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Adobe

Staff AI VFX Engineer

San Jose, CA

Itshipsa coordinated stack of image, video, animation, and 3D generation models that need to work ... Engage studio and VFX leadership: Present to CTOs, VFX supervisors, and heads of production. Run ...

Swaybox Studios

3D Tracking Artist

New Orleans, LA

Job Summary: Swaybox Studios is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented 3D Tracking ... Collaborate with the VFX and CG teams to troubleshoot tracking challenges and maintain alignment ...

Prisms VR

3D Artist (Remote)

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$110K - $140K/yr

As a 3D Artist, you will craft characters, environments, and educational 3D motion graphic ... Experience in creating particle effects using Unity Shuriken Particle System or VFX Graph.

Swaybox Studios

3D Tracking Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

The 3D Tracking / Matchmove Artist will focus on tracking environments and character features (such ... Collaborate with the VFX and CG teams to troubleshoot tracking challenges and maintain alignment ...

Epic Games

Principal VFX Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

Drive VFX systems and quality, design reusable, scalable solutions that support rapid iteration and ... and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal ...

HARMAN International

3D Motion Designer-Unity

Novi, MI · On-site

Drive animation and VFX optimization for embedded hardware performance through profiling, testing ... Familiarity with 2D and 3D pipelines and tools such as Blender or Cinema 4D for supporting assets ...

Canoo

3D Visualization Artist

Justin, TX · On-site

Job Title 3D Visualization Artist About Canoo Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build ... Additional experience with writing CG/VFX pipeline tools and Python scripting is a plus

World Labs

Pipeline Engineer (Graphics/3D)

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$164K - $203K/yr

Experience with production pipelines at VFX, animation, or gaming studios. * A production support ... Packaging ML and 3D Python pipelines into GPU-backed FastAPI services with request validation ...

World Labs

Pipeline Engineer (Graphics/3D)

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$164K - $203K/yr

Experience with production pipelines at VFX, animation, or gaming studios. * A production support ... Packaging ML and 3D Python pipelines into GPU-backed FastAPI services with request validation ...

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How much do 3d vfx jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for 3d vfx in the United States is $105,989.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 3D VFX job?

A 3D VFX (Visual Effects) job involves creating computer-generated imagery (CGI) to enhance or replace live-action footage in films, TV shows, video games, and advertisements. Artists use software like Houdini, Maya, and Blender to create realistic environments, characters, or effects like explosions, smoke, and water. Their work blends seamlessly with real footage to create visually stunning scenes that would be difficult or impossible to achieve practically.

What does a typical day look like for a 3D VFX artist in a production studio?

A typical day for a 3D VFX artist often involves collaborating closely with the director, animation, and compositing teams to bring creative visions to life. You may spend your time developing digital assets, creating and refining visual effects shots, troubleshooting technical issues, and reviewing feedback from supervisors. Daily tasks include using software like Maya or Houdini to simulate effects such as fire, smoke, or destruction, and ensuring that all work aligns with the project's artistic and technical direction. Regular communication and teamwork are essential, making adaptability and responsiveness to feedback key aspects of the role. This collaborative and dynamic environment helps artists continually learn and grow while contributing to high-quality visual storytelling.

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

To thrive as a 3D VFX artist, you need strong skills in 3D modeling, animation, simulation, and a solid understanding of visual effects principles, typically backed by a degree in animation, visual effects, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Houdini, Blender, or Adobe After Effects, as well as knowledge of rendering engines, is crucial; certifications in these platforms can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, collaboration, time management, and attention to detail are key soft skills that set top performers apart in this creative field. These skills and qualifications are vital to successfully create compelling visual effects that meet project standards and deadlines while working effectively within team-based production pipelines.

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Infographic showing various 3D Vfx job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,989 per year, or $51 per hour.

Head of Layout/Cinematography

Notodoanimacion

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Sony Pictures Animation busca un Head of Layout/Cinematography para su estudio en Los Angeles, California. La posición es presencial y ofrece un salario base anticipado de 3.046 a 4.500 dólares por semana, con beneficios según convenio colectivo. El candidato liderará el departamento encargado de transformar storyboards y animatics en entornos 3D, garantizando la visión artística y supervisando al equipo de layout.

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El Head of Layout/Cinematography interpreta storyboards y animatics para adaptarlos a entornos 3D, supervisando al equipo de layout para traducir la visión artística del director. Mantiene estándares de calidad técnicos y artísticos y guía al equipo mediante coaching y mentoría.

  • Colaborar con director(es), jefe de story, editorial y diseñador de producción para establecer la narrativa visual del film.
  • Responsable de la cinematografía, montaje y ambientación del film.
  • Supervisar artistas de layout internos y de otras localizaciones, proporcionando retroalimentación para procesos de layout en estado inicial y final.
  • Ofrecer cronogramas y estimaciones de presupuesto para todas las fases del proceso de layout.
  • Montar cada plano y planificar las acciones dentro de cada escena.
  • Asegurar que todos los storyboards animados estén correctamente configurados.
  • Trabajo conjunto con el diseñador de producción y jefe de story para traducir los boards en espacio 3D.
  • Proporcionar e innovar ideas y soluciones para el proceso de layout, introduciendo herramientas y novedades para dar vida al concepto visual.
Calificaciones
  • Mínimo 5 años de experiencia trabajando como Layout Artist en films animados.
  • Excelentes habilidades de comunicación escrita y oral.
  • Dominio de Mac y programas relacionados con diseño, como Photoshop.
  • Conocimiento en Maya, y deseable experiencia en Unreal Engine.
  • Sólidos conocimientos sobre principios de cinematografía y montaje.
  • Orientación al detalle y excepcionales habilidades organizativas.
  • Capacidad para multitareas y priorización, asegurando la entrega oportuna y precisa de asignaciones.
  • Flexibilidad para adaptarse a un entorno con necesidades y prioridades en constante cambio.
  • Proactividad y habilidad para trabajar en equipo.
Cómo aplicar

Se solicita enviar currículum y enlace a portfolio. Si su portfolio tiene contraseña, debe incluirla en el currículum o carta de presentación.

Compensación

El salario base estimado para esta posición es de 3.046 a 4.500 dólares por semana. La posición goza de beneficios conforme al acuerdo sindical vigente. El salario final dependerá de diversos factores.

Sony Pictures Animation es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y evalúa a los candidatos sin discriminación por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, discapacidad, estado de veterano, edad, orientación sexual, identidad de género u otras características protegidas.

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