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Valicy

3D Artist

Wilmington, NC

A solid grasp of form, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The 3D Artist will work across all aspects of a game's visual design, UI, art, and more. Blending artistic ...

Epic Games

Principal Environment Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

ART What We Do Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment ... video games * Professional experience creating production-ready environment assets, materials ...

Epic Games

Senior Environment Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

ART What We Do Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment ... game industry building environments and assets for shipped titles * At minimum, 3 shipped titles ...

Mattel

Lead Artist - Digital Gaming

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$96K - $137K/yr

Develop, refine, and execute high-quality art assets across multiple mobile game projects. * Directly support external developers by providing artistic guidance, feedback, asset review, paint-overs ...

Mattel

Lead Artist - Digital Gaming

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$96K - $137K/yr

Develop, refine, and execute high-quality art assets across multiple mobile game projects. * Directly support external developers by providing artistic guidance, feedback, asset review, paint-overs ...

Epic Games

Senior Technical Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make ... Hands-on experience with Substance Designer and Substance Painter for texture generation and asset ...

PUBG Seattle

Senior Environment Artist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$143K - $171K/yr

Our team of talented artists, designers, and developers work collaboratively to build immersive ... Work with engineers and level designers to ensure seamless asset integration into the game engine.

SciPlay

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

... game events and economy rollouts. * Own technical delivery of assets for scheduled updates ... Bachelor of Arts in art/animation or technical degree or equivalent industry experience. * At least ...

SciPlay

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

... game events and economy rollouts. * Own technical delivery of assets for scheduled updates ... Bachelor of Arts in art/animation or technical degree or equivalent industry experience. * At least ...

ProbablyMonsters

Cinematic Media Artist

Dallas, TX

$110K - $161K/yr

We are looking for a multidisciplinary Cinematic Media Artist to help create external/internal ... Work in Unreal Engine 5, creating bespoke cinematic sequences that utilize existing game assets or ...

ProbablyMonsters

Cinematic Media Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$110K - $161K/yr

We are looking for a multidisciplinary Cinematic Media Artist to help create external/internal ... Work in Unreal Engine 5, creating bespoke cinematic sequences that utilize existing game assets or ...

Turtle Rock Studios

Lead VFX Artist

Irvine, CA

$135K - $165K/yr

Work with designers, engineers, and other artists in creating strong moment-to-moment gameplay * Collaborate with other team members to ensure that assets fall within set parameters in regards to ...

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How much do game asset artist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for game asset artist in the United States is $123,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $170,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a game asset artist do?

A Game Asset Artist is responsible for creating the visual elements used in video games, such as characters, props, environments, and textures. They use specialized software to design 2D or 3D models that fit the game's artistic style and technical requirements. Their work is essential for making the game world immersive and visually appealing, and they often collaborate closely with game designers, animators, and programmers to ensure assets function correctly in the game engine.

How does a game asset artist typically collaborate with other team members during game development?

Game Asset Artists work closely with game designers, programmers, and animators to ensure that visual elements fit seamlessly into the game world. They often participate in team meetings to discuss style guidelines, technical limitations, and feedback on their work. Communication is key, as they must align their assets with both the artistic vision and the functionality required by developers. Regular reviews and revisions based on team input are a common part of the workflow.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game asset artist?

To thrive as a Game Asset Artist, you need strong artistic skills in modeling, texturing, and digital sculpting, often supported by a degree in art, design, or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Maya, Blender, ZBrush, and Substance Painter is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure the creation of high-quality, visually engaging assets that align with project requirements and enhance the overall gaming experience.
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3D Artist

Valicy

Wilmington, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Title: 3D Artist
Location: Wilmington, NC
Department: NC Art
Reports To: Art Lead
Status: Exempt
Online art portfolio (Required at the time of application) - This can be work-related or personal projects outside of work-related activities
WHO WE ARE:

We are Valicy.

We make games. We also make the machines they run on.
What we're building matters. How we treat people matters more.
OUR MISSION
We exist to create excellent gaming experiences, treat our customers the way we want to be treated, and positively impact people's lives through a culture of care.
Seven values guide how we work. We call it our FIGHTER mindset:
Fun: Enjoy the journey together
Innovative: Consistently pushing new boundaries through creativity
Growth: Committed to growing personally and professionally
Humble amp; Passionate: It’s important to be both
Teamwork: Built on trust, healthy conflict, commitment, accountability, and results
Excellence: Pursuing high standards in everything we do
Relational: Building trust and relationships with customers and teammates


If this is the kind of place you've been looking for, let's talk.

SUMMARY: The ideal candidate for 3D Artist has experience modeling, texturing, and lighting engine-ready assets in a stylized world. A solid grasp of form, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The 3D Artist will work across all aspects of a game's visual design, UI, art, and more. Blending artistic expertise and technical ability, the 3D Artist will create visually stimulating content that will enhance game playability and showcase original experiences to a wide player audience.
QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand company Mission, Vision, and Values and be an ambassador of MVV.
- Create high-quality 3D and 2D assets to meet fast-paced deadlines.
- Demonstrate strengths in modeling, texturing, and lighting of 3D assets.
- Organize and implement assets in the Unity 3D game engine.
- Collaborate effectively with a team of artists and programmers to offer creative solutions to both art and game design challenges.
- Produce concept sketches and quick edits to communicate artistic concepts with the team.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A strong portfolio demonstrating a breadth of art styles and techniques
- 1-3 years experience in a related position
- A high level of proficiency using Maya to create fun and stylized characters/assets
- An eye for color and composition in 2D and 3D designs
- Skilled in Photoshop
- Ability to sculpt stylized assets or characters in Zbrush
- Experience in the Unity3D game engine (importing assets, animation editor, shuriken particle system)
Preferred Requirements:
- Art degree (Associates or Bachelors)
- Experience in casino or mobile gaming industry
- Understanding of the visual style and gameplay of top tier slot games
- Experience with Substance Painter
This Job Description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing Company objectives. The description incorporates the most typical duties performed and covers only the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of those duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.

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