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Scattermesh

3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Job Summary Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced 3D Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site in Herndon, VA. The role requires ...

teamLFG

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Do you have a passion for how 3D character art enhances gameplay clarity, supporting players in making split-second decisions, and how character design can ignite both fandom and strategic depth?

Thatgamecompany

3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)

$81K - $114K/yr

3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior) thatgamecompany is looking for a Mid-Senior 3D Character Artist to join our team! Responsibilities: * Create 3D characters and cosmetics in a visual style aligned ...

Scattermesh

3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Job Summary Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced 3D Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site in Herndon, VA. The role requires ...

teamLFG

3D Character Art Lead

$153K - $230K/yr

As the 3D Character Art Lead at teamLFG, you will guide and help create art with the team from pre-production to production and beyond on our innovative new IP! Your leadership will shape memorable ...

Scattermesh

Senior 3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Job Summary Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced 3D Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site in Herndon, VA. The role requires ...

Scattermesh

Senior 3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Job Summary Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced 3D Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site in Herndon, VA. The role requires ...

Side

3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)

$123K - $130K/yr

As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring life and personality to our projects. This mid-level generalist role focuses on modeling, texturing ...

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How much do 3d character jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d character in the United States is $19.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are 3D Character Artists?

3D Character Artists are professionals who create three-dimensional models of characters for use in video games, movies, animation, and other digital media. They use specialized software to sculpt, texture, and render characters, ensuring they are visually appealing and suitable for animation or gameplay. Their work often involves collaborating with concept artists, animators, and game designers to bring characters to life in a virtual environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3D Character Artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3D Character Artist, you need strong skills in modeling, sculpting, texturing, and a solid understanding of anatomy, typically supported by a degree in art, design, or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and experience with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity are highly valued. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for creating visually appealing, technically sound characters that meet artistic and production requirements in games, film, or animation.

What are some common challenges 3D Character Artists face when collaborating with other departments in game development?

3D Character Artists often work closely with animators, riggers, and game designers to ensure that character models are not only visually appealing but also functional within the game engine. A common challenge is balancing high-quality detail with technical limitations like polygon count and texture size, which can require ongoing communication and compromise. Additionally, artists may need to adjust models based on feedback from animation or technical art teams to optimize for movement and real-time performance. Understanding the workflow and constraints of other departments is key to delivering assets that meet both artistic and technical requirements.

What is the difference between 3D Character vs 3D Modeler?

Aspect3D Character3D Modeler
Primary FocusCreating detailed, animated characters for games, films, and animationsModeling various objects and environments, including characters, props, and scenes
Skills & ToolsCharacter anatomy, rigging, texturing, animation; software like Maya, Blender, ZBrushHard surface modeling, topology, UV mapping; software like Maya, 3ds Max, Blender
Work EnvironmentGame studios, animation houses, film productionVFX companies, game studios, product design firms

While both roles involve 3D modeling, 3D Characters specialize in creating animated, detailed characters for entertainment media, often requiring rigging and texturing skills. 3D Modelers have a broader scope, modeling various objects and environments, including characters, but may not focus on animation or character-specific details.

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3D Character Artist

Scattermesh

Herndon, VA • On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Scattermesh is a fast-paced small company looking to disrupt, transform, and innovate on behalf of our clients. We are inventors, technologists, artisans, problem solvers, and collaborators seeking to redefine the content experience by changing how content is managed and delivered to clients. We have an amazing team and we want to add a few talented revolutionaries who want to make a difference solving hard problems. Create your story and start making an indelible impact today. 

Job Summary

Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced 3D Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site in Herndon, VA. The role requires a skilled artist with a strong foundation in anatomy, sculpting, and character design. The ideal candidate will have experience creating photorealistic human characters of various demographic backgrounds, xgen hair/groom, and painting detailed realistic texture maps.

 

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Surpassing Uncanny Valley - Create believable and detailed 3D characters applying your strong understanding of anatomy, modeling, sculpting and texturing expertise from scratch or scan data based on concept art.
  • Deliver Results - Conceptualize, present, and execute ideas within a schedule, while actively participating in technical and artistic problem solving.
  • Collaborate - Work alongside your fellow artists and studio managers to meet production goals.
 

Qualifications and Skills

  • 5+ years’ experience as a 3D artist or relevant portfolio
  • Strong artistic fundamentals - scale, composition, perspective, proportion, mass and volume, light and color, and surface properties
  • Strong understanding of human facial anatomy, including eyes, skin and hair
  • Skilled in realistic character creation, including sculpting, texturing, hair grooming, shading and rendering
  • Understanding of FACS, facial blendshapes, facial performance animation, and wrinkle-map systems is a plus.
  • Mastery of standard art packages such as Maya, Substance / Adobe Painter, Zbrush etc.
  • Experience with Metahuman to Maya tools a plus
  • Experience working within an established studio pipeline and file structure
  • Is self-motivated and self-reliant
  • Must have a learning mind-set
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • US citizenship required
Benefits and Perks
Scattermesh is as obsessed about our employees as our customers. We want to provide great benefits and perks so you can focus on making an impact. We recognize that industry is moving away from better benefits so we have decided to do our part to start reversing the trend. Join us in our quest to disrupt, transform and innovate.
Benefits
  • Competitive Market Leading Pay 
  • 25-30 days - Paid Time Off (PTO) / Holiday
  • 100% Company paid medical/dental/vision/plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) Matching with no cliff vest

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