3D Artist

Sawhorse Productions

3D Artist creating diverse assets for interactive games and branded experiences. Joining Sawhorse Productions in a remote freelance capacity with an emphasis on quality and collaboration.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30 - $45 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in 3D modeling for games, with proficiency in Roblox Studio and a strong portfolio showcasing both realistic and stylized assets. Capable of managing workloads independently while ensuring high-quality, performance-optimized deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Modeling For GamesRoblox Studio ExpertiseBlender ProficiencyTechnical Understanding Of Topology And UVsStrong Verbal And Written Communication

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Hard Skills

3D ModelingTopologyUV MappingLightingCompositionGame Asset OptimizationFBX ExportingLow-Poly DesignStreaming TechniquesAvatar Rigging

Soft Skills

Self-DirectionCollaborationFeedback IncorporationPresentation SkillsPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Roblox StudioBlenderMayaSubstance PainterSubstance DesignerUnityUnreal Engine

Industry Keywords

Interactive MediaReal-Time ProductionUser-Generated Content (UGC) GamingGame DesignPerformance Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

UnityUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Model a broad range of assets, from characters and vehicles to props and full environments, across both realistic and stylized art directions.
Take models from concept and blockout through to final, game-ready delivery, with clean topology, UVs, and textures optimized for Roblox.
Ensure all assets are performance-friendly and optimized for streaming and gameplay efficiency across a range of devices.
Own your workload and deliver quality assets at a strong pace with minimal oversight, keeping projects moving without hand-holding.
Work closely with Art Directors, Technical Artists, and Game Designers to maintain consistency in style, tone, and quality across a project.
Engage with clients and stakeholders to interpret briefs and incorporate feedback directly into your work.
Participate in reviews, contribute to brainstorming sessions, and iterate quickly based on team and client feedback.
Stay ahead of modeling techniques, tools, and styles across UGC gaming to keep Sawhorse’s output fresh and competitive.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience: 3+ years in 3D modeling for games, interactive media, or real-time production environments.
Versatile Portfolio: A strong portfolio showing both realistic and stylized work, covering at least two of the following: characters, vehicles, or environments.
Roblox Studio Expertise: Proficient with Roblox Studio and building workflows. Familiarity with optimization techniques (StreamingEnabled, low-poly design, etc.).
3D Software Proficiency: Skilled in tools like Blender, Maya, or equivalent software, and able to export FBX files compatible with Roblox.
Technical Understanding: Solid grasp of topology, UVs, lighting, composition, and layout, with the ability to troubleshoot integration and performance issues.
Gameplay Mindset: Understands how visual design impacts player experience and gameplay flow.
Self-Direction: Able to manage your own workload, prioritize effectively, and deliver quality work at a strong pace with minimal supervision.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communicator, comfortable with presenting in meetings and collaborating in cross-functional teams.
Nice To Have's: Experience with Substance Painter or Designer for texture work, familiarity with lighting techniques for cinematic environments, knowledge of avatar rigging or custom character controllers in Roblox, prior experience creating plugins or custom tools for Roblox development, understanding of additional engines like Unity or Unreal.

Benefits

Comp & perks

$30 - $45 per hour
EEO Statement
Sawhorse Productions is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Sawhorse Productions will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Sawhorse Productions will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.