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What We Need We are looking for an exceptionally skilled 3D Character Artist to join us and process ... rendering * Produce animation ROM playblast movies for client asset review What Will Make You A ...

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How much do trainee 3d rendering artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee 3d rendering artist in the United States is $39.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee 3D Rendering Artist vs Junior 3D Artist?

AspectTrainee 3D Rendering ArtistJunior 3D Artist
CredentialsBasic knowledge, often in training or courseworkFormal education or equivalent experience in 3D modeling and rendering
Work EnvironmentLearning-focused, supervised tasksIndependent work with increasing responsibility
Industry UsageEntry-level position, often in training programsEntry to mid-level role in studios or firms

The Trainee 3D Rendering Artist is typically an entry-level position focused on learning and developing skills under supervision, whereas the Junior 3D Artist has more experience and handles more complex tasks independently. Both roles serve as stepping stones in a 3D rendering career, but the Junior 3D Artist is expected to contribute more significantly to projects.

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Infographic showing various Trainee 3D Rendering Artist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 11% Temporary, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,070 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

3D Artist (Hard Surface Modeler)

Scattermesh

Herndon, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Job Summary

Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced Hard Surface Modelers to work across client projects on a full time basis in Herndon, VA. This role requires an artist with a keen eye for detail and an attention to the storytelling that lies in the creation of 3D models. We’re looking for an artist who specializes in photorealistic models of hard surface props, vehicles, and buildings. The ideal candidate has mastery of ideal model topology, texturing, shader networks, and physically based rendering. 

 

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Recreate Reality - Create 3D objects from photo reference with a high degree of realism and accuracy to life
  • Tell Stories - Objects carry life, portray the backstory of objects through their textures and details
  • Solve Problems – Use your experience and knowledge to push our workflow further. When new challenges arise come armed with options to deliver quality products.
  • Deliver – Be able to work with the team to communicate, collaborate, and deliver within a schedule.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Mastery of hard surface topology principles
  • Mastery of PBR surfacing
  • Knowledge of preparing 3D models for rendering within Maya using Arnold shader nodes
  • Ability to retopologize models either CAD or from Photogrammetry scans
  • Strong sense of color, space, light, and materials
  • Communicate effectively with team members across departments
  • Environment modeling skills/knowledge is a plus
  • Proficiency in Adobe Substance 3D Painter is required, Designer is a plus
  • Marvelous Designer or similar tool proficiency is a plus
  • Capable of producing high quality props, objects, vehicles, etc for photo real VFX composites

Benefits and Perks

Scattermesh is as obsessed about our employees as our customers. We want to provide great benefits and perks so you can focus on making an impact. We recognize that industry is moving away from better benefits so we have decided to do our part to start reversing the trend. Join us in our quest to disrupt, transform and innovate.

 

Benefits

  • Competitive Market Leading Pay 
  • 25-30 days - Paid Time Off (PTO) / Holiday
  • 100% Company paid medical/dental/vision/plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) Matching with no cliff vest

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