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The True Cost of In-House vs. Outsourced 3D Rendering

  For many architecture firms, developers and design studios, the question comes up sooner or later: should we build our own 3D rendering team, or outsource it? At first glance, the comparison looks simple. You put an artist’s salary next to a studio’s price per image and pick the smaller number. In practice, that comparison misses most of the real costs, on both sides. This article breaks down what in-house and outsourced rendering actually cost, the hidden costs that rarely make it into the spreadsheet, and how to decide which model fits your firm. Part 1: What an in-house rendering team really costs Salary is only the starting point An experienced 3D visualization artist is a specialized hire, and their salary is the most visible cost. It’s far from the only one. In the United States, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employer Costs for Employee Compensation series shows that benefits make up roughly 30% of what employers spend on compensation. These include hea...

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