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Epoch Games

Lead 3D Game Artist

Winston Salem, NC

... Artist who work on a variety of high-quality, textured 3D assets for the The Lays of Althas ... We are looking for someone knowledgeable with creating 3D Models and Textures and a good eye for ...

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 ... Understanding of Industry Standard Software such as Photoshop, ZBrush, and Texture Creation ...

Lindeman & Associates

3D Designer

Culver City, CA · On-site

$50 - $65/hr

LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team ... Keyshot, Cinema 4D with Redshift and CAD • Lighting and texture expert with proven portfolio of ...

Scattermesh

Senior 3D Technical Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

... 3D Technical Facial Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site ... The ideal candidate should have experience in rigging, sculpting, python/mel, shading, texture ...

Lindeman & Associates

3D Designer

Culver City, CA · On-site

LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team ... Keyshot, Cinema 4D with Redshift and CAD • Lighting and texture expert with proven portfolio of ...

Scattermesh

Senior 3D Technical Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

... 3D Technical Facial Character Artists to work across client projects on a full time basis on-site ... The ideal candidate should have experience in rigging, sculpting, python/mel, shading, texture ...

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 ... This mid-level generalist role focuses on modeling, texturing, and optimizing character assets ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d texture artist in the United States is $39.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a 3D Texture Artist, your daily tasks usually involve creating and applying detailed textures and surface materials to 3D models, working closely with modelers and lighting artists to ensure cohesive visuals. You may spend time reviewing reference materials, adjusting UV layouts, and fine-tuning textures in response to feedback from art directors or leads. Collaboration with other departments—such as animation, rigging, or visual effects—is common to make sure textures function correctly across various production stages. Throughout the development process, you'll also need to manage texture file organization and maintain consistency with the project’s overall visual style.

What does a 3D Texture Artist do?

A 3D Texture Artist creates the surface details of 3D models by applying textures, colors, and patterns to enhance realism or stylization. They work with tools like Photoshop, Substance Painter, and Mari to craft high-quality materials such as metal, fabric, or skin. Their work is essential in video games, films, and animations to make objects and characters look believable. Texture artists often collaborate with modelers, lighting artists, and animators to ensure seamless visual integration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 3D Texture Artist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3D Texture Artist, you need expertise in texture painting, UV mapping, and a solid understanding of materials and surface detail, typically supported by a relevant art or design degree. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Substance Painter, Photoshop, and 3D software like Maya or Blender is essential, with certification in these tools considered a plus. Attention to detail, creativity, good communication, and the ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams distinguish top candidates. These combined skills allow artists to create realistic, appealing textures that enhance 3D models and meet both artistic and technical project requirements.

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Lead 3D Game Artist

Lead 3D Game Artist

Epoch Games

Winston Salem, NC

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. We have no centrally-located headquarters and are unincorporated at this time. Most of the original founding members were modders developing the total conversion Middle Earth Roleplaying Project (MERP) mod for the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim:
http://www.moddb.com/mods/merp-middle-earth-roleplaying-project
Currently Epoch Games is developing The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO). LoA:SO is an in-development indie open-world RPG set in an original fantasy world. The game is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4 (UE4):
https://www.unrealengine.com/
For more information about the game, please check out our IndieDb page:
http://www.indiedb.com/games/the-lays-of-althas-sundered-order
NOTE: The address listed is our central office, but we are working as a completely remote development team at this time. No relocation is necessary.

Job Description

In this volunteer position you will be managing, and review the 3D work of, a team of other talented 3D Artist who work on a variety of high-quality, textured 3D assets for the The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO), a PC Game in development for PC. We are looking for someone knowledgeable with creating 3D Models and Textures and a good eye for critique.

Communication is key to a smooth and efficient pipeline. You must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with other team-members and not be afraid to ask should any problems arise. We are an English-speaking team, so English fluency is a must.

Other duties include following team policies (given through team orientation as upon acceptance to the team) as well as attending meetings through Slack (our instant message program that we use to communicate)

This is a volunteer position, so no monetary compensation is being offered. We also cannot offer any work visas. We are only looking for spare-time hours.

At this time, we are having to rely upon free (or previously licensed) software. Please refer to the applications listed below for guidelines. We do not endorse piracy in any shape or form.

Qualifications

  • Good Communication and Team-collaboration skills is a must

  • Ability to manage others, especially 3D Game Artists

  • Ability to work with and provide constructive criticism and feedback to 3D Models and Textures

  • Knowledge of Physically-based Rendering (PBR) experience for game modeling/sculpting required.

  • Knowledge of working with low-poly/game-ready assets required.

  • Knowledge of Texturing (Diffuse, Normal, Displacement etc).

  • A passion for game development

Additional Information

Recommended 3D Modeling Software (1 or more):

  • Autodesk 3DS Max / Maya

  • Blender

  • Pixologic ZBrush / Mudbox

Recommended 2D Image Software (either or both):

  • Photoshop (CS4 and up)
  • GIMP

If you are missing any, we can help provide you with software.

Also recommended experience with Unreal Engine

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