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Do you have a passion for how 3D character art enhances gameplay clarity, supporting players in ... outsourcing companies Nice-to-have Skills: Platformer genre development experience Experience ...

Epic Games

Character Outsource Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

Strong experience creating and reviewing high-quality 3D character assets for games * Experience working with external vendors and outsourcing pipelines in a production environment * Strong ...

Epic Games

Modeling Outsource Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

... outsourcing partners. The Modeling Outsource Lead will provide front-line creative feedback for ... 3D modeling and 2D/3D texturing software (A plus if experienced with Flow ("Shotgrid") and Miro)

Epic Games

Environment Outsource Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

Work with the Lead and Director level to establish visual direction for our outsourcing vendors ... Including but not limited to Unreal Engine 5, Substance Painter, Marmoset, Perforce, and 3D ...

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3D Character Art Lead

$153K - $230K/yr

Do you have a passion for how 3D character art enhances gameplay clarity, supporting players in ... outsourcing companies Nice-to-have Skills: • Platformer genre development experience • ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for 3d outsourcing in the United States is $85,222.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,000.00 and $101,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A 3D outsourcing job involves contracting external artists or studios to create 3D assets, models, environments, or animations for various industries like gaming, film, architecture, and product design. Companies outsource 3D work to save time, reduce costs, or access specialized expertise. Outsourced teams follow project requirements and quality standards set by the client. This process allows businesses to focus on core development while leveraging external talent for asset production.

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In a 3D Outsourcing role, your daily tasks often include coordinating asset requirements with internal teams, briefing and managing external vendors or studios, reviewing incoming 3D assets for quality and consistency, and providing clear feedback to ensure project standards are met. You'll also track progress and address any pipeline or delivery issues that arise. Successful professionals in this role act as liaisons, ensuring smooth communication and alignment between creative vision and outsourced execution. This position offers valuable experience in project management and cross-cultural collaboration, which can open doors to senior production or outsourcing management roles in the future.

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To thrive in 3D Outsourcing, you need a solid understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, and animation, along with experience in managing external production pipelines. Proficiency in industry-standard tools like Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, and familiarity with project management platforms are highly valued. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills help bridge the gap between internal teams and external vendors. These competencies ensure that outsourced 3D assets meet quality standards, deadlines, and align with overall project goals.

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Designer, 3D Texture/Surfacing

Designer, 3D Texture/Surfacing

Spencer's and Spirit Halloween

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Spencer's rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 203 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Flexible work environment
  • Career advancement
  • Competitive base salary
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401k with a company match
  • 30% merchandise discount

The Designer, 3D Texture/Surfacing with the costume design team to create PBR textures and materials for garment printing and fabrication utilizing 3D surfacing workflows; work to bridge 3D + 2D design into the real world of costumes.

  • Work alongside the costume design team to produce high-quality PBR (physically based rendering) textures and materials for garment printing specific to costumes
  • Leverage Substance Painter / Designer and emerging AI workflows
  • Manage and review outsourced assets
  • Collaborate across multiple teams and projects, adhering to the needs of the business and deadlines

  • Experienced 3D Texture/Lookdev artist
  • Strong PBR (physically based rendering) fundamentals experience
  • Hands-on experience using Substance Painter or Mari
  • Working knowledge of a 3D software like ZBrush and CLO/ Marvelous Designer
  • Clear understanding of color space, shading, lighting, rendering, and texture baking methods
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to coordinate multiple projects seamlessly
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Self-starter; comfortable leading the charge with projects and deadlines
  • 3D character art experience is a plus
  • Experience in games, toys, fashion, or other product development is a plus
  • Required software experience: Zbrush, Substance Painter/Mari, Clo3D/ Marvelous Designer, Illustrator, Photoshop
  • Blender, Maya, Mesh Mixer preferred

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.


$75,000 - $85,000

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