I am putting a project budget together, and need an estimate on JavaScript programming for Unity 3D. The work would be exclusively programming; 3D content, including meshes, maps and animation will be provided. Any idea what this might entail on a per-hour basis? The initial application will be relatively simple: a walk-through of a structure with certain areas being clickable to bring up an info or dialogue box. Many thanks for any info.
Anything from $10/hr to $100+/hr… but that includes a wide range of skill-sets and is a very poor estimate of cost. The best way to get a good cost estimate would be to write down brief description of everything that needs to be programmed, and ask for quotations. Some developers, such as myself, are happy to provide free initial consultation via pm, email Skype to help define what is needed.
Other programmers also often keep a library of reusable scripts that are useful for generic instances. Sometimes they charge a very reasonable fee for these. If you’re going for freelance, then you may also be able to recruit scripters on a per-script basis.