Environmental Artist

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox Environmental Artist creating immersive, optimized 3D worlds for Sawhorse Productions, a Los Angeles creative studio. Designing environments for branded UGC gaming experiences and storytelling.

Posted 8/6/2026contractRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30 - $45 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in 3D environment design with a strong focus on creating immersive game worlds using Roblox Studio. Proficient in optimizing assets for performance and gameplay efficiency while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Environment DesignRoblox Studio ProficiencyAsset Optimization TechniquesBlender or Maya SkillsStrong Portfolio of Roblox Projects

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Hard Skills

3D Environment DesignAsset OptimizationLighting and CompositionFBX File ExportingRoblox Optimization TechniquesTroubleshooting Performance IssuesCinematic-Environment Lighting TechniquesAvatar RiggingRoblox Plugin DevelopmentUnity or Unreal Familiarity

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaborationClient EngagementPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Roblox StudioBlenderMayaSubstance PainterSubstance Designer

Industry Keywords

Environmental StorytellingGameplay FlowCross-Functional CollaborationGame AestheticCreative Output

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

UnityUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conceptualize and design visually rich 3D environments aligned with game aesthetic and narrative goals
Create immersive, seamless game worlds with environmental storytelling and cohesive gameplay flow
Collaborate with the 3D team to build landscapes, props, structures, and Roblox-optimized environmental assets
Optimize assets for streaming, performance, and gameplay efficiency
Collaborate with Art Directors, Technical Artists, and Game Designers to maintain consistency in style, tone, and gameplay interaction
Engage with clients and stakeholders to interpret briefs and incorporate feedback into creative output
Participate in reviews and brainstorming sessions
Iterate quickly based on team and client feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in 3D environment design
Strong portfolio showing completed Roblox projects
Proficiency with Roblox Studio and building workflows
Familiarity with Roblox optimization techniques, including StreamingEnabled and low-poly design
Skill with Blender, Maya, or equivalent 3D software
Ability to export FBX files compatible with Roblox
Solid understanding of lighting, composition, and layout
Ability to troubleshoot integration or performance issues
Understanding of how visual design impacts player experience and gameplay flow
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Comfort presenting in meetings and collaborating with cross-functional teams
Experience with Substance Painter or Designer for texture work is a nice-to-have
Familiarity with cinematic-environment lighting techniques is a nice-to-have
Knowledge of avatar rigging or custom Roblox character controllers is a nice-to-have
Prior experience creating Roblox plugins or custom development tools is a nice-to-have
Understanding of Unity or Unreal is a nice-to-have

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freelance work arrangement
Remote work option
Ability to work from the Los Angeles office
Operating during PST core hours, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Equal employment opportunity
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities