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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of interconnect technology by designing innovative connector solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate globally and meet the demands of leadin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $162K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by architecting and developing innovative mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into scalable solutions, ens...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by developing cutting-edge cloud storage solutions. Collaborate within an Agile team to design, deliver, and maintain features that enhance medical imaging services, ensuring hig...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $145K *

Contribute to the development of a cloud storage solution, designing and delivering features for a medical imaging platform. Collaborate within an Agile team, taking ownership of the development lifec...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at driving business growth in the acute care market by developing strategies, expanding client relationships, and leveraging CRM tools to enhance profitability and market presence...

Richmond, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $131K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by driving business growth and fostering client relationships. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to expand our market presence and enhance profita...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you collaborate on innovative electrical designs, progressing from basic tasks to complex projects while ensuring quality and efficiency in a supportive environment...

CanadaRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling a partner implementation ecosystem, overseeing managers and ensuring high-quality delivery for finance software implementations. Drive team development and part...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $136K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by developing essential tooling and AI capabilities for engineers. This role spans software development, architecture, and collaboration in an Agile environm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$203K - $345K *

Elevate product strategy for SaaS platforms, driving growth and operational excellence. Connect technical capabilities with business outcomes while enhancing customer experience and scalability across...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Support commercial engineering efforts by generating proposals, process designs, and managing project tasks. Collaborate with sales teams and vendors to enhance project success across various water tr...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Transform business workflows by developing and maintaining applications that enhance productivity and information sharing across teams. Collaborate with IT and business units to deliver innovative sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$136K - $160K *

Drive transformation by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to enhance workflows through AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to redefine processes, ensuring operational...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $242K *

Champion innovative creative operations by managing design talent and projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work for world-class brands, ensuring efficiency and exc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable, secure systems that al...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading AI initiatives that drive business growth and operational efficiency. Collaborate across functions to embed AI into Rho's core operations, shaping a future where AI en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance SharePoint solutions for Permits and District Offices. Lead process improvements, translate business needs into user stories, and mentor junior staff while en...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $145K *

Unlock innovative fulfillment solutions by leading cross-functional teams to enhance online retail capabilities. Drive strategic improvements in order completeness and inventory accuracy while collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining visual storytelling in marketing. Lead creative direction and elevate brand identity across campaigns while mentoring designers to produce impactful, high-quality outputs...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize integration processes by bridging technical gaps between systems. Collaborate with campus IT to ensure seamless data flows, troubleshoot issues, and enhance integration reliability for succes...

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1 week ago

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

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing autonomous attack workflows for external surfaces, leveraging your expertise to enhance reconnaissance capabilities and mentor engineers while driving strategic technical...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of AI-driven document extraction solutions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize features and manage product roadmaps, driving i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $341K *

Architect and lead the mobile app development for a consumer rewards platform. Create engaging UI/UX, integrate backend systems, and manage virtual economies while mentoring engineering talent and ens...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $240K *

Unlock the potential of AI solutions for U.S. Government clients by leading technical engagements, translating complex challenges into actionable strategies, and delivering impactful demonstrations th...

Reston, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.