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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize the design and development of advanced attitude control systems for hypersonic vehicles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliable performance and integration of critical ha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform aerospace design by leading the development of advanced attitude control systems, ensuring precision and reliability in high-performance hypersonic vehicles through innovative mechanical eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative electrical designs for Federal projects, leading teams and ensuring quality. Collaborate with project managers to meet budgets while mentoring staff and enhancing efficiency in a dy...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex electrical designs for Federal projects, leading teams and ensuring quality. Collaborate with project managers to meet budgets and timelines while mentoring staff and enhancing effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $110K *

Champion innovative electrical design solutions for Federal projects, leading teams and ensuring quality deliverables while adhering to budget and timelines. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical design projects for Federal and Government sectors. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, mentor staff, and apply industry standards while ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Inspire creativity by translating complex research into engaging motion design. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop compelling visual narratives that enhance understanding and accessibility of i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead innovative electrical design projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality building systems solutions from concept to completion...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $269K *

Optimize financial systems by leading the design and implementation of best-in-class Order-to-Cash processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automation and scalability while mentor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $96K *

Drive innovative audiovisual solutions by translating client needs into detailed designs. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success from concept to deployment, while creating comprehens...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining mechanical design in power electronics. Lead the development of custom equipment for high-performance manufacturing, ensuring reliability and scalability in innovative in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Create innovative electrical systems for controls and automation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance solutions from concept to commissioning, while optimizing desig...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$166K - $220K *

Shape the future of autonomous operations by designing intuitive interfaces for command and control systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $220K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team shaping the future of autonomous systems. Collaborate across disciplines to design intuitive interfaces that enhance military operations and user experiences in co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $143K *

Lead the charge in implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategies for a prominent healthcare project, coordinating diverse teams to enhance design efficiency through advanced technologies...

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

$150K - $225K *

Pioneer innovative design solutions as a Staff Product Designer, driving AI-powered workflows and enhancing user experiences in a complex legal tech environment. Collaborate closely with engineering t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Senior Plant 3D Administrator, leading project setup and digital engineering initiatives. Drive automation and standardization across multidisciplinary teams while p...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative product development by leading commercialization efforts, mentoring team members, and optimizing workflows to meet consumer and business needs while ensuring quality and effic...

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in innovative electrical system design, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, code-compliant solutions for diverse projects. Support project execution through tech...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of human-centric 3D solutions by leveraging cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning techniques. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative algorithms that enhance health...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your engineering career by developing innovative solutions for bolting and joint integrity projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, cost-effective designs that meet cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $140K *

Drive innovation by designing and prototyping mechanical systems for advanced defense platforms. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize performance and manufacturability throughout the...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with our Design Team as a Technical Designer to transform creative concepts into production-ready garments, while ensuring design integrity. Leverage your expertise in contemporary women's...

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

$115K - $200K *

Help us optimize the future of 3D printing by enhancing performance across our SLA & SLS platforms. Collaborate with a diverse team to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver innovative solut...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$126K - $192K *

Elevate the gaming experience by crafting immersive environments that enhance storytelling. Collaborate with a talented team to define the visual identity of a vibrant world, ensuring artistic consist...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.