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3D Artist Jobs in Dallas

Dallas-Fort Worth is home to id Software in Richardson and Gearbox Software in Frisco – two of the most storied studios in game history. With no state income tax and a lower cost of living than coastal markets, DFW offers 3D artists strong take-home pay. The market is growing as more studios open Texas offices.

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3D Artist Roles in Dallas

We curate 3d artist positions from studios across Dallas and the surrounding region.

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Dallas Studios Hiring 3D Artists

Dallas has active studios hiring 3d artists across all levels:

id Software
Gearbox Software
Retro Studios
Keywords Studios
Zenimax Online Studios
Certain Affinity
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Dallas Roles Move Fast

DFW game studios, particularly id Software and Gearbox, attract large applicant pools. Applying within the first 24-48 hours of a posting going live significantly improves your odds of being reviewed.

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3D Artist Salary Ranges in Dallas

What 3d artist roles pay at Dallas studios.

Junior 3D Artist
$48,000 – $68,000
3D Artist
$68,000 – $100,000
Senior 3D Artist
$100,000 – $145,000
Lead 3D Artist
$135,000 – $180,000

All figures in USD. Texas has no state income tax – a significant advantage over California and New York.

What Dallas Studios Look For in 3D Artists

Dallas studios are competitive. Here is what gets you hired.

🔷 Core Skills

  • Maya and Blender for high-quality 3D modeling
  • ZBrush for sculpting and high-poly detail
  • Substance Painter for PBR texturing workflows
  • Unreal Engine and Unity asset pipelines
  • Retopology and LOD optimization
  • Perforce and Git version control

🌟 How to Stand Out in Dallas

  • Build a portfolio demonstrating hard surface and realistic modeling – id Software prioritises high-fidelity assets
  • Gearbox stylizes assets more – show range across realistic and stylized workflows
  • Texas’s no income tax means your take-home is 8-13% higher than the same salary in California
  • DFW is growing – network at local game dev meetups and Austin GDC satellite events

3D Artist Jobs in Dallas FAQ

Are there 3d artist jobs in Dallas?
Yes. Dallas-Fort Worth has an active game art market anchored by id Software and Gearbox Software, with additional studios and remote roles from Texas-based tech companies. ArtBlast curates 3D Artist jobs in Dallas daily.
Which studios in Dallas hire 3d artists?
id Software (Richardson, TX) and Gearbox Software (Frisco, TX) are the two largest game studios in the DFW area. Keywords Studios, Zenimax Online Studios, and Certain Affinity also hire 3D artists for Texas-based and remote roles.
What is the salary for a 3d artist in Dallas?
Junior 3D Artist: $48,000 – $68,000/year. 3D Artist: $68,000 – $100,000/year. Senior 3D Artist: $100,000 – $145,000/year. Lead 3D Artist: $135,000 – $180,000/year. Texas has no state income tax, which effectively increases your take-home pay by 8-13% compared to the same salary in California or New York.
Do Dallas studios offer visa sponsorship for 3d artists?
Most major DFW studios sponsor H-1B and O-1 visas for qualified international candidates. Check each studio’s careers page for current sponsorship policies as they vary by role and headcount.
How do I find 3d artist jobs in Dallas?
ArtBlast curates 3d artist jobs daily and flags Dallas roles specifically. Applying within the first 24-48 hours gives you the best chance of being reviewed. Paid subscribers get Discord live alerts the moment new Dallas roles post, ahead of most applicants.

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