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Hourly 3D Game Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

You are equally an artist and a designer, with the ability to touch every aspect of the level ... Must have worked on at least one 3D game from conception to completion. * Great knowledge of Maya ...

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

You are equally an artist and a designer, with the ability to touch every aspect of the level ... Must have worked on at least one 3D game from conception to completion. * Great knowledge of Maya ...

Contract 3D Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Visit our YouTube Channels Aphmau Gaming Aphmau Shuki Aphmau Diaries Visit our websites Aphmau Store Catface Website About the Job We are seeking a talented and creative 3D Artist to join our team ...

Proven experience as a 3D Artist within game development, with a strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality asset creation for real-time environments. * Strong proficiency in creating game-ready 3D ...

3D Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $140K/yr

Prisms VR is a San Francisco-based team of educators, game developers, and engineers transforming ... As a 3D Artist, you will craft characters, environments, and educational 3D motion graphic ...

3D Artist

New York, NY · Remote

$55/hr

About the Role We are looking for a talented and creative 3D Artist to join our team. The ... Experience with animation, game development, product visualization, or VFX is an advantage.

Prisms VR is a San Francisco-based team of educators, game developers, and engineers transforming ... As a 3D Artist, you will craft characters, environments, and educational 3D motion graphic ...

Description The 3D Environmental Artist is an entry-to-mid-level technical artist responsible for ... Game Art * Digital Media * Animation * Visual Effects (VFX) * Environmental Design * Architecture

ORA_ON_SITE Description The 3D Environmental Artist is an entry-to-mid-level technical artist ... Game Art * Digital Media * Animation * Visual Effects (VFX) * Environmental Design * Architecture

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How much do hourly 3d game artist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly 3d game 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 is the difference between Hourly 3D Game Artist vs 3D Modeler?

AspectHourly 3D Game Artist3D Modeler
Primary FocusCreating 3D assets specifically for games, including characters, environments, and propsModeling 3D objects for various industries like film, product design, or animation
Work EnvironmentGame studios, freelance for game projectsDesign firms, animation studios, freelance
Required SkillsGame engine integration, low-poly modeling, texturing, understanding of game optimizationHigh-poly modeling, detailed texturing, rendering skills

While both roles involve 3D modeling, an Hourly 3D Game Artist specializes in creating assets optimized for interactive gameplay within the gaming industry, often working with game engines. A 3D Modeler may work across various industries, focusing on detailed models for visual effects, animation, or product visualization. The key difference lies in the focus on game-specific requirements versus general 3D modeling tasks.

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Infographic showing various Hourly 3D Game Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,136 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

3D Game Design Instructor (Unity, Unreal Engine) for After School K-12

Togetherhood

New York, NY • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

About Togetherhood
At Togetherhood, we're building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it's arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.
 
Our mission is simple but powerful: "to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education." We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passion with kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood.
What You'll Do

As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach 3D Game Design to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across NYC. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks.

As an after school instructor, you'll have the following responsibilities:
  • Develop age-appropriate 3D Game Design curriculum for after-school students using Unity and/or Unreal Engine. 
  • Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise where students practice coding, build immersive worlds, and design games that are fun to play and share. 
  • Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
  • Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
  • Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
  • Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
  • Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
  • Create a memorable experience for the children in your class
Who You Are

A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable instructor, with experience teaching school age children, and who:

  • Has subject matter expertise in 3D Game Design using Unity and/or Unreal Engine. 
  • Has a passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids
  • Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
  • Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
  • Is cooperative, supportive, flexible
  • Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy ... and also appreciates support and clear expectations
$90 - $120 an hour
Teachers in the Togetherhood network are paid per class, either flat rate or per-student (determined by the partner school). This is contracted, supplemental 1099 work. There is a separate materials budget for teachers to use for classes requiring one.
How To Apply
  • Click the link and provide a resume showcasing relevant teaching experience
  • If you lack formal teaching experience, please share any other relevant experience or training in the application questionnaire
  • If you are interested in after school assistant positions, please click here to learn more!
What to Expect
  • If your resume is a fit, we'll reach out to set up a screening call on Google Meet
  • Candidates advancing from screenings will have a second video interview, in which we will ask you to share a sample lesson plan
  • The final step of the process is onboarding into our platform, ready to accept classes!
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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