Category: Projects

3D Scanning & Resin Printing Lead | Premium 3D SAS (Colombia)

Overview

As Premium 3D SAS evolved into a true smart 3D factory, we began collaborating with film and entertainment studios.
One of the most exciting projects was our work on “Juanpis González: The People’s President”, a Netflix film produced in Colombia.

Our role was to bring characters from the screen into the physical world through high-precision 3D scanning and resin miniatures, combining digital capture, industrial design and meticulous 3D printing.

“We transformed real actors into collectible-scale 3D figures with cinematic-level detail.”

Context

The production needed miniature versions of key characters with:

• high fidelity to the actors’ faces and body proportions.
• strong visual presence on camera.
• clean surfaces and sharp details.
• and reliable, repeatable production in a short timeframe.

Traditional sculpting or manual modeling would have been slow and less accurate.
We proposed a full 3D scanning → digital cleaning → resin printing pipeline.

My Role

At Premium 3D SAS, I led the end-to-end 3D process for this project:

• Coordinated and executed 3D scanning sessions for the actors.
• Cleaned and refined the scanned meshes for print-ready geometry.
• Adjusted proportions and details to work at miniature scale while preserving likeness.
• Selected and tuned industrial-grade resin for sharp detail and durability.
• Orchestrated the print preparation, orientation, and supports for optimal surface quality.
• Supervised post-processing: cleaning, curing and finishing the pieces.

I acted as the bridge between the production team’s creative vision and the technical constraints of 3D manufacturing.

Process Highlights

• Captured full-body and facial detail using 3D scanning to ensure likeness and expression.
• Retopologized and optimized the models for high-detail resin printing.
• Scaled and thickened fragile areas (fingers, facial features and thin props) to work reliably at miniature size.
• Printed the miniatures in high-resolution resin to achieve crisp edges and smooth surfaces for on-camera use.
• Iterated quickly with the production team to align creative expectations and physical constraints.

Impact

The result was a set of highly detailed, production-ready miniatures that:

• maintained strong resemblance to the original characters.
• photographed beautifully under studio lighting.
• and demonstrated how 3D technology can enhance storytelling in film.

This project positioned Premium 3D SAS as a reliable partner for film, TV, and creative industries, expanding our work beyond industrial and engineering sectors into entertainment and character work.

“It proved that our smart 3D factory could adapt from machinery parts to cinematic characters.”

Official Link

🔗 Film: Juanpis González: The People’s President — Netflix

Technologies & Skills

• 3D scanning (actors & characters).
• Digital sculpting & mesh cleanup.
• Resin 3D printing (high resolution).
• Scale optimization for miniatures.
• Post-processing & finishing.
• Collaboration with film production teams.
• Visual storytelling through physical objects.

3D Scanning, Industrial Design & 3D Printing Lead | Premium 3D SAS (Colombia)

Overview

As Premium 3D SAS grew into a smart 3D factory, we began supporting high-end audiovisual projects.
One of the most technically and emotionally intense collaborations was for “Medusa”, the Colombian thriller series on Netflix about a CEO who survives an assassination attempt and must rebuild her life and identity. Netflix+1

Our role was to design and fabricate a robotic finger prosthesis for the main character; a piece that had to look cinematic, feel believable, and work on set under real filming conditions.

“We turned a story point ( the loss of a finger) into a physical object that reinforces the character’s transformation.” Yahoo

Context

In the series, the protagonist suffers a violent attack that leaves her physically and emotionally marked.
The production needed a distinctive robotic finger prosthesis that:

• integrated naturally with the actress’s hand.
• looked like a piece of high-end tech from her world of power and wealth.
• held up under close-up shots.
• and allowed enough comfort and freedom for acting.

This wasn’t just a prop.
It had to be a visible symbol of trauma, survival and power.

My Role

At Premium 3D SAS, I led the full development of the prosthesis:

• Coordinated and executed 3D scanning of the actress’s hand to capture exact anatomy.
• Designed the robotic finger structure in CAD, balancing realism, aesthetics and practicality.
• Iterated on the form to ensure a comfortable fit and continuity with her natural hand.
• Selected resin materials suitable for high detail and on-set durability.
• Managed the 3D printing, post-processing, and test fittings with the production team.

I worked as the link between:

director + costume/art department + technical 3D manufacturing,
to make sure the finger looked powerful on screen and worked in the real world.

Process Highlights

• Used 3D scanning to match the geometry of the actress’s hand and wrist.
• Modeled the prosthetic finger with mechanical lines and subtle robotic aesthetics that fit the tone of the series.
• Adjusted proportions and joint zones for comfort, stability and camera presence.
• Printed in high-resolution resin to capture sharp edges, clean surfaces and metallic-style finishes once painted.
• Produced several versions for testing, movement and backup on set.
• Collaborated with the costume/makeup department to integrate the prosthesis seamlessly into the character’s look.

Impact

The final prosthesis:

• became a visual signature of the character.
• reinforced the themes of violence, transformation and control.
• held up beautifully in close-up shots.
• and demonstrated how 3D technology can serve not just utility, but storytelling.

This project expanded Premium 3D SAS work into character-driven design for film and series, proving our adaptability from industrial parts and engineering to emotional, cinematic objects.

“From machines and drones to a single robotic finger: the factory adapted to the story.”

Official Link

🔗 Series: Medusa — Netflix Official Site Netflix

Technologies & Skills

• 3D scanning (anatomy capture).
• CAD modeling for wearable prosthetics.
• High-resolution resin 3D printing
• Ergonomics & fit testing.
• Collaboration with costume & art departments.
• Rapid prototyping for film production.
• Visual storytelling through physical design.

Industrial Designer & 3D Manufacturing Lead | Premium 3D SAS (Colombia)
Recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the Best Inventions

Overview

Filter Caps is one of the most meaningful projects I had the privilege to contribute to at Premium 3D SAS, working alongside one of the world’s leading creative agencies.
The mission was simple but ambitious:
create a low-cost, sustainable solution capable of improving access to clean drinking water.

I joined the project as the 3D design and manufacturing partner, bringing precision engineering, resin-based manufacturing, and high-tolerance optimization to a concept that later earned global recognition.

“My role was to turn an idea into a functional, manufacturable, and scalable physical product.”

Context

The challenge required a device that could:

• fit common plastic bottles.
• maintain a perfect seal.
• allow controlled water Flow.
• use sustainable materials.
• be mass-producible using 3D printing.
• and reduce or eliminate post-processing.

Most designs in early concepts were not feasible for resin 3D printing at scale.
My work focused on bridging creativity with engineering, making the design manufacturable without sacrificing function or impact.

My Role

At Premium 3D SAS, I led the design, engineering and fabrication strategy, focusing on:

• Geometry optimization for controlled water flow.
• Precision sealing (no leaks, no overflow).
• Structural integrity with thin-wall resin mechanics.
• Designing the part to print directly on the build plate.
• Eliminating all supports to reduce post-processing time.
• Achieving clean surfaces and high consistency at scale.
• Full fabrication using biodegradable resin.

My priority was to make Filter Caps not just a prototype, but a reproducible, high-quality final product.

Process Highlights

• Engineered internal channels for pressure balance and smooth water flow.
• Developed seal geometry for a tight, reliable fit across bottle types.
• Re-designed the structure for support-free SLA/DLP printing.
• Reduced waste and print time through orientation and geometry refinement.
• Produced the full run of caps using eco-friendly, biodegradable resin.
• Ensured dimensional tolerance and consistency across batches.
• Delivered rapid iterations for functional testing and refining.

Impact

The final 3D-printed Filter Cap was:

• Lightweight.
• highly functional.
• sustainably manufactured.
• easy to reproduce.
• production-ready.

The project was later recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the Best Inventions, a testament to the innovation behind it and the power of combining design, purpose, and advanced manufacturing.

(Due to confidentiality agreements, only publicly available information is shared.)

Official Link

🔗 See the official project here:
https://www.ogilvy.com/ideas/ogilvy-colombias-filter-caps-named-times-best-inventions-list

Technologies & Skills

• Resin 3D printing (SLA/DLP).
• Biodegradable materials.
• Precision CAD modeling.
• Functional seal design.
• Flow engineering.
• Manufacturing optimization.
• Rapid iteration & prototyping.
• Working with global creative teams.

Filter Caps shows my ability to partner with global agencies and engineer real, high-impact physical solutions and taking a concept from idea → functional design → production with precision, sustainability and speed.

Industrial Design & Prototyping Lead | Premium 3D SAS (Colombia)
⚠️ NDA-Protected Project — Only Public-Safe Details Included

Overview

One of the most challenging and technically demanding projects I contributed to at Premium 3D SAS involved a collaboration with the Colombian Air Force on the development of a reconnaissance drone prototype.

Due to strict confidentiality and national security protocols, the technical specifications, geometry, materials, functionality, testing parameters, and operational details of this project are fully protected under a binding NDA.

What I can share is the nature of my contribution:
bringing precision 3D design, advanced prototyping methods, and rapid iteration capabilities to a high-stakes aerospace environment.

“It was a project where design, engineering, and responsibility merged into one and where there was absolutely no margin for error.”

Context (Public-Safe)

The Air Force required development support for a next-generation reconnaissance drone.
My company, Premium 3D SAS, was selected to assist with early-stage prototyping, structural components, and rapid design iterations, using high-precision resin technologies and engineering-grade workflows.

This was not consumer-level printing.
It demanded:

• functional reliability.
• technical discipline.
• precise tolerances.
• and the ability to iterate quickly based on evolving requirements.

This collaboration expanded Premium 3D SAS into aerospace prototyping, a field normally reserved for large engineering firms.

My Role (NDA-Compliant Summary)

Within the strict boundaries of the NDA, my responsibilities included:

• contributing to the design and development of specific drone components.
• engineering forms for aerodynamic and structural purposes.
• producing high-precision resin prototypes.
• iterating rapidly based on feedback cycles.
• and ensuring dimensional accuracy and functionality at every step.

All work was performed under direct coordination with Air Force engineers, following their guidelines, constraints, and confidentiality protocols.

Process Highlights (High-Level Only)

• Applied industrial design principles to aerospace-focused geometries.
• Used advanced resin printing techniques to fabricate rigid, lightweight structures.
• Executed multiple rapid-iteration prototypes for testing and evaluation.
• Delivered components with strict tolerances and consistent repeatability.
• Followed all confidentiality, security and operational procedures required by the Air Force.

Impact

This project was a milestone in the evolution of Premium 3D SAS.
It proved that our smart 3D factory model could adapt to:

• high-pressure environments.
• advanced engineering contexts.
• government-level confidentiality.
• and aerospace-grade expectations.

“It reinforced one of my core strengths as a builder: I can adapt to any problem, any industry, any constraint.”

This collaboration prepared me to work in multidisciplinary, mission-critical environments, a mindset I carry into every venture I build today.

Disclaimer

⚠️ All sensitive information, technical details, specifications, images, and internal processes are intentionally omitted due to a strict NDA with the Colombian Air Force. Only broad, publicly safe summaries are disclosed.

Technologies & Skills

• High-precision resin printing.
• Industrial design for aerospace prototypes.
• Structural & aerodynamic form development.
• Rapid prototyping.
• Cross-team engineering collaboration.
• Strict NDA & confidentiality compliance.
• Design adaptability in high-stakes sectors.

This project demonstrates that I’m capable of operating in environments that demand:

• Responsibility.
• Precisión.
• Confidentiality.
• and engineering discipline.

It reinforces my identity not only as a designer but as a builder trusted with high-level, mission-critical work.