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3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)

$123K - $130K/yr

As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Ensure proper topology, rigging, and skinning for characters to meet animation and gameplay ...

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · Remote

$130K - $155K/yr

Develop advanced, optimized materials via node graphs using 3D/vector math. Create stunning real ... Game Development Service: Create Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Working Pattern: Remote

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$144K - $173K/yr

Develop advanced, optimized materials via node graphs using 3D/vector math. Create stunning real ... Game Development Service: Create Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Working Pattern: Remote

Weekday AI

Game Tools & Modding Engineer

Remote We are looking for a Game Tools & Modding Engineer with strong expertise in graphics ... Extend engine capabilities to improve workflows for developers, artists, and designers. Graphics ...

NxT Level

Technical Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$130K - $156K/yr

Remote - US and Canada only thatgamecompany designs and develops artistically crafted, broadly ... games that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We respect our players and want to ...

Pipeworks Studios

Technical Artist

Eugene, OR · On-site +1

$127K - $152K/yr

Ability to work as part of a game team. Nice-To-Have Skills Understanding of 3D art. Understanding ... We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid.

Jobgether

You'll work closely with designers, artists, producers, backend engineers, and QA to create ... Experience developing both 2D and 3D mobile games. * Proven experience optimizing mobile ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

We partner with industry-leading brands, artists, and studios such as Walmart, Google, NBCUniversal ... Experience creating thumbnails or key art for Roblox games. * Basic understanding of 3D pipelines ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

We partner with industry-leading brands, artists, and studios such as Walmart, Google, NBCUniversal ... Experience creating thumbnails or key art for Roblox games. * Basic understanding of 3D pipelines ...

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

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote 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 a remote 3D game artist?

Remote 3D Game Artists are digital artists who specialize in creating three-dimensional models, textures, and visual effects for video games while working from a location outside of a traditional office, often from home. They collaborate with game designers, animators, and developers to bring characters, environments, and assets to life in a game. These artists use specialized software such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max and communicate with their teams online using project management and communication tools. Working remotely allows for flexibility but also requires strong self-management and communication skills.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a remote 3D game artist?

To thrive as a Remote 3D Game Artist, you need proficiency in 3D modeling, texturing, and animation, often backed by a degree in art, design, or a related field. Expertise in industry-standard tools such as Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, and familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine is typically required. Strong communication, self-motivation, and time management are crucial soft skills for remote collaboration and meeting project deadlines. These skills and qualities ensure high-quality asset creation, seamless teamwork across distributed teams, and timely delivery in a competitive game development environment.

How does a remote 3D game artist effectively collaborate with developers and other team members across different time zones?

As a Remote 3D Game Artist, you will frequently collaborate with developers, animators, and designers using digital communication tools like Slack, Zoom, and project management platforms such as Jira or Trello. Effective communication and proactive sharing of progress updates are key to overcoming time zone differences. You'll likely participate in scheduled virtual meetings, provide feedback through shared assets or documents, and use version control systems to synchronize your work. Building strong relationships and maintaining clear documentation help ensure your creative input aligns with the team's vision and project deadlines.
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Infographic showing various Remote 3D Game Artist job openings in the United States 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 $123,136 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)

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Fort Lauderdale, FL • Remote

$123K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

About This Opportunity

Please note, this listing is not for an immediate open position but for our Talent Pool for Co-Development Roles. By applying, you express interest in being considered for future project-based opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

These opportunities are contingent on client needs and project availability. As projects are initiated or client proposals are developed, we will review candidates from this pool and contact those who most closely align with the specific requirements of the co-development opportunity.

As a 3D Character Artist, you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring life and personality to our projects. This mid-level generalist role focuses on modeling, texturing, and optimizing character assets across a variety of styles for AAA-quality games on PC, console, mobile, and VR/AR platforms.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. We will check in to confirm your availability and interest.

Our hiring teams carefully vet and select top candidates who best meet project needs, ensuring that you are matched with the right opportunity when it becomes available.

Next Steps

If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects and want to be considered for future co-development opportunities, we encourage you to apply to this listing. While there may not be an immediate opening, your application ensures that you will be part of our ongoing talent review for upcoming roles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality 3D character assets, including organic and hard surface elements, from concept to final game-ready models.
  • Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project’s artistic vision and technical requirements.
  • Develop textures and materials using industry-standard tools, ensuring assets are optimized for performance across platforms.
  • Work within established pipelines and workflows to maintain consistency and efficiency in asset creation.
  • Ensure proper topology, rigging, and skinning for characters to meet animation and gameplay requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to character development.
  • Actively participate in team critiques, offering and receiving feedback to refine assets.

Requirements

Experience:

    • 3+ years of experience as a Character Artist in the video game industry.
    • Demonstrated contribution to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.

Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency with ZBrush, Maya, 3ds Max, Substance Painter, Photoshop, and other industry-standard tools.
    • Strong understanding of anatomy, proportion, weight, and volume as they relate to character design and animation.
    • Experience with high- and low-poly modeling, texturing, and shading techniques.
    • Knowledge of proper topology, rigging, and skinning practices.

Artistic Skills:

    • Strong eye for detail, form, and style consistency.
    • Ability to adapt to and create a range of visual styles, from realistic to stylized.

Collaboration Skills:

    • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
    • Ability to incorporate feedback and iterate effectively.

Passion for Gaming: Genuine enthusiasm for creating compelling characters and contributing to immersive game worlds.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with Marvelous Designer for clothing design and simulation.
  • Experience with photogrammetry and procedural workflows.
  • Knowledge of Unreal Engine or Unity for integrating character assets into the game.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.

Benefits

About Side 
Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 20 studios in 14 countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. 

Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. 

Experience our side of life. For more information, visit www.side.inc