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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$148K - $185K *

Join us to create user-centered designs that enhance account opening experiences for banks and credit unions, collaborating closely across teams to innovate and uphold a high standard of quality and c...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $203K *

Design impactful monetization experiences that enhance user engagement and drive revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create seamless, user-centered journeys while leveraging AI tools t...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by shaping mobile development solutions and guiding implementation teams to deliver projects following your architectural designs, ensuring quality and effectiveness throughout the de...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate the delivery of complex, cross-functional programs by leading strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with client objectives and operational excellenc...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $92K *

Champion client relationships post-launch, ensuring retention and growth through strategic support and advocacy. Drive account success by uncovering opportunities, enhancing value, and achieving sales...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative civil designs for utility-scale solar and battery projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create site layouts, grading, and drainage plans, ensuring compliance and ef...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Deliver high-quality software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure s...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our rendering system, enhancing performance and user experience across cutting-edge video technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to push the boundaries of audio an...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing clinical trial project setups and amendments. Collaborate with teams to ensure client requirements are met, while serving as a subject matter expert to enhance process eff...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $188K *

Transform BIM services by leading a skilled team, ensuring technical excellence and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning to enhance project delivery a...

Lenexa, KSRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the user experience by designing intuitive digital hospitality solutions. Collaborate with product teams to create engaging interfaces across multiple platforms, ensuring seamless guest intera...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$126K - $162K *

Drive project success by leading design and construction phases, managing teams, and ensuring client satisfaction in commercial and mission-critical environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to deli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$220K - $290K *

Elevate the user experience in healthcare by leading design innovation! You'll spearhead our design strategy, fostering a high-performance team while simplifying complex workflows into intuitive, beau...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $146K *

Analyze and enhance quality processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Engage in technical leadership and project management to develop industry standards and reports. Collaborate with working groups to drive best practices and support continuous improvement initiatives...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product design by leading innovative initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams, and shaping user experiences from concept to delivery. Drive design excellence and foster a culture of feedbac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $101K *

Transform the ECAD library by collaborating with engineers and PCB designers to create and maintain component representations, ensuring adherence to corporate guidelines and industry standards while s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $200K *

Optimize business growth by developing strategies, nurturing client relationships, and driving revenue. Lead market research and sales initiatives to identify opportunities, ensuring a robust pipeline...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $230K *

Shape creative excellence and operational effectiveness by leading a design team, fostering innovation, and building strong client relationships to drive agency growth and deliver impactful design sol...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise database environments for mission-critical HRIT applications, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance with federal standards while collab...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse Investor Center projects, managing all phases from concept to closeout. Ensure timely delivery within budget and scope while coordinating with stakeholders, contractors, and...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on integrating construction technology solutions. Collaborate with customers and partners to enhance workflows, drive adoption, and deliver impactful...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $164K *

Transform electrical engineering workflows by leading AI-driven automation projects. Manage multiple scopes, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs while collaborating with cross-functional team...

Markham, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.