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Direct 3D Environment Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

As an Environment Artist, you will work with the Creative Director, Art Leads, Vis Dev Artists and ... Support the rest of the art team to create 3D assets * Review and fix bugs Must Haves: * 3+ years ...

Artist: Environment

Andover, MA

$128K - $154K/yr

Build and map a wide range of realistic 3D art that is used to enrich in-game environments ... Communicate timelines effectively and proactively seek and apply feedback from leads and directors.

Artist: Environment

Andover, MA ยท On-site

$68K - $85K/yr

Build and map a wide range of realistic 3D art that is used to enrich in-game environments ... Communicate timelines effectively and proactively seek and apply feedback from leads and directors.

This role requires an artist with a keen eye for detail and an attention to the storytelling that ... Recreate Reality - Achieve convincing, photorealistic, 3d environments using a combination of ...

This role requires an artist with a keen eye for detail and an attention to the storytelling that ... Recreate Reality - Achieve convincing, photorealistic, 3d environments using a combination of ...

Senior Environment Artist

Cary, NC ยท On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

Being an expert in 3D asset creation in DCC tools, such as 3DS Max, Maya, Blender, ZBrush. Strong ... Providing mentorship to other Environment Artists, and making the team around them stronger through ...

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How much do direct 3d environment artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for direct 3d environment 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 is the difference between Direct 3D Environment Artist vs 3D Environment Artist?

AspectDirect 3D Environment Artist3D Environment Artist
CredentialsPortfolio, proficiency in 3D software, knowledge of Direct3DPortfolio, proficiency in 3D software, general knowledge of rendering APIs
Work EnvironmentGame studios, real-time rendering projects, focus on Direct3D APIGame, film, visualization projects, broader rendering techniques
Industry UsagePrimarily in Windows-based game development using Direct3DAcross various platforms and rendering APIs, including OpenGL and Vulkan

The main difference is that a Direct 3D Environment Artist specializes in creating environments optimized for Direct3D, a graphics API used mainly in Windows-based game development. A 3D Environment Artist has a broader focus on environment creation across multiple platforms and rendering technologies. The Direct 3D Environment Artist's skills are more specialized towards real-time rendering with Direct3D, whereas the 3D Environment Artist works with a wider range of tools and APIs.

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Infographic showing various Direct 3D Environment Artist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 31% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 13% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,070 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

Lead 3D Environment Artist - Virtual Reality

Immersive Entertainment

Irvine, CA โ€ข On-site

Contractor

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We create next-generation Virtual Reality Content that represents a new form of entertainment. We bridge the gap between video games and movies, providing a level of immersion, emotional engagement and realism never before seen.

Job Description
  • Creation of high quality game assets in collaboration with concept artists and CCO.
  • Maintaining the production pipeline and meeting deadlines.
  • Working closely with the implementation and gameplay departments.
  • Prototyping new technologies on the given platforms.
  • Leading the environment modellers team
  • Setting the quality targets and bar for 3D environments on the projects
  • Sharing knowledge and techniques across the studio
  • Mentoring 3D environment artists


Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in game development
  • Experience with Unreal Engine and or Unity.
  • Perfect knowledge of 3ds Max (or Maya) & Photoshop
  • High texturing and Zbrush skills
  • Ability to create realistic looking objects & environments, being limited by technological frames
  • High texturing and Zbrush skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good eye for details
  • English language
  • A strong team player and leader by example
Additional Information

Pluses

  • Shipped AAA PC or console titles as a Senior 3D Environment Artist
  • Work experience with Unreal Engine 4
  • Understanding the difference between developing for VR compared to traditional game development.
  • A passion for developing and playing virtual reality experiences