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Freelance 3D Artist roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree and experience. Your employer files PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary status tied to any single employer.
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Who YOU are and what You can become:
Do you enjoy creating detailed 3D art and bringing virtual environments to life? We are looking for a hands-on 3D Artist to create game-ready vehicles, props, and terrains for our modeling, training, and simulation software. You will combine strong visual skills with technical knowledge to build assets that look compelling and perform well in real-time, distributed simulation environments.
Location: Boston or Orlando is preferred. Candidates with outstanding qualifications can be considered for remote work in the United States.
Who WE are and where WE are going:
MAK Technologies (MAK) develops commercial off-the-shelf 3D modeling, training, and simulation software that helps users link, simulate, and visualize their world. MAK’s primary users are in the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries, yet its products and services can help customers anywhere modeling and simulation is needed to train, plan, analyze, experiment, prototype, and demonstrate. MAK’s customers include the top ten defense integrators in the world along with hundreds of companies in Defense, Air Traffic Management, Command & Control, and Homeland Security. MAK also develops training solutions for the United States and International militaries to address individual and collective training. MAK is dedicated to serving its customers by building flexible products, offering superior technical support, and innovating new ways to enhance readiness through uniquely tailored training solutions.
What YOU will do:
You will work with artists and engineers to create and integrate 3D content for complex simulation systems. You will develop game-ready assets, configure them in MAK’s proprietary software, and build terrains using commercial and in-house tools.
In This Role, You Will:
- Create game-ready 3D art assets, including vehicles such as tanks, helicopters, and planes, and props such as buildings and other environmental features.
- Configure and integrate art assets in MAK’s proprietary software.
- Build terrains using commercial and in-house tools.
- Collaborate in a team environment to enhance productivity and meet project deadlines.
What YOU need:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphics or equivalent related experience.
- Proficiency in 3ds Max or Maya, Photoshop, and Substance Painter.
- Familiarity with low- and high-poly modeling.
- Ability to create textures and effects maps, preferably in a PBR (Physically Based Rendering) pipeline.
- Strong visual art skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take a proactive approach.
- Basic understanding of coding, scripting, and computers.
Preferred:
- Experience with Presagis Creator, Presagis Terra Vista, UV Layout, ZBrush, and MotionBuilder.
- Knowledge of and experience creating VFX (Visual Effects) particle systems and animations.
- Experience with character animation and rigging.
- Understanding of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) data and tools, including experience creating and working with GIS data using QGIS and Global Mapper.
- Knowledge of rendering systems, including scene graphs, lighting, draw calls, and shaders.
- Experience with DI Guy motion editor and working with .psfx files in DI Guy.
- In-depth knowledge of military vehicles.
- Defense contractor or military experience.
YOU get more than Just compensation with US:
MAK Technologies, Inc. considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. (The wage range listed above is reflective of all geographic work locations where this position may be based and may not reflect the local market salary range.)
Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
- Annual bonus incentive
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Disability
- PTO
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
Equal Opportunity
It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. MAK Technologies, Inc. is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.
Reasonable Accommodations
MAK Technologies, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruiting@mak.com.
MAK Technologies offers excellent benefits, including a casual work environment, company-paid medical / dental / life / disability insurance, excellent 401(k) match, and generous paid time off. MAK is conveniently located in Research Park and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. MAK Technologies is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.
MAK is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: Cambridge, MA
Who YOU are and what You can become:
Do you enjoy creating detailed 3D art and bringing virtual environments to life? We are looking for a hands-on 3D Artist to create game-ready vehicles, props, and terrains for our modeling, training, and simulation software. You will combine strong visual skills with technical knowledge to build assets that look compelling and perform well in real-time, distributed simulation environments.
Location: Boston or Orlando is preferred. Candidates with outstanding qualifications can be considered for remote work in the United States.
Who WE are and where WE are going:
MAK Technologies (MAK) develops commercial off-the-shelf 3D modeling, training, and simulation software that helps users link, simulate, and visualize their world. MAK’s primary users are in the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries, yet its products and services can help customers anywhere modeling and simulation is needed to train, plan, analyze, experiment, prototype, and demonstrate. MAK’s customers include the top ten defense integrators in the world along with hundreds of companies in Defense, Air Traffic Management, Command & Control, and Homeland Security. MAK also develops training solutions for the United States and International militaries to address individual and collective training. MAK is dedicated to serving its customers by building flexible products, offering superior technical support, and innovating new ways to enhance readiness through uniquely tailored training solutions.
What YOU will do:
You will work with artists and engineers to create and integrate 3D content for complex simulation systems. You will develop game-ready assets, configure them in MAK’s proprietary software, and build terrains using commercial and in-house tools.
In This Role, You Will:
- Create game-ready 3D art assets, including vehicles such as tanks, helicopters, and planes, and props such as buildings and other environmental features.
- Configure and integrate art assets in MAK’s proprietary software.
- Build terrains using commercial and in-house tools.
- Collaborate in a team environment to enhance productivity and meet project deadlines.
What YOU need:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphics or equivalent related experience.
- Proficiency in 3ds Max or Maya, Photoshop, and Substance Painter.
- Familiarity with low- and high-poly modeling.
- Ability to create textures and effects maps, preferably in a PBR (Physically Based Rendering) pipeline.
- Strong visual art skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take a proactive approach.
- Basic understanding of coding, scripting, and computers.
Preferred:
- Experience with Presagis Creator, Presagis Terra Vista, UV Layout, ZBrush, and MotionBuilder.
- Knowledge of and experience creating VFX (Visual Effects) particle systems and animations.
- Experience with character animation and rigging.
- Understanding of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) data and tools, including experience creating and working with GIS data using QGIS and Global Mapper.
- Knowledge of rendering systems, including scene graphs, lighting, draw calls, and shaders.
- Experience with DI Guy motion editor and working with .psfx files in DI Guy.
- In-depth knowledge of military vehicles.
- Defense contractor or military experience.
YOU get more than Just compensation with US:
MAK Technologies, Inc. considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. (The wage range listed above is reflective of all geographic work locations where this position may be based and may not reflect the local market salary range.)
Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
- Annual bonus incentive
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Disability
- PTO
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
Equal Opportunity
It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. MAK Technologies, Inc. is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.
Reasonable Accommodations
MAK Technologies, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruiting@mak.com.
MAK Technologies offers excellent benefits, including a casual work environment, company-paid medical / dental / life / disability insurance, excellent 401(k) match, and generous paid time off. MAK is conveniently located in Research Park and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. MAK Technologies is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.
MAK is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Freelance 3D Artist
Document your 3D specialization before PERM begins
Gather degree transcripts, software certifications, and a portfolio that maps directly to your job duties. PERM requires the offered role to match your actual qualifications, so inconsistencies between your credentials and the job description can trigger an audit.
Target studios with an I-140 approval history
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have previously sponsored 3D artists through the green card process. Prior I-140 filings in creative and visual effects roles signal that the employer understands PERM requirements and is willing to commit to multi-year timelines.
Use O*NET to align your job description
The O*NET profile for 3D artists defines the core duties, tools, and skill requirements DOL expects to see in a PERM job description. Matching your offered role to those definitions reduces the risk of a prevailing wage determination challenge or recruitment audit.
Verify your prevailing wage tier before negotiating salary
Run your offered position through the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for your 3D specialization. Your employer's PERM application must certify that your salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage at the appropriate skill level for your location.
Understand priority dates if you hold Indian or Chinese nationality
EB-2 and EB-3 both carry per-country annual limits. Nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs, so your employer's PERM filing date becomes critical. File as early as possible and check the monthly Visa Bulletin to track your place in line.
Secure your priority date before switching studios
If you change employers after your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you transfer your green card case to a new employer in the same or similar occupation. Confirm the new role qualifies as substantially similar before accepting any offer.
Green Card Freelance 3D Artist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a freelance or contract 3D artist qualify for employer-sponsored green card sponsorship?
Generally, no. PERM labor certification requires a bona fide full-time, permanent job offer. Studios typically need to convert you to a direct-hire salaried employee before initiating the PERM process. Project-based or independent contractor arrangements do not meet the DOL's requirements for a qualifying job offer.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for 3D artists?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization tied to a specific employer, while employment-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and, finally, adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no annual lottery, but per-country numerical limits apply and can create priority-date backlogs for some nationalities.
Which green card category fits a 3D artist, EB-2 or EB-3?
EB-2 applies if the offered role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive specialized experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree or skilled workers with at least two years of relevant experience. Most studio roles fill under EB-3, though senior technical artist or pipeline-engineering positions may qualify for EB-2 depending on how the job is defined in the PERM application.
How do I find studios that have actually sponsored green cards for 3D artists before?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focusing your search on studios with prior I-140 approvals in creative or visual effects roles narrows your outreach to employers already familiar with the PERM timeline and willing to commit to the multi-year process.
Can I keep my green card case if my sponsoring studio closes or I want to leave?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a substantially similar occupation without losing your priority date. If you switch before that 180-day threshold, the entire PERM process generally restarts with the new studio.