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teamLFG

3D Character Art Lead

$153K - $230K/yr

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?

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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?

RCN Capital LLC

Graphic Design Intern

South Windsor, CT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

The intern will help ensure all materials are visually consistent with RCN Capital's brand ... Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art or related field Schedule ...

Tolan

Art Director

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180K - $240K/yr

Define and document the visual style of Tolan's world - color, shape language, lighting, and character design - so others can execute it consistently. * Produce concept art, style frames, or 3D work ...

TicketNetwork

Graphic Design Intern

South Windsor, CT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

The intern will help ensure all materials are visually consistent with RCN Capital's brand ... Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art or related field Schedule ...

Scattermesh

3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

... design. The ideal candidate will have experience creating photorealistic human characters of ... Mastery of standard art packages such as Maya, Substance / Adobe Painter, Zbrush etc. * Experience ...

Scattermesh

3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

... design. The ideal candidate will have experience creating photorealistic human characters of ... Mastery of standard art packages such as Maya, Substance / Adobe Painter, Zbrush etc. * Experience ...

Four Hands

CGI Artist Intern

Austin, TX

The 3D Art Intern will support our creative team by contributing to the 3D production pipeline ... paced, design-forward environment. This position is expected to start in September 2026 and ...

teamLFG

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$120K - $126K/yr

Do you think a lot about how art impacts gameplay, how character design can enable fan cosplays, or how character poses and environments speak to different cultures all around the world? As the ...

Scattermesh

Senior 3D Character Artist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

... design. The ideal candidate will have experience creating photorealistic human characters of ... Mastery of standard art packages such as Maya, Substance / Adobe Painter, Zbrush etc. * Experience ...

Absurd Ventures

Art Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$185K - $225K/yr

Solid understanding of game development pipelines, including concept art, character design, 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and visual effects. * Proven ability to translate creative concepts into ...

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How much do character design art intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for character design art intern in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Character Design Art Intern job?

A Character Design Art Intern assists professional artists in creating original characters for games, animation, or other media. They help with sketching, refining designs, and maintaining consistency in character styling. Interns may also research references, collaborate with other creative teams, and adapt designs based on feedback. This role provides hands-on experience in the industry while allowing interns to develop their artistic skills and portfolio.

What kind of projects or responsibilities will I typically have as a Character Design Art Intern?

As a Character Design Art Intern, you will assist in brainstorming, sketching, and rendering character concepts under the guidance of senior artists and art directors. Your daily tasks may include creating character turnarounds, expression sheets, and helping to revise designs based on team feedback. You’ll also collaborate closely with other departments such as storyboarding, animation, and development to ensure character designs fit the overall style and narrative of the project. The experience provides valuable insight into the creative process of professional character design and often serves as a stepping stone to more advanced roles in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Character Design Art Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Character Design Art Intern, you need strong drawing and illustration skills, a solid understanding of anatomy, character construction, and a portfolio that showcases creative concept work. Experience with digital art tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate is often required, and familiarity with additional tools like Blender or Maya can be beneficial. Strong communication, openness to feedback, and the ability to work collaboratively are key soft skills for this position. These competencies are essential to efficiently conceptualize, iterate, and refine character designs that align with project goals and team visions.

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3D Character Art Lead

3D Character Art Lead

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)

Phoenix, AZ • On-site, Remote

$153K - $230K/yr

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Are you driven to create games that engage players in a vibrant community? Would you like to contribute to a visually stunning world where art not only captivates but reinforces the mission of the game? 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? Join us at teamLFG!

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 characters that uphold gameplay fairness and clarity. You'll mentor your team with your extensive experience and keen eye for detail, ensuring every art decision enhances the gameplay space. Your efforts will exhilarate players and elevate the setting and tone for a new standard in PlayStation games.

As a leader for the character art team, you'll demonstrate a balance of artistic expertise with a player-first mindset, stretching beyond your role as you collaborate with a passionate, cross-discipline team dedicated to having a positive impact on players as we bring this new world to life.

We seek candidates who appreciate being part of a cohesive and supportive team with a wide array of backgrounds, experiences, interests, and perspectives.

Responsibilities:

Lead 3D character art and coordinate work with a multidisciplinary team accountable for character-building, including but not limited to narrative and design

Mentor and inspire a talented team of artists through all phases of production

Foster a safe culture for growth, feedback and coaching to encourage strong creative debate

Create strong processes and scalable art workflows that force multiply the team's efforts and define a high art quality bar, internally and externally with partner studios

Inspire and motivate the team with craft and process advisement

Embrace "we" culture in addition to being an outstanding collaborator and communicator

Develop internal and external style guides and workflows, and manage teams through creation of game assets

Be accountable to the art director visual goals and directions

Required Skills:

Deep understanding of the character art decisions that matter to competitive players in action or fighting games

Proven experience in early AAA game development leadership role(s)

Experience in leading art teams that include but not limited to 3D character art, character customization, NPC

Demonstrated skills and deep understanding of stylized art and style adaptability

Expert knowledge in Maya, Blender or Max, Substance

Expert knowledge in Unreal Engine

Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving capability with high attention to detail

Strategic and critical thinking skills with a proactive, investigative mindset

Help created or established character customization in Unreal and scaled content with outsourcing companies

Nice-to-have Skills:

Platformer genre development experience

Experience working on a game with a high angle isometric camera perspective

Experience leading multiple teams on a live game ("game as a service")

At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

This is a flexible role that can be remote, with varying pay ranges based on geographic location. For example, if you are based out of Seattle, the estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$153,000-$230,000 USD

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