Elevating experiences with 3D visual design

Beyond product design, I crafted a 3D animated visual style for Rocket Money’s signature moments, using Cinema 4D to enhance delight and brand personality.

client

Rocket Money

role

Art Direction, 3D Visual Design, Animation

visual design & animation

Celebrating reward point milestones

With the launch of Rocket Card, we introduced a reward point loyalty program that puts cash back towards home goals. To celebrate significant reward point milestones, I designed an animation that feels playful and gamified.

visual design & animation

Celebrating savings milestones

In the Rocket Money app, members can create savings accounts. To keep them motivated on their long-term saving goals, we introduced milestone badges. I designed the 3D versions of the badges and animations to bring these accomplishments to life.

Animating with craft

In Cinema 4D, I animated border extrusion and lighting for buildup; in After Effects, I added trim path and firework effects to amplify delight.

visual brand design

Designing premium upgrade moments

To make the Rocket Money Premium upgrade feel special, I designed a diamond icon and 3D render—chosen after a team brainstorm to convey luxury and aspiration.

tutorial

Sharing my 3D design process

I created a video tutorial showing how I transform 2D icons from Figma into polished 3D objects in Cinema 4D.