3d Designer Jobs

A 3D Designer in the commercial art industry is responsible for creating three-dimensional models, animations, and visual effects to be used in various creative projects such as films, video games, and digital advertising campaigns. These professionals work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to interpret and bring to life concepts through high-quality 3D visuals. Their duties often include creating storyboards, developing models and graphics, and manipulating images to meet clients' specifications. They also must stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technological advancements to maintain competitiveness.

Essential skills for a 3D Designer include strong proficiency in 3D design software such as Autodesk 3ds Max, MAYA, Blender or others, alongside solid understanding of animation, storyboarding, texturing, lighting, and color theory. Certifications from recognized institutions such as a Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) or a certification in 3D graphics from Autodesk can be quite beneficial. A 3D Designer should also have excellent creativity, communication, and problem-solving skills. Before becoming a 3D Designer, a professional may have roles such as a Graphic Designer, Animator, or an Art Director, where they gain design experience and learn to work with different graphic tools and platforms.

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Senior Motion Designer, Performance Creative - Temporary Worker

  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago

After Effects to create compelling animations Able to work seamlessly in Cinema 4D Experience with AR filters preferred Aditional Information The hourly pay range for this position is $44.13 $ - 71.65...

Senior User Experience Designer, 3D Content Creation

  • Montreal, QC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Montreal, QC
  • 19 hours ago

Job Requisition ID # 25WD89334 25WD89334, Concepteur principal de l'experience utilisateur, creation de contenu 3D English job description to follow!/Description du poste en anglais a suivre!...

2D/3D Designer

  • Batesville, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Batesville, MS
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are: From Georgia. For Georgia. Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality...

3D Designer - Diablo/Freud Tools

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

We are expanding our marketing team and are looking for an extroverted, highly motivated, and driven 3D designer with 5-7 years of experience in video production and motion graphics....

Motion Designer

  • CA
  • 2 days ago
  • CA
  • 2 days ago

Expert proficiency in After Effects and at least one 3D platform (Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, or Houdini)....

Remote Work

3D Designer

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview: We are seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation 3D Modeler to assist in the integration of electrical and instrumentation designs within the owner's 3D model. The ideal...

Motion Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Expert proficiency in After Effects and at least one 3D platform (Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, or Houdini)....

Motion Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

4D Blender Adobe Premiere UI Adobe After Effects Full Job Description Ready to make pixels dance, swoosh, spin, and sparkle?...

CGI Artist

  • Dalton, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 6 days ago

Max, Maya Additional software experience: Adobe CC (Photoshop) Work Shift 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity...

3D Designer - Experiential, Spatial Design, Events

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 6 days ago

Our Agency client is seeking a 3D Designer (Experiential, Events) to join their team in a full-time role....

Motion Designer

  • New York City, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 6 days ago

What You'll Do Design and animate high-quality motion graphics....

Senior, 3D Designer, Innovation

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

**WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR** We're looking for an outstanding 3D designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology....

3D Graphic Designer Sr Lead

  • Orlando, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 8 days ago

Motion graphics experience (Adobe After Effects preferred) Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S....

3D RendererPosition OverviewOur client, a creative agency, is seeking a talented 3D Artist / Modeler / Illustrator to collaborate on ongoing beauty and luxury packaging design projects. This role...

This position is for a SmartPlant 3D Designer who will prepare electrical 3D designs as well as 2D electrical AutoCAD and SmartSketch designs to support new facility infrastructure design....

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Salary for 3d Designer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

3d Designers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
67.1%
Master's Degree
14.3%
Associate's Degree
10.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
2.6%
Some College
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by 3d Designers
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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