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Thatgamecompany

3D Environment Artist (Sky)

$60K/yr

Support the rest of the art team to create 3D assets * Review and fix bugs Must Haves: * 3+ years ... Great artistic sensibility and excellent eye for design, color, lighting, composition, and ...

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 ... Use Maya and Redshift Render for stills, animation, lighting, and shading * Data preparation of CAD ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 3D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$30 - $45/hr

... 3D Artist (Generalist) who can model across a wide range of subject matter, from characters and ... Solid grasp of topology, UVs, lighting, composition, and layout, with the ability to troubleshoot ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 3D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$30 - $45/hr

... 3D Artist (Generalist) who can model across a wide range of subject matter, from characters and ... Solid grasp of topology, UVs, lighting, composition, and layout, with the ability to troubleshoot ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 3D Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$30 - $45/hr

... 3D Artist (Generalist) who can model across a wide range of subject matter, from characters and ... Solid grasp of topology, UVs, lighting, composition, and layout, with the ability to troubleshoot ...

CTI

3D Video Production Artist

Memphis, TN · On-site

Additional skills in 3d modeling, rigging, and game engine tasks such as lighting, camera staging ... Technical Artist Proficiency in industry standard 3D software for animation and modeling ...

Swaybox Studios

Lead 3D Tracking Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

Lead 3D Tracking / Matchmove Artist Location: New Orleans, LA - Onsite Studio: Swaybox Studios ... Lighting, and Compositing. * Create accurate rotomation of CG character rigs to match puppet and ...

Lindeman & Associates

3D Designer

Culver City, CA · On-site

LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team ... Import CAD models into 3D software, refine, and prep for lighting & texturing * Willingness to R&D ...

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 ...

Revolution Event Design and Production

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3D Renderer and Graphic Artist

Glen Burnie, MD · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Revolution Events is seeking a well-rounded 3D Rendering & Graphic Design Artist with strong ... Strong 3D modeling and rendering skills, including an understanding of lighting, textures ...

Target

3D Designer

Minneapolis, MN

... lighting, rendering, and composition. * Leverage Gen AI and prompt-driven workflows to rapidly ... Collaborate cross-functionally with technical artists, merchandising, marketing, digital teams, and ...

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How much do 3d lighting artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d lighting 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.

What does a 3D lighting artist do?

A 3D Lighting Artist is responsible for creating and implementing lighting in 3D environments to enhance mood, realism, and storytelling. They work with rendering engines, shaders, and lighting techniques to achieve the desired visual quality in films, video games, and animations. Their role involves adjusting light sources, shadows, and reflections to ensure scenes look natural or stylized according to the project’s needs.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a 3D lighting artist within a production team?

As a 3D Lighting Artist, your typical day involves collaborating with animators, modelers, and compositors to design and implement lighting setups that enhance the mood and realism of scenes. You will adjust lighting rigs, tweak material properties, and render test images, ensuring the final visuals meet the project’s artistic direction and technical requirements. Regularly reviewing feedback from art directors and supervisors, you'll iterate on your work and help address technical challenges related to rendering and scene optimization. Working closely with other departments helps maintain visual consistency and ensures deadlines are met throughout the production pipeline.

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

To thrive as a 3D Lighting Artist, you need a strong background in computer graphics, an understanding of lighting theory, color, and composition, often supported by a degree in art, animation, or related fields. Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, Houdini, and rendering engines like Arnold or V-Ray is essential, and knowledge of scripting languages or real-time engines like Unreal Engine is a plus. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with artists and meeting visual storytelling goals. These competencies ensure visually compelling scenes and seamless integration within production pipelines, resulting in high-quality animations or games.

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3D Environment Artist (Sky)

Thatgamecompany

Remote

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The award winning team behind Journey, flOw, and Flower are looking to expand their team on Sky: Children of the Light with a Generalist. This position reports to the Art team while working closely with the Design team.
As an Environment Artist, you will work with the Creative Director, Art Leads, Vis Dev Artists and other Environment Artists to create landscapes, spaces, and models for the world of Sky: Children of the Light. The ideal candidate understands that making an environment is more than creating beautiful content to fill spaces but is also an opportunity to tell the story behind the world players inhabit. If this sounds exciting to you, we'd love to have you join our team!
Responsibilities
  • Create landscapes using our own proprietary terrain system
  • Create models and set dress these landscapes to support the narrative
  • Collaborate with project leads, concept artists, and designers
  • Brainstorm ideas and create rapid prototypes during the concept phase
  • Support the rest of the art team to create 3D assets
  • Review and fix bugs

Must Haves:
  • 3+ years of experience in the games industry
  • Proficient in Autodesk Maya
  • Great artistic sensibility and excellent eye for design, color, lighting, composition,
    and attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills with an ability to take constructive feedback
  • Self-motivated and a team player
  • Open to learning new skills and programs

Nice to Haves:
  • Familiarity with our games and visual style
  • Ability to concept
  • Love and affinity for video games
  • Ability to visualize and communicate ideas
  • Active and passionate Sky player

This position is available for remote work for candidates within the USA.
Please submit a resume and portfolio to be considered.
Perks:
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Two Weeks Winter Break
• Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job-there's no waiting period before they kick in.
• Pet Insurance for those who need it too.
• Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members
• Pre-tax wellness stipend
• Pre-tax work from home stipend
• Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match
• Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discount portal for everyday goods and services
• Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together
• Support for personal professional development
We look forward to meeting you!
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
The salary range for this position is $60,000 USD to $130,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company's compensation practices.
Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the Company's standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.
Our base pay is benchmarked against regional market and industry data and is adjusted to reflect the cost of living in your specific geographic area.
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