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Epoch Games

Lead 3D Game Artist

Winston Salem, NC

Ability to manage others, especially 3D Game Artists * Ability to work with and provide ... Pixologic ZBrush / Mudbox Recommended 2D Image Software (either or both): * Photoshop (CS4 and up)

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

AbZorba Games

Game Animator & Vfx Artist AbZorba Games, part of Greentube and NOVOMATIC Interactive, is a world ... Bring 2D character to life using 2D skeletal animations * Collaborate closely with a team of top ...

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 ...

Rockstar Games

Artist: Environment

Andover, MA

$128K - $154K/yr

... to enrich in-game environments. * Create procedural 2D and 3D art using traditional modeling ... Participate in R&D and problem solving to find artistic solutions to technical problems. * Stay ...

SciPlay

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX

$125K - $150K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Technical Artist acts as aresource within the art team, mentoring other ... Unity game engine * Working knowledge of Unity's Universal Rendering Pipeline * Animation - 2D ...

SciPlay

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Technical Artist acts as a resource within the art team, mentoring ... Unity game engine * Working knowledge of Unity's Universal Rendering Pipeline * Animation - 2D ...

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How much do internship 2d game artist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship 2d 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 does an Internship 2D Game Artist do?

An Internship 2D Game Artist assists in creating visual content for video games, such as characters, environments, and user interface elements, under the supervision of senior artists. They usually work with digital art tools like Photoshop or Illustrator to design and refine game assets. Interns often collaborate with other team members, including game designers and programmers, to ensure their artwork fits the game's style and technical requirements. This role is a great opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience and build a professional portfolio.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as an Internship 2D Game Artist?

As an Internship 2D Game Artist, you can expect to contribute to a variety of tasks such as creating character sprites, environment art, user interface elements, and visual assets for ongoing game projects. You’ll likely collaborate closely with game designers, programmers, and other artists to ensure your art aligns with the overall game vision and technical requirements. Interns are often given the opportunity to participate in brainstorming sessions, receive feedback from senior artists, and refine their skills in a supportive environment. The workload typically involves a mix of independent asset creation and teamwork on larger visual features, providing a well-rounded experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship 2D Game Artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship 2D Game Artist, you need a solid understanding of drawing fundamentals, color theory, and design principles, often demonstrated through a portfolio of original artwork. Familiarity with digital art tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Clip Studio Paint is typically expected. Creativity, openness to feedback, and effective communication set standout candidates apart in collaborative game development environments. These skills ensure the creation of visually engaging assets that align with the game's artistic vision and workflow.

What is the difference between Internship 2D Game Artist vs Junior 2D Game Artist?

AspectInternship 2D Game ArtistJunior 2D Game Artist
CredentialsTypically enrolled in or recently graduated from relevant art or game design programsProfessional portfolio and some industry experience
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, often part-time or temporary, in game studios or companiesFull-time or part-time employment in game development teams
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with asset creation, learning workflows, and gaining industry experienceCreating game assets, collaborating with teams, and contributing to projects
Usage in IndustryEntry-level position for students or recent graduatesEarly-career professional role with more independence

In summary, an Internship 2D Game Artist is a temporary, learning-focused position for students or recent graduates, while a Junior 2D Game Artist is a full-time role requiring some industry experience and greater responsibility.

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Lead 3D Game Artist

Lead 3D Game Artist

Epoch Games

Winston Salem, NC

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. We have no centrally-located headquarters and are unincorporated at this time. Most of the original founding members were modders developing the total conversion Middle Earth Roleplaying Project (MERP) mod for the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim:
http://www.moddb.com/mods/merp-middle-earth-roleplaying-project
Currently Epoch Games is developing The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO). LoA:SO is an in-development indie open-world RPG set in an original fantasy world. The game is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4 (UE4):
https://www.unrealengine.com/
For more information about the game, please check out our IndieDb page:
http://www.indiedb.com/games/the-lays-of-althas-sundered-order
NOTE: The address listed is our central office, but we are working as a completely remote development team at this time. No relocation is necessary.

Job Description

In this volunteer position you will be managing, and review the 3D work of, a team of other talented 3D Artist who work on a variety of high-quality, textured 3D assets for the The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA: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 pipeline. You must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with other team-members and not be afraid to ask should any problems arise. We are an English-speaking team, so English fluency is a must.

Other duties include following team policies (given through team orientation as upon acceptance to the team) as well as attending meetings through Slack (our instant message program that we use to communicate)

This is a volunteer position, so no monetary compensation is being offered. We also cannot offer any work visas. We are only looking for spare-time hours.

At this time, we are having to rely upon free (or previously licensed) software. Please refer to the applications listed below for guidelines. We do not endorse piracy in any shape or form.

Qualifications

  • Good Communication and Team-collaboration skills is a must

  • Ability to manage others, especially 3D Game Artists

  • Ability to work with and provide constructive criticism and feedback to 3D Models and Textures

  • Knowledge of Physically-based Rendering (PBR) experience for game modeling/sculpting required.

  • Knowledge of working with low-poly/game-ready assets required.

  • Knowledge of Texturing (Diffuse, Normal, Displacement etc).

  • A passion for game development

Additional Information

Recommended 3D Modeling Software (1 or more):

  • Autodesk 3DS Max / Maya

  • Blender

  • Pixologic ZBrush / Mudbox

Recommended 2D Image Software (either or both):

  • Photoshop (CS4 and up)
  • GIMP

If you are missing any, we can help provide you with software.

Also recommended experience with Unreal Engine

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