Job Summary:
Position Summary
Creature TD Riggers are responsible for rigging and enveloping hero to background creatures, vehicles and props in Maya. They are able to wrangle rigging and creature pipeline issues proficiently under the direction and guidance of their supervisors.
This specific position is for a production that requires experience and proficiency in both realistic and/or toon style animation, where experience working with rigs for an exaggerated cartoon style of animation on animated features, as well as live action creature and character animation will be key to this role.
What You’ll Do
Hero-creature rigging and enveloping in Maya
Troubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other disciplines
Mentor entry level artists
Script utilities/tools/plug-ins in Maya
Sufficient knowledge of Maya rigging techniques to optimize the performance of rigs
Participate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as required
Special projects as necessary
What We’re Looking For
At least 3 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
Experience with hero asset rigging and enveloping in Maya, on realistic VFX and/or toon-style animated feature films
Experience in corrective sculpting
Knowledge of anatomy and enveloping
Positive attitude and team player
Passion for the work
Good communication skills
Proficiency with Linux and expertise with Maya are required
Nice to have:
Experience setting up and running simulation shot work
Experience with Houdini
Basic competency in another discipline - Modeling, Texture, TD, Animation
Experience with python scripting
As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.
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