3D Modeler

Crafting assets for virtual worlds.

Description

3D Modelers create digital assets for games, animation, and interactive experiences. This career blends technical modeling, artistic skill, and attention to detail to produce assets that are both visually compelling and functional within digital environments.

Skills and Portfolio

Key Skills:

-3D modeling for various materials and styles (solid, cartoonish, realistic)

-Texturing and UV mapping

-Sculpting and detailing

-Software proficiency (Blender, Maya, ZBrush, or similar)


Portfolio Guidance:

-Showcase a range of assets with different materials and styles

-Include multiple angles and renders to demonstrate skill

-Highlight versatility and technical competence in modeling

Typical Career Outcomes

Career Progression: Junior 3D Modeler → 3D Modeler → Senior 3D Modeler → Lead / Art Director

Industries: Game Development, Animation, Film, VR/AR

Potential Path: Environment Modeler, Prop Designer, Character Modeler

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The Folio

The Folio helps you build a portfolio by giving you a new creative brief each week. Choose a career path, work at your own pace, and turn consistent practice into real, portfolio-ready work.

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The Folio

The Folio helps you build a portfolio by giving you a new creative brief each week. Choose a career path, work at your own pace, and turn consistent practice into real, portfolio-ready work.

© Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved.

The Folio

The Folio helps you build a portfolio by giving you a new creative brief each week. Choose a career path, work at your own pace, and turn consistent practice into real, portfolio-ready work.

© Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved.