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Spin Master

Game Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$38 - $40/hr

Strong ability to model game economies, track card asset lists, and analyze set distribution. * Exceptional technical writing skills with a focus on logic, syntax, and clarity for crafting airtight ...

NBCUniversal

Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

... models. You'll work closely with the Pipeline and AI/ML teams to plan and improve the way this 3D ... Solve technical challenges to balance visual quality, realism, and performance in modern game ...

NBCUniversal

Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

... models. You'll work closely with the Pipeline and AI/ML teams to plan and improve the way this 3D ... Solve technical challenges to balance visual quality, realism, and performance in modern game ...

NBCUniversal

Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

... models. You'll work closely with the Pipeline and AI/ML teams to plan and improve the way this 3D ... Solve technical challenges to balance visual quality, realism, and performance in modern game ...

Mercor

Chess Expert - Game Analyst

New York, NY · Remote

$90/hr

Position: Chess Expert (1800+ ELO) -- Game Reconstruction & Transcript Correction Type: Contract ... Collaborate with AI research teams to enhance dataset quality and model performance. Qualifications ...

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Nba

Game Production Lead, Local Media

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$19 - $26.25/hr

This role plays a critical part in supporting the NBA's centralized Local Media model by driving production excellence, developing standardized workflows, and ensuring every live game broadcast ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for game modeler in New York is $44.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.18 and $47.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game modeler?

A Game Modeler is a digital artist who creates 3D models for video games, including characters, environments, and objects. They use specialized software like Blender, Maya, or ZBrush to sculpt, texture, and optimize assets for real-time rendering. Game Modelers work closely with concept artists, animators, and developers to ensure models fit the game’s artistic and technical requirements. Their role requires a mix of artistic creativity and technical proficiency to bring immersive worlds to life.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a game modeler in a game development team?

As a Game Modeler, your daily tasks often include creating and refining 3D assets such as characters, environments, and props to match project specifications and artistic direction. You’ll collaborate closely with concept artists, animators, and technical leads to ensure assets meet both visual and technical requirements. Responsibilities may also involve optimizing models for performance, UV mapping, and integrating assets into game engines. Regular feedback sessions and iteration are common, so being adaptable and receptive to input is key. This collaborative and dynamic environment ensures that all assets contribute smoothly to the overall gameplay experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game modeler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Modeler, you need strong artistic ability, a solid understanding of 3D modeling concepts, and familiarity with texturing and shading techniques, typically supported by a degree in game design or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, ZBrush, and experience with game engines like Unreal or Unity is crucial. Collaboration, creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure that models are not only visually compelling but also technically optimized to integrate seamlessly into the game development pipeline.

How much do game modelers make?

Game modelers typically earn between $50,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and skill level. Entry-level modelers may start lower, while experienced professionals with advanced skills in 3D modeling software like Maya or Blender can earn higher salaries.

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Infographic showing various Game Modeler job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,785 per year, or $44.1 per hour.

Game Developer

New York, NY • On-site

Spin Master
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Spin Masterexternal

$38 - $40/hr

Full-time

Vision, Life

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Spin Master employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.
Are you a kid at heart looking to build a career with a leading global children's toy, entertainment and digital gaming company?
At Spin Master, our unwavering commitment to open mindedness, integrity and innovation is a great part of what has made us an industry leader. How do we stay ahead of the pack? By hiring the best and brightest minds-and that's why we want you!
Job Description:
What will you work on?
As the Game Developer for Hellbreak TCG, you will analyze card designs and manage our external playtest networks to ensure the game remains balanced, engaging, and mechanically sound. You will translate qualitative playtest data into actionable design refinements and ensure our dark horror themes are elegantly integrated into airtight physical rules.
This is an on going contract opportunity. 4 days in office
How will you create impact?
  • Review card files and mechanical submissions with game designers to provide analytical feedback on card effects, mechanical complexity, and overall set architecture.
  • Source, vet, and manage a dedicated network of external playtesters and community alpha/beta groups.
  • Gather, synthesize, and interpret qualitative feedback and quantitative match data from playtests to address dominant strategies and power creep.
  • Collaborate with designers to translate narrative horror elements into elegant analog rules that evoke psychological tension and thematic gameplay.
  • Act as the primary technical liaison for external co-development partners, ensuring all deliverables meet design, balancing, and documentation standards.

What are your skills and experience?
  • Proven track record in tabletop game development, set design, or technical editing within trading card games or systems-heavy board games.
  • Profound structural understanding of physical trading card game systems and the competitive landscape.
  • Strong ability to model game economies, track card asset lists, and analyze set distribution.
  • Exceptional technical writing skills with a focus on logic, syntax, and clarity for crafting airtight physical rules and card text.
  • Specialized knowledge of the aesthetics and history of the horror genre.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-HM1
The anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in New York is $38 to $40 Per Hour. The offered pay to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc. Spin Master Inc. is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work only in other states.
This job posting is tied to an open vacancy.
What you can expect from us:
Our mission is to Make Life More Fun with a vision to push the boundaries of innovation, creativity, and fun.
  • Growth and Career Opportunities
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Innovation, Collaboration and Fun
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Other fun Perks!

What's it like to work here?
Spin Master is a fast-paced, hands-on organization that provides many great opportunities for impactful decision-making; though our challenging start-up atmosphere isn't for everyone, we have a proven record of opportunities for future advancement and internal transfers for our passionate and results driven team.
Everyone is welcome in our sandbox and we are committed to an accessible and inclusive hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants.
Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at TAinquiries@spinmaster.com or by phone at 416 364-6002 and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @SpinMaster to stay up to date on Spin Master career opportunities.
We do appreciate all interest; however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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