Explore 3D Designer Jobs

3D designers turn concepts into compelling digital and physical experiences. They create models, environments, animations, and visualizations for industries such as technology, entertainment, architecture, product design, advertising, and manufacturing. Explore vetted 3D Designer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a 3D Designer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but often include building and refining 3D models, developing textures and materials, lighting and rendering scenes, creating animations, and preparing assets for production. Designers may collaborate with art directors, engineers, product teams, animators, and clients to translate briefs and technical requirements into polished visual work.

Skills and Tools for 3D Designer Roles

Employers commonly seek strong visual design fundamentals, spatial reasoning, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly. Depending on the role, useful experience may include 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, rendering, real-time workflows, and visualization. Tools vary across teams and may include Blender, Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, ZBrush, or real-time engines such as Unreal Engine.

Career Paths and Opportunities

3D designers can specialize in areas such as product visualization, architectural visualization, character and environment art, motion design, virtual production, or interactive experiences. With experience, professionals may advance to senior designer, lead artist, art director, or other creative leadership roles. Requirements and compensation depend on specialization, experience, location, and employer.

Find 3D Designer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Explore 3D Designer listings, compare role requirements, and discover opportunities that align with your creative strengths and career goals.

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$160K - $500K+*

Drive innovative silicon design methodologies, overseeing subsystem and chip-level deliverables from micro-architecture to sign-off. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve optimal performa...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and enhancing robust full-stack solutions. You'll take ownership of features from design to deployment, collaborating with engineers to deliver high-quality, s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $209K *

Drive the future of device software as a hands-on technical lead, overseeing architecture and delivery for a team of firmware engineers. Own critical subsystems, ensuring safety and performance while...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing aerospace wire harnesses, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-impact consulting solutions for clients in the Energy & Utilities sector. Manage engagements, build relationships, and mentor teams to drive client success and strat...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a talented engineering team to develop innovative airgap-native software solutions. Drive product success in National Defense by ensuring seamless integration with UDS, fostering collaboration...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $235K *

Elevate your career as you design and maintain backend services that manage customer entitlements and usage workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and deliver impa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $230K *

Transform mission-critical applications by collaborating with AI engineers to enhance performance, scalability, and security. Drive technical excellence and mentor peers while navigating dynamic feder...

Reston, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $219K *

Transform the Unity Editor by developing cross-platform API abstractions using modern C++. Collaborate with seasoned engineers to enhance user experiences across Windows, macOS, and Linux while mainta...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI/LLM security by leading innovative offensive strategies, defining technical vision, and driving cross-company initiatives to enhance NodeZero's capabilities in identifying and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative service design solutions for government clients, utilizing human-centered methods to address organizational challenges. Lead discovery sessions, synthesize insights, and collaborate...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $190K *

Join us to define and evolve the architecture of a cutting-edge digital platform, guiding engineering decisions and establishing shared services for scalable, secure, and reliable solutions that empow...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform brand vision into cohesive creative suites across digital and print. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engaging designs that enhance customer experience and uphold brand sta...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic business growth in the USA, focusing on market entry, key relationships, and executive negotiations. Build and manage a high-performance team while driving revenue and enhancing overall...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $124K *

Optimize advanced material planning activities across customer projects, ensuring procurement readiness and risk identification while facilitating seamless transitions from planning to purchasing exec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in crafting exceptional user experiences by owning design projects from ideation to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate product quality and ensure a cohesive vis...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $167K *

Drive efficiency at the intersection of product development and customer engagement by building integrations and automations that empower teams with timely, relevant product knowledge and streamline w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $185K *

Drive technical excellence by developing standards and processes for commissioning, ensuring consistent execution across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workforce capabili...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative municipal engineering solutions. You'll manage complex projects, oversee data analysis, and provide technical support while collaborating with int...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $117K *

Develop design layouts and drafting for civil and geotechnical projects, collaborating with teams to produce high-quality drawings and details. Engage in mentoring CAD technicians while ensuring adher...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform complex virtual infrastructures by managing, securing, and optimizing hybrid cloud environments. Ensure system stability and high availability through proactive monitoring, lifecycle managem...

Anniston, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Unlock potential by advancing 3D vision research through innovative algorithms and open source applications. Collaborate with experts to tackle challenges in photogrammetry and computer vision, contri...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join our Central Art Team to develop robust animation systems in Unreal Engine 5, connecting animation, art, design, and engineering. Create tools and workflows that empower animators, ensuring seamle...

Beverly Hills, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by developing digital tools for streamlined workflows across design, engineering, and construction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create custom applications that enhanc...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a 3D designer do?question toggle

    A 3D designer creates digital models, scenes, animations, and visualizations. The work may support products, architecture, games, film, advertising, or other experiences, depending on the employer.

  • What skills are important for 3D designer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, visual design, spatial reasoning, collaboration, and clear communication. Specific requirements differ by role and industry.

  • Which software do 3D designers use?question toggle

    Tools vary by specialty and team. Common examples include Blender, Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, ZBrush, and Unreal Engine.

  • What industries hire 3D designers?question toggle

    3D designers work across technology, entertainment, architecture, product design, advertising, manufacturing, and other fields that use three-dimensional visualization or digital content.

  • Can 3D designers find jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities that may suit experienced 3D designers. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, specialty, location, and employer.