3D Artist
3D artists model, texture, light and render objects, characters and environments for film, games, advertising and product visuals.
What the work involves
- Modelling assets from concepts or references
- Texturing and shading
- Lighting and rendering scenes
- Working in a pipeline with animators and compositors
Where people work
- Animation and VFX studios
- Game studios
- Architecture visualisation
- Product and advertising studios
Working independently. Product renders and asset creation are popular remote freelance work.
How the career progresses
Junior 3D artist
Props and simple assets.
3D artist
Hero assets and scenes.
Senior or lead artist
Look development and team lead.
The PGA route in
Start at the level that suits you. Credits carry forward, so you can stop, work, and come back for the next step.
- Diploma · 1 year Motion Graphics & Animation Diploma
- Bachelor’s · 4 years BS AI Digital Arts & Creative Design
- Master’s · 1.5 years MS AI Digital Arts & Creative Design