripting to C++ programming, lighting, and performance optimization across desktop, console, mobile, VR, and AR platforms.

Hiring an Unreal Engine developer gives your project access to one of the most powerful real-time rendering engines available, used across gaming, film production, architectural visualization, automotive design, and enterprise simulation. Whether you need a playable game prototype, a photorealistic walkthrough, a virtual production stage, or a custom training simulator, an Unreal Engine expert turns concepts into shipped, runtime-ready experiences.

What an Unreal Engine specialist delivers

Unreal Engine freelancers cover the full production pipeline, from greybox prototypes to final shippable builds. Their work directly affects visual fidelity, frame rate, gameplay feel, and how players or end users experience the product.

Game development for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android

Blueprint visual scripting and C++ gameplay programming

Level design, world building, and environment art using the Unreal Editor

Character setup, animation blueprints, and integration of Mixamo or MetaHuman characters

Lighting, Lumen global illumination, and Nanite virtualized geometry setup

Material creation, shader work, and procedural texturing

VR and AR development for Meta Quest, HTC Vive, and PCVR using OpenXR

Architectural visualization (archviz) and real-time product configurators

Cinematic sequences with Sequencer and virtual production workflows

Multiplayer networking, replication, and dedicated server setup

Performance profiling, optimization, and platform certification preparation

Tools, frameworks, and engine versions

A capable Unreal Engine consultant works fluently across the engine's core systems and the wider asset and audio pipeline. Look for hands-on experience with the technologies most relevant to your build.

Unreal Engine 4 and Unreal Engine 5, including UE5 features like Lumen, Nanite, World Partition, and MetaHuman Creator

Blueprints, C++, and the Gameplay Ability System

Niagara and Cascade for VFX and particle systems

Sequencer, Take Recorder, and Live Link for cinematics and virtual production

Quixel Megascans, Bridge, and the Unreal Marketplace

Asset pipelines from Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, and Substance Painter

Perforce and Git source control for team-based development

Wwise and FMOD for interactive audio

Pixel Streaming for browser-based delivery of Unreal applications

Industries and use cases

Unreal Engine has moved well beyond gaming. Specialists serve a wide range of sectors that need real-time interactive 3D.

Game studios building indie titles, AA releases, and live-service games

Film and television studios using virtual production and LED volume stages

Architecture, engineering, and construction firms producing photoreal walkthroughs

Automotive companies creating configurators, design reviews, and showroom experiences

Defense, aerospace, and industrial clients building training simulators and digital twins

Healthcare and education developing immersive learning and VR therapy tools

Real estate developers presenting off-plan properties in interactive 3D

Marketing agencies producing branded VR, AR, and metaverse activations

How to evaluate Unreal Engine candidates

The strongest signals come from a working portfolio: playable demos, video reels, shipped titles, or links to projects on platforms like itch.io and Steam. Look for evidence of both visual polish and technical depth, including profiling data, frame rate targets met, and clean Blueprint or C++ architecture.

Shipped projects on the platforms you care about (PC, console, mobile, VR)

Comfort with both Blueprints and C++, not just one

Understanding of optimization: draw calls, LODs, occlusion, and memory budgets

Clean source control habits and documentation

Familiarity with the specific engine version and feature set your project requires

Sample interview questions you can use directly:

Walk me through a recent Unreal Engine project. What were the performance targets, and how did you hit them?

When would you choose C++ over Blueprints, and how do you decide where to draw the line?

How have you used Nanite and Lumen in a production project, and what tradeoffs did you encounter?

Describe how you would set up replication for a multiplayer feature like an inventory system.

What is your process for profiling and optimizing a scene that is GPU-bound?

Why hire Unreal Engine specialists on Freelancer.com

Freelancer.com gives you access to a global pool of Unreal Engine developers, technical artists, and game designers across every major time zone. You can post a single project and receive competitive bids from generalists, AAA-trained engineers, archviz specialists, and VR developers within hours.

Profiles on Freelancer.com include verified reviews, completion rates, portfolios, and skill assessments, so you can compare candidates on hard evidence rather than claims. Milestone Payments protect your budget by releasing funds only when agreed deliverables are approved, which is especially useful on staged builds like prototypes, vertical slices, and final masters. Whether you need a quick Blueprint fix or a multi-month build, freelancers on Freelancer.com can match the scope.

Ready to bring your real-time 3D project to life? Post a project on Freelancer.com today and connect with skilled Unreal Engine specialists ready to build, optimize, and ship your vision.

What are the steps to hiring a freelance Unreal Engine specialist?

Hiring an Unreal Engine developer is straightforward when your brief reflects the technical realities of real-time 3D work. The clearer you are about platform, engine version, art direction, and performance targets, the better the bids you will receive. The process below walks through posting, reviewing, and awarding your project.

Step 1: Post your project on Freelancer.com

The project post is the single biggest determinant of bid quality, because it filters for candidates whose Unreal Engine experience genuinely matches your build. A vague brief attracts generic bids, while a precise one attracts developers who can quote a realistic timeline and approach. Head to the post project page , where you fill in the brief, scope, timeline, and budget before publishing your project for freelancers to bid on.

Target engine version (Unreal Engine 4.27, UE5.x) and required features such as Lumen, Nanite, or World Partition

Target platforms: PC, console, mobile, Meta Quest, WebGL via Pixel Streaming, or LED volume

Scripting preference: Blueprints only, C++, or a mix, plus the Gameplay Ability System if relevant

Deliverables: playable build, packaged executable, source project, video reel, or cinematic render

Art and asset expectations, including whether assets will be supplied or sourced from Megascans

Performance targets such as frame rate, resolution, and memory budgets

Reference projects, mood boards, or gameplay videos that capture the look and feel

Timeline, milestones, and indicative budget range

Step 2: Review bids from freelancers

Bids are short proposals, not just price tags. A strong Unreal Engine bid shows the freelancer has read your brief, understands the engine version and platform constraints, and has a realistic view of how the work will be sequenced. Read each proposal carefully and shortlist developers whose interpretation of the work matches your intent.

Clarity of the proposed approach, including which systems will use Blueprints versus C++

Smart clarifying questions about platform, networking, art pipeline, or performance targets

Realistic milestones tied to prototype, vertical slice, and release-candidate builds

References to relevant tools such as Niagara, Sequencer, Wwise, Perforce, or Quixel Bridge

Attached portfolio links, video reels, or playable demos that match your genre or use case

Use Freelancer.com chat to ask follow-up questions and request short technical clarifications before shortlisting

Step 3: Evaluate freelancers and award the project

The final decision combines proposal quality with profile evidence. For Unreal Engine work, consistency of quality across multiple shipped projects matters more than a single impressive screenshot, since real-time performance and stability are harder to fake than a hero render.

Portfolio depth: multiple Unreal projects across genres, platforms, or visualization styles

Star ratings and the number of completed projects on Freelancer.com

Written client reviews, especially comments on communication, optimization, and on-time delivery

Verified payment method, completion rate, and on-time delivery rate

Evidence of technical rigor: profiling notes, optimization case studies, or open-source contributions

Award the project to your chosen freelancer and use Freelancer.com Milestone Payments to release funds only as each agreed deliverable is approved

How long does an Unreal Engine project take?

A small Blueprint feature or bug fix can take a few days, while a polished VR demo or archviz walkthrough typically runs several weeks. Full game builds and simulators usually span months and are best structured with milestones tied to prototype, alpha, beta, and release stages.

Should I hire an Unreal Engine generalist or a specialist?

For prototypes and small teams, a strong generalist who handles Blueprints, basic C++, lighting, and level design is often the fastest path. For larger projects, you will get better results assembling specialists, such as a gameplay programmer, technical artist, and environment artist working together.

What is the difference between Unreal Engine and Unity?

Unreal Engine is generally favored for high-fidelity visuals, AAA games, virtual production, and archviz, with C++ and Blueprints as its scripting layer. Unity uses C# and is often chosen for mobile and 2D work. Pick the engine that matches your platform, visual target, and the talent you intend to hire.

Can I hire an Unreal Engine freelancer for a one-off task?

Yes. Many clients hire for specific, scoped tasks such as setting up a multiplayer system, optimizing a scene, building a single level, or porting a project to VR. A clear brief with deliverables and acceptance criteria is the key to a successful one-off engagement.

Do I need to provide 3D assets, or can the freelancer create them?

Both options are common. Some Unreal Engine freelancers are also technical artists who can model, texture, and rig assets, while others prefer to integrate art you provide or source from Quixel Megascans and the Unreal Marketplace. Confirm the asset workflow before the project starts.