Hi, my name is
James O.
$65 / Hour
Sketchup Pro and Studio, Layout and 2D CAD Coach
Expert 1-on-1 master tutoring and freelance services for SketchUp, LayOut, 3D modelling, CAD, interior design, and architectural rendering. Learn SketchUp with speed and my 26 years proven knowledge!
3 Types of Service
Tutoring
Online 1-on-1 tutoring for 3D modeling and design projects. Learn faster on Zoom with a pro, tailored to SketchUp, Blender, Fusion 360, and more.
Collaborative
Collaborative online sessions where we screen-share and build your project together. Get real-time fixes, 3D guidance, and faster progress while saving time.
Contract
Done-for-you 3D services for modeling, rendering, drafting, and more. Hire an expert for deliverables, revisions, and deadlines with a clear quote.
Tutoring & Services Offered
James O.'s Details
Availability
24-7
Location
United Kingdom
My Rate
$65 / Hour
About Me
I'm based in Scotland, UK, with over 35 years of hands-on design and detailing experience in the Architectural (AEC) sector. I work globally as a premier SketchUp Authorised Trainer, CAD & 3D visualisation consultant, and official UK software reseller. My mission is simple: to deliver transformative, results-driven support to professional designers, technologists, and creatives—far beyond the standard training experience.
What sets me apart is not only my extensive background across eight architectural practices, housebuilders, and construction companies but also my proven ability to deliver real-world, project-driven training that meets critical deadlines. I don’t just teach software—I empower professionals to work smarter and faster with tailored, on-project coaching and consultancy that aligns with their exact needs.
With accreditation history from Autodesk and SketchUp (via @Last Software, SketchUp Creators, Google, and now Trimble), I offer unique insight and privileged access as a long-standing UK partner. My relationships with software developers allow me to provide ahead-of-the-curve knowledge and capabilities to my clients—backed by glowing testimonials and long-term partnerships.
Whether it's a design competition or a full-scale project delivery, I consistently deliver high-quality, high-value work with professionalism, clarity, and care. I live and breathe the creative process, and I’m passionate about helping every client succeed—overdelivering at every opportunity.
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Remote & On-Demand Help
On-Demand Tutors & Services
Get on-demand help! We are a team of tutors and freelancers that are hire-able on an as-needed basis for professional help with your projects. Call us with a quick question, or a big project. Our availability is flexible. We teach remotely, so you can learn from the comfort of your home, from the jobsite, or from the beach! We teach classes via Zoom screenshare, so we can see each others' screens and cursors. It can take hours to search online for 1 simple piece of information, but just minutes to ask your private tutor.
Tutors & Services Philosophy
Don't Learn Alone
Professionals these days are sitting alone and staring at their computers. They spend years searching online for tools that will increase their workplace efficiency—digging through forums and watching lengthy videos for the right CAD or visualization tip.
Sometimes they just have one small question that would take a person two minutes to answer, but customer support lines are a thing of the past. Big companies will direct you to an FAQ that will hardly begin to answer your question.
Bring Back the Human Connection
We strive to bring human connection back to the work environment. Our tutors work directly with you to solve your problems, similar to the way an apprentice works hand-in-hand with a skilled professional.
Screen-share technologies like Zoom have allowed us to work together in real time. We can see each others' screens and cursors, switch presenters to share information easily, and even turn on webcams for a more human interaction. Learn efficiently across workflows like architectural rendering, interiors, mechanical modeling, and construction documentation.
Tutors, Services, or Both
Sometimes our clients want to learn a program from beginning to end; sometimes they completely hand over the services to us; and other times, they want something in between.
Some clients want to be able to use the program on a basic level and let us do the hard stuff. Others want to co-work with us, supervising our work to ensure their artistic vision is realized. Along the way, they learn the tools—whether that’s SketchUp, Blender, Fusion 360, Revit, or AutoCAD.
By the end of the process, some clients are able to wean themselves completely off of our services and are empowered to do the work themselves. If they get stuck or behind on a deadline, they use us as a lifeline. They can call anytime—even if it’s just a 10-minute question—we are here to help.
Advantages of Online Tutors & Services
Effective
The process of learning 1-on-1 with a live tutor lets you actively participate in the learning. You can immediately repeat a concept in your own words, ask clarifying questions, or demonstrate a concept back to your tutor to ensure understanding.
Efficient
Save time and resources by learning from the comfort of your home. Avoid commuting expenses and focus on learning only the tools you need with personalized lessons tailored to your specific workflow.
Recordable
No need to take notes! We record your lessons so you can replay them at your own pace later. Keep these recordings for future reference and reinforce your learning whenever needed.
Fun
Learning with a dedicated tutor makes the experience enjoyable and interactive. Discuss problems, practice together, and enjoy the human conversational element that brings life to online learning. Reach out anytime you need assistance!
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Top Software We Teach
Over 500 Google Reviews!
Rapid and concise delivery of design and fabrication.
Mike R- prompt, communicative and precise
Easy to find and locate an appropriate tutor. Great experience.
Bryson has been so wonderful to work with! Knowledgeable, professional, accessible, courteous!
Juan has been awesome -- amazing this service can be provided and detailed to the extent it has been. Well impressed and will recommend.
The best designers are those who are also makers! Great to have someone in the states, with real production experience. Mark has a strong fabrication background and at least a decade on Fusion 360. Running Fusion 360 can be a challenge, this session gave me a better understanding of the methodologies involved and what I should expect from the software.
The absolutely best training I have ever had. I really appreciate it. Mike has so much knowledge. Thank you again. I truly appreciate it.
Kevin was great- he helped me work on my project on Civil 3D. Am hoping to see him again for another session!
Juan Santizo is very patient, professional, and highly competent in the software we're using (Blender).
Juan continues to communicate consistently about the progress of the job and he is very attentive to my needs with this project.
Andrew was patient, knowledgable and was very flexible with his availability allowing me to hit my deadline.
Juan 3-D modeled a spiral design for me. Not sure what software he used. He was very professional and accomplished what I tasked him to do flawlessly. I rate him as 'Excellent' (I wasn't able to click on the 'Excellent' yellow button above for some reason)
Juan is fantastic. His attention to detail is spot-on. Responsiveness and quality of work is excellent.
Curt has been a great help getting a project done on a short timeline!
Curt did a great job and helped us with a tight deadline! Great 3D renderings!
Everything
Promptness
Mike R was my tutor. Helped walk me through fusion 360 and create my workflow to my plasma table.
Came to Mike R. with a need for some design help, tutoring, and expertise in Fusion. He jumped right in with best practices, expertise and smart ideas to accomplish what I want to design. Lesson 1 was great, I will be back!
Juan is a master at Sketchup both with his knowledge and his teaching methodology
Curtis is very experienced in Architecture/Construction Drawing creation in SketchUp and really helped me get to the next level of my learning and I plan to continue to use his expertise as required. Thx Curtis
Knowledgeable and compatibility with my needs.
Juan is a great Tutor and I’m learning a lot. I highly recommend him.
Noah is great. Intuitive, patient and quick to respond.
Tim is great to work with
Juan is always patient and knowledgeable. He is a pleasure to work with.
Juan is a top shelf educator. My son has autism and Juan is the perfect tutor for him
His instructions were very clear and easy to understand.
Mike R. helped me with my project, took initiative and showed me features of Fusion for me as a beginner to use in future projects
Juans communication skills are beyond exceptional and his ideas are top notch. He has been very attentive thus far; as we are just now starting our journey to complete my project. I feel that this is going to be a wonderful experience.
