Prototype Cube Designer

🏢 Source: Upwork
đź’° Budget: 200$

Project Overview

We are building a viral, motivational 3D-printed cube called the AthletIQ Compass™, created for student-athletes to track daily habits in Mindset, Academics, and Athletics. This physical product will serve as both a daily accountability system and a powerful offline complement to our digital platform, AthletIQ Connect.

Scope of Work

We’re looking for a talented designer who can collaborate with us to bring this vision to life and offer design suggestions or modifications as needed to ensure function, feasibility, and wow-factor.

The Final Product Must Include

A 4.5″ modular cube designed for easy carrying

Top Face: Rotating calendar dial (day & month) with tactile feedback

Side 1 – MINDSET: Sliders or toggles for 7 core mental performance habits

Side 2 – ACADEMICS: Trackers for homework, studying, and academic goals

Side 3 – ATHLETICS: Toggles or dials for workouts, hydration, and sleep

Engraved or embossed motivational quotes

Subtle “AthletIQ Connect” branding/logo placement

All components designed for simple and effective 3D printing

You may propose changes or enhancements to improve functionality, user experience, or printability

Deliverables

Final 3D model (STL + native editable file)

Exploded layout of all parts for multi-part printing

One fully functional 3D printed prototype shipped to our U.S. address (tracking required)

(Optional) Product render or mockup visuals

Required Skills

Expertise in 3D product modeling and mechanical functionality

Experience designing interactive, modular, or toy-like gadgets

Familiar with 3D print tolerances and mechanical fit

Ability to print and ship a prototype within 3 days

Creative mindset with a collaborative spirit

Strong communicator who responds quickly and proactively

Budget

Fixed Price: $200 USD

(Includes full design, working prototype, and shipping)

Bonus potential for over-delivery, excellent communication, or additional visuals

Timeline

Proposals Due: [Insert Date, e.g. 3 days from post]

Project Start: ASAP

Prototype Shipped: Within 3 days of start

Final Design Files: Delivered within 7–10 days of start

To Apply

Please send:

Portfolio samples of similar work

Confirmation that you can print + ship the prototype within 3 days

Brief message on how you’d approach the design (and any initial ideas or suggestions)

Estimated timeline to complete final files

Description

This is more than a product — it’s a mission. The AthletIQ Compass™ will inspire student-athletes across the country to take control of their mindset, schoolwork, and physical performance. Be part of building something impactful, shareable, and potentially viral.

Skills

3D Printing, 3D Design, 3D Rendering, 3D Modeling, Product Design

Categories

Design & Creative, Product Design