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Prisms VR

3D Artist (Remote)

San Francisco, CA · Remote

Prisms is looking for a multifaceted 3D Artist who enjoys designing all aspects of 3D content development. As a 3D Artist, you will craft characters, environments, and educational 3D motion graphic ...

A&B Studio

Senior Product Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

We are seeking a Senior Product Designer to join our innovative remote design team. In this role ... Expertise in advanced 3D CAD modeling and rendering, proven experience in leading design projects ...

A&B Studio

Senior Product Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

We are seeking a Senior Product Designer to join our innovative remote design team. In this role ... Expertise in advanced 3D CAD modeling and rendering, proven experience in leading design projects ...

3METAD

Character Designer

San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$141K - $148K/yr

3D Character & Creature Artist - Remote - Revenue Share 3MetaD is looking for a Digital Artist / 3D ... designers, community moderators, front-end developers, and blockchain developers worldwide. We ...

3METAD

Character Designer

San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$141K - $148K/yr

3D Character & Creature Artist - Remote - Revenue Share 3MetaD is looking for a Digital Artist / 3D ... designers, community moderators, front-end developers, and blockchain developers worldwide. We ...

Nen Creative

Brand Designer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

Motion, 3D, or illustration skills * Marketing design experience across campaigns, social, or ... Remote-friendly, flexible, and entrepreneurial environment * Healthcare, PTO, 401K

YO AI Labs

Graphic Designer Expert - Remote

San Jose, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

Remote Role Summary We are seeking experienced Graphic Designers specializing in editorial, poster, and marketing layouts to support a design analysis and annotation project. You'll use your ...

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Menlo

Industrial Designer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$132K/yr

Produce high-fidelity 3D models, renderings, and physical prototypes to communicate and test design ... Experience designing for humanoid or legged robots, cobots, or other electromechanical systems

YO AI Labs

SolidWorks Expert - Remote

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$40 - $130/hr

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced SolidWorks Specialists to contribute their expertise ... Create fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using SolidWorks based on ...

YO AI Labs

SolidWorks Expert - Remote

San Jose, CA · Remote

$40 - $130/hr

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced SolidWorks Specialists to contribute their expertise ... Create fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using SolidWorks based on ...

YO AI Labs

SolidWorks Expert - Remote

Palo Alto, CA · Remote

$40 - $130/hr

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced SolidWorks Specialists to contribute their expertise ... Create fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using SolidWorks based on ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote 3d designer in San Ramon, CA is $32.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.31 and $40.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote 3D Designer?

A Remote 3D Designer is a professional who creates three-dimensional visual representations of objects, environments, or concepts using specialized software, all while working from a location outside of a traditional office setting. They collaborate with clients or teams online to design models for industries such as gaming, architecture, product design, or animation. Remote 3D Designers rely on digital communication tools to share their work and receive feedback, making it possible to work with clients and companies worldwide.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote 3D designer?

To thrive as a Remote 3D Designer, you need strong proficiency in 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization, typically supported by a relevant degree or portfolio of work. Mastery of industry-standard tools such as Blender, Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, or Cinema 4D, along with familiarity with collaborative platforms and file-sharing systems, is essential. Excellent communication, time management, and self-motivation are vital soft skills for succeeding in a remote work environment. These abilities ensure high-quality creative output, effective collaboration with clients and teams, and the ability to meet deadlines independently.

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3D Artist (Remote)

San Francisco, CA • Remote

Prisms VR
E-Learning • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Prisms VRexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

OUR MISSION:

Prisms VR is a San Francisco-based team of educators, game developers, and engineers transforming K12 STEM education through experiential real-world problem-solving powered by the next generation of spatial computing. We utilize adaptive Virtual Reality (VR) to engage, inspire, and open pathways to creative problem-solving to rapidly improve engagement and proficiencies in Math and Science across our country and beyond. Our mission is to break down barriers to access and build STEM proficiencies at scale for all students, worldwide.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Prisms is looking for a multifaceted 3D Artist who enjoys designing all aspects of 3D content development. As a 3D Artist, you will craft characters, environments, and educational 3D motion graphic animations for virtual reality. The ideal candidate should know and enjoy every aspect of the 3D content development process and have a working knowledge of developing assets for Unity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with a team of content designers and developers to design rich and attractive immersive environments and interactive props in a fast and iterative manner.
  • Demonstrate the generalist ability to problem-solve multiple facets of a 3D-for-real-time pipeline fo numerous projects with tight deadlines. Day-to-day tasks include but are not limited to:
    • Designing & creating characters, environments & prop assets;
    •  Rigging and animating characters and props;
    •  Retargeting character animation using mocap data;
    • Scene Layout and Lighting in Unity;
    • Creating Particle Effects;
    • Asset optimization for Mobile Standalone VR;
    • Creating 3D explainer animations based on STEM concepts using the in-house Unity Animation Timeline tool.
  • Design and adhere to standards and specifications that are consistent with the project vision and brand
    aesthetics.
  • Be a proactive member of the development team and report on task status and potential issues to
  • Ensure the product meets brand standards and expectations in all aspects.
  • Create and maintain documentation and guidelines relating to Art development.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Solid understanding of compositions, color theories, and other industry-standard best 3D art practices.
  • Solid knowledge of modern 3D authoring tools (Maya, Blender, Houdini, ZBrush, etc.)
  • Solid knowledge of Texture and Material Authoring tools like Substance Painter & Designer, Photoshop, etc.
  • Solid understanding of the technical limitations of real-time game engines and mobile VR platforms.
  • Experience in creating Motion Graphic Animation in After Effects or a similar tool.
  • Working experience in Unity.
  • Experience in creating shaders using Shadergraph or Amplify Editor.
  • Experience in creating particle effects using Unity Shuriken Particle System or VFX Graph.
  • Working experience in version control systems (Git Preferred).
  • Ability to maintain clean, organized, and non-destructive workflow.
  • Receptive to the iterative design process and willing to participate in many areas of VR development beyond art responsibilities.
  • Highly motivated and skilled at both working individually and collaborating with a team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in Virtual Reality Development.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced production environment
  • Experience in 3D Simulation, such as cloth, water, and/or particles.

PORTFOLIO

  • Applicant must provide a link to the portfolio in the resume. 
  • The ideal portfolio should showcase all aspects of 3D generalist skills, including your ability in modeling, texturing, Unity scene layout and lighting, and motion graphic animation.
  • Ability to complete an art test if requested.

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