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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$136K - $166K *

Elevate design excellence by developing intricate block-level and full-chip layouts. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize layouts for performance, power, area, and manufacturability across state...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

Deliver high-quality integrated circuit layouts while solving complex design challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, power, area, and manufacturability in advanced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

Build innovative layouts in advanced semiconductor technology, transforming complex circuit designs into production-ready silicon. Collaborate with a skilled team to optimize performance and manufactu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Transform scientific software development by integrating AI-driven solutions for molecular design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software that empowers scientists in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $107K *

Engage in the design and documentation of mechanical systems for mining projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to create innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with engineering standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of robotics by designing integrated actuators for advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, manufacturability, and reliabili...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$271K - $322K *

Join a team that's redefining user experiences across platforms. Shape the navigation and interaction models of a leading consumer app, ensuring seamless usability on mobile, desktop, console, and XR...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $125K *

Inspire innovation as a Senior Industrial Designer, leading product design initiatives across diverse pet categories. Drive impactful design from concept to commercialization, blending creativity with...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Elevate creativity by designing and delivering impactful print projects on time. Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth project flow while staying updated on design trends and software, contributing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$86K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative Low Voltage Transformers, leading quality improvement initiatives, and supporting new product development while ensuring compliance with industry s...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of advanced ASIC blocks for communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define specifications and ensure successful implementation of compl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $166K *

Lead enterprise PLM transformation initiatives as a Teamcenter PLM Solution Architect, driving scalable solutions and digital engineering programs across global organizations while fostering strong st...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer concepts into innovative electrical designs that prioritize safety and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop detailed drawings and specifications for low- and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Drive the evolution of our design system by building foundational infrastructure that empowers designers, engineers, and AI agents to create cohesive, high-quality experiences while leading a growing...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by designing and implementing scalable applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage your C#, .NET Core, and AWS expertise to mentor others while driving archi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading project management efforts in commercial architecture. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure projects meet quality standards, budgets, and timelines while mentoring...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by overseeing architectural design and management, ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication, budget adherence, and quality assurance while mentoring junior st...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of geothermal energy by designing innovative piping systems. Join a dynamic team to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions for large-diameter brine and process piping in power ge...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving high-impact motion graphics and video content across diverse campaigns while collaborating with a passionate creative team dedicated to innovation and brand excellence in a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $88K *

Join a dynamic team to design and analyze innovative structural elements for diverse projects. Collaborate with industry experts, utilize cutting-edge software, and contribute to sustainable design wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $296K *

Lead the charge in building and operating integrations and data pipelines that enhance business processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure data accuracy and accessibility while mentoring engineers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $296K *

Contribute to our Integration Engineering team by designing and building reliable data pipelines and integrations across key business systems, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility while mentoring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the visual identity of our brand by creating and managing all creative assets. Leverage AI tools to enhance design efficiency, build templates, and empower teams while ensuring a cohesive bran...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $95K *

Explore opportunities to enhance product development as you manage fit standards and oversee technical design processes from prototype to production while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of design excellence by leading innovative projects, mentoring talent, and driving sustainable initiatives. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance commun...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.