Labs Artist

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 21.64-21.64 / hour

Posted on Apr 30, 2026
Working Title Labs Artist
Department University Television-0912
Requisition Number S_260327
Posting Open Date 04/29/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/13/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Nebraska Public Media is looking for a versatile Labs Artist who is excited by game development, inspired by public media, and committed to nurturing community good through interactive digital experiences. This position will be a member of an R&D team developing the organization’s gaming and interactive initiatives and is responsible for the design and production of digital 3D immersive environments, 3D modeled/textured assets, photogrammetry-based models, 2D computer graphics, 2D and 3D animation, illustrations and photographs under the guidance of the Emerging Media 3D Artist. This position is also responsible for contributing to experiences that place accessibility central to the design process.
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in emerging media arts, art, film, graphic design, or related field and two (2) years of experience with graphic design, immersive experience design or related experience.
  • Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education/experience on a year-for-year basis.
  • Experience working within at least one game engine (e.g., Unity, Unreal 5+).
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Maya and/or Blender.
  • Proficiency in office productivity software (ex. Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Slack, Discord, Zoom).
  • Familiarity with accessibility best practices in spatial media creation.
  • Strong design, oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be detail oriented, organized, able to deliver projects on time.
  • Ability to multi-task, work independently, and follow direction.
  • Ability to work as a team member.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Public Media Experience
  • Knowledge of 2D and 3D rigging.
  • Understanding of lighting and volumetrics, UV mapping proficiency, and proficiency in creation and game engine implementation of 2D sprites.

Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a candidate who can express themselves with a strong individual voice and can also harmonize with the voices of a diverse team. Someone who supports a culture of critique based on honesty, empathy, and generosity. Someone who is comfortable with both the circuitous path of exploration and experimentation, and with a demonstrable track record of self-motivation in the distributed world of Discord and Zoom that facilitates interactive production.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $21.635/hr minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

Please provide access to examples of professionally published work via resume or cover letter with application.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org
Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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