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Spinplay Games

Game Designer

Las Vegas, NV

$148K/yr

This role is responsible for directing the execution of the vision by game artists, animators and developers. The Game Designer works in a collaborative small team environment with a group of ...

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unity Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Designer to join our virtual ... Knowledge of 3D game mechanics. * Familiarity and understanding of how to use the Unity Game Engine.

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unreal Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Designer to join our virtual ... Knowledge of 3D game mechanics. * Familiarity and understanding of how to use the Unreal Game ...

SpinPlay Games

Game Designer

$158K/yr

SpinPlay Games is seeking a Game Designer to be involved in the development of new game designs ... This role is responsible for directing the execution of the vision by game artists, animators and ...

thatgamecompany

Technical Game Designer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$80K - $140K/yr

Technical Game Designer Remote - US and Canada only We are a small studio dedicated to crafting ... Maya or 3D game engines * Portfolio of your work * Ok to take a test as part of our process Nice to ...

Thatgamecompany

Technical Game Designer

$80K - $140K/yr

Technical Game Designer Remote - US and Canada only We are a small studio dedicated to crafting ... Maya or 3D game engines * Portfolio of your work * Ok to take a test as part of our process Nice to ...

Epoch Games

Lead 3D Game Artist

Winston Salem, NC

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 ...

Epic Games

Game Designer, Activities

Cary, NC · On-site

$143K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is seeking a Senior Game Designer, Activities Design to join our dynamic ... and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal ...

Epic Games

Senior Game Designer

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is seeking an experienced Senior Game Designer to join our Music team ... and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal ...

Code Plus Inc

3D Game Developer - XR/VR

Petersburg, VA · On-site

We are seeking a 3D Developer / Game Developer with Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR ... Work closely with instructional designers, developers, and program stakeholders to ensure solutions ...

Code Plus Inc

3D Game Developer - XR/VR

Petersburg, VA · On-site

We are seeking a 3D Developer / Game Developer with Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR ... Work closely with instructional designers, developers, and program stakeholders to ensure solutions ...

Templar Media

Lead Game Designer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

Coordinate with the Game Director and Producer to help define scope, schedule design tasks and meet ... Work closely with the Lead Level Designer to manage the creation of levels * Work with all ...

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How much do director 3d game designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for director 3d game designer in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director 3D Game Designer vs 3D Game Artist?

AspectDirector 3D Game Designer3D Game Artist
Primary RoleOversees game design, mechanics, and overall creative visionCreates 3D models, textures, and visual assets for games
Required SkillsGame design, project management, leadership, 3D modeling, animation3D modeling, texturing, sculpting, rendering
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, creative departments, project managementArt departments, production teams, technical artists
Industry UsageUsed in game development studios for leadership rolesUsed in art and asset creation teams within game studios

The main difference is that the Director 3D Game Designer focuses on leading game design and creative direction, while the 3D Game Artist specializes in creating visual assets. Both roles require 3D skills, but their responsibilities and focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Director 3D Game Designer 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 $149,118 per year, or $71.7 per hour.

Game Designer

Spinplay Games

Las Vegas, NV

$148K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Description
SpinPlay Games is seeking a Game Designer to be involved in the development of new game designs, theme designs, game flow and the overall vision of the game. This role is responsible for directing the execution of the vision by game artists, animators and developers. The Game Designer works in a collaborative small team environment with a group of exceptionally talented artists, animators, software engineers, and game designers to provide the best gaming experience for the slot player.

Key Responsibilities
  • Participates in the creation and review of original game designs, new game themes and concepts for electronic gaming slot machines.
  • Reviews game software during development to verify game play and all game elements are of high quality.
  • Creates and maintains all documents and files required for game development and submission to external regulators.
  • Acts as the end-to-end project manager for multiple slot games, from kickoff to completion.
  • Maintains and reports project status and health to stakeholders.
  • Manages a team of individual contributors from multiple disciplines (art, animation, software engineering), keeping the team motivated and engaged through recognition, conflict resolution, and relationship building.
  • Schedules, facilitates, and documents team meetings to capture status of projects.
  • Sets priorities and assigns tasks using JIRA and other project management software.
  • Continually plays the team’s games while in development to ensure functionality and production value meets the game’s design requirements and expected department standards.
  • Collaborates with other game producers/designers to identify common issues and communicate issue status and resolutions.


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Required to have 5+ years experience specifically in slot game design and development.
  • Demonstrated experience in mathematics or quality assurance.