ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Unreal Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Swaybox Studios

Unreal Technical Artist

New Orleans, LA

$122K - $146K/yr

Unreal Technical Artist Location: New Orleans, LA Studio: Swaybox Studios Department: VFX Department Reports To: VFX Supervisor/Unreal Supervisor Employment Type: Full Time - This is an ONSITE ...

Swaybox Studios

Unreal Technical Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

Unreal Technical Artist Location: New Orleans, LA Studio: Swaybox Studios Department: VFX Department Reports To: VFX Supervisor/Unreal Supervisor Employment Type: Full Time - This is an ONSITE ...

Steamroller Animation

NY · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

About the role As a Senior Unreal Lighting Artist, you aren't just placing lights; you are a visual storyteller. You will be responsible for the final look of cinematic sequences, translating mood ...

The Mill

Technical Artist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$139K - $166K/yr

Material Creation - Design complex materials in Unreal and instruct artists on best practices for material creation * Lighting - Be well versed in the various lighting techniques in Unreal and ...

The Mill

Technical Artist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$139K - $166K/yr

Material Creation - Design complex materials in Unreal and instruct artists on best practices for material creation * Lighting - Be well versed in the various lighting techniques in Unreal and ...

Together Group

Senior Unreal Developer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Senior Unreal Developer Department: Imerza Employment Type: Full Time Location: Imerza Reporting To ... Our team blends cutting-edge technology with artistic craftsmanship to create immersive, real-time ...

Magnopus

Unreal Cinematic Pipeline Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $190K/yr

Magnopus is looking for an Unreal Cinematic Pipeline Engineer to help build and maintain the tools ... Our teams bring together engineers, artists, designers and producers to create ambitious work for ...

Together Group

Senior Unreal Developer

Sarasota, FL

Our team blends cutting-edge technology with artistic craftsmanship to create immersive, real-time ... The Senior Unreal Developer plays a pivotal role in shaping Imerza's Unreal Engine development ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsArts and Entertainment JobsArts JobsDigital Artist JobsUnreal Artist Jobs

Unreal Artist information

See salary details

$95.5K

$138.7K

$153.5K

How much do unreal artist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for unreal artist in the United States is $138,713.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an unreal artist?

An Unreal Artist is a digital artist who specializes in creating 3D environments, assets, and visual effects using Unreal Engine. They work in industries like gaming, architecture, film, and virtual production to design immersive, real-time experiences. Their responsibilities may include modeling, texturing, lighting, and optimizing scenes for performance. Strong artistic skills combined with technical proficiency in Unreal Engine’s tools, such as Blueprints and shaders, are essential.

What are the typical collaboration dynamics for unreal artists within a game or virtual production team?

Unreal Artists often work closely with game designers, programmers, technical artists, and other visual artists to create high-quality assets and environments within Unreal Engine. Daily tasks may involve participating in team meetings, reviewing feedback, and integrating assets based on project requirements. Effective collaboration is essential, as Unreal Artists must ensure that their creations align with gameplay needs, technical constraints, and the overall artistic vision. This role offers opportunities to contribute creative ideas, learn from peers across disciplines, and take on greater responsibilities as you build experience. Strong teamwork and communication skills help artists advance into senior or lead roles over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an unreal artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Unreal Artist, you need a strong proficiency in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation, typically supported by experience with Unreal Engine and a relevant degree or portfolio. Familiarity with tools such as Unreal Engine, Autodesk Maya or 3ds Max, Substance Painter, and Photoshop is often expected, and Unreal Engine certifications can be advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, collaboration, and effective communication are key soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities are essential for delivering visually compelling content and integrating seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced production environments.

More about Unreal Artist jobs

What cities are hiring for Unreal Artist jobs?

Cities with the most Unreal Artist job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Unreal Artist jobs?

The most popular types of Unreal Artist jobs are:

What states have the most Unreal Artist jobs?

States with the most job openings for Unreal Artist jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Unreal Artist jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Unreal Artist jobs are:

Unreal Artist jobs near you
Infographic showing various Unreal Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,713 per year, or $66.7 per hour.

Unreal Artist/Technical Director - Virtual Production

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Virtual Producer
See more jobs at Virtual Producerexternal

$80 - $120/hr

Other

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

We’re partnering with a well-established NYC-based studio that has been an industry powerhouse for over 25 years – during this time, some of the most iconic film and photo shoots have happened in their studios.

In recent weeks, they’ve made a major investment to turn some of their space into a virtual production studio, have spared no expense with the LED panels and hardware, and have created a state-of-the-art brain bar with the latest technology available.

The VP stage will be mainly used for short-form content (marketing/advertising shoots) and is set to go live in Mid-Feburary 2023. They already have major interest from their existing clients who want to book the stage for shoots.

Owing to this, they have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Unreal Artist/Technical Director to join their team.

Responsibilities

Working closely with the Virtual Production team, you’ll be responsible for creating demonstration materials, testing client content, and running workshop content. During production, you’ll work with the client’s creative artists from the production team to assist in loading client content.

  • Build and assemble CG environments in Unreal Engine 4.5/5.
  • Oversee and produce 2D and 3D plate environments for Virtual Shoot when UE 3D environments are unnecessary.
  • Use appropriate tools to simulate a real camera in UE 4.5/5.
  • Provide technical support as it relates to Unreal Engine and virtual set design.
  • Operate UE on set during Virtual Production Shoot.
  • Create per-visualization renders to be utilized to create presentations for clients, storyboards and VFX breakdowns.
  • Interact with other related departments/clients, including Creative and Technical teams.
  • Develop internal digital file management protocols and a pipeline.
  • Possess a strong sense of composition, staging, and blocking.
  • Strong communication skills, organized and detail‑oriented.
Qualifications

To qualify for this opportunity, the company is looking for an experienced Unreal Artist/Technical Director with experience working on Virtual Production projects.

The successful Unreal Artist/Technical Director will have detailed experience in Unreal Engine with the ability to load, manage and manipulate real-time content within the engine. You’ll also be able to generate 3D content in other DCC packages, such as Maya, to be imported into Unreal Engine.

Opportunities

In return for these skills, you’ll work on groundbreaking projects using cutting‑edge technology with global powerhouse brands. As the studio expands in the coming months, the role also offers the opportunity to build and lead your own teams.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply