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Virtual 3D Rendering Artist Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual 3d rendering artist in Cleveland, OH is $38.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.35 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual 3D Rendering Artist vs 3D Modeler?

AspectVirtual 3D Rendering Artist3D Modeler
Primary FocusCreating photorealistic visualizations and renders from 3D modelsBuilding and designing 3D models from concepts or sketches
Skills & ToolsRendering software (V-Ray, Arnold), Photoshop, lighting, texturingModeling software (Maya, Blender, 3ds Max), topology, geometry
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, architectural firms, visualization agenciesAnimation studios, game development, product design

While both roles require 3D skills, a Virtual 3D Rendering Artist specializes in producing realistic images and visualizations, whereas a 3D Modeler focuses on creating the 3D models themselves. The roles often collaborate but serve different stages of the visualization process.

Infographic showing various Virtual 3D Rendering Artist job openings in Cleveland, OH as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Internship, 50% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $79,594 per year, or $38.3 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty - Digital Arts

Lorain County Community College

Elyria, OH • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Lorain County Community College rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description


The Department of Visual Art, Division of Arts and Humanities at Lorain County Community College is looking for adjunct instructors to teach a variety of introductory Digital Arts courses, including Digital Imaging, Digital Illustration, Computer Programming for Artists, 2D Animation, and 3d Modeling and 3D Animation. Instructors will teach digital arts fundamentals to students in animation, photography, graphic design and game design in our recently updated Mac Lab using the Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk Maya, Processing p5.js, Unity and other industry standard software. Our lab is located in the PC Campana Center for Ideation and Invention, where students and faculty have open access to large format printers, laser cutters, audio recording, a virtual reality CAVE, a variety of VR/AR headsets, 3D printing, and our SuperFab Lab.
Qualifications
Qualifications include Masters in the discipline or a Masters and 18+ credit hours, MFA preferred, teaching experience or demonstrated training experience, proficiency in the appropriate software, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The complete application file should include: a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise, an updated curriculum vitae (CV), unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and the contact information of three professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Candidate selected will be required to complete a background check prior to being hired.
About LCCC:
Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs.
Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County's high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC's high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future.
LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC's students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success.
Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible. Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.

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