Character Rigging Artist

5 months ago


Toronto, Canada Torn Banner Full time

Torn Banner Studios recently launched Chivalry 2, the sequel to our multi-million copy selling original. We are a mid-sized independent video game studio of around 100 developers in Toronto and we love creating innovative new experiences that focus on challenge and fun.

**Character Rigging Artist**

**Responsibilities**
- Create high-quality Character Rigs with realistic human deformation.
- Integrating skinned character meshes into the game engine
- Work in collaboration with other animators, designers, and character artists to meet expected deadlines.
- Develop and improve in-game rigging systems and tools in collaboration with animators and designers.
- Create and maintain documentation.

**Requirements**:

- At least 3 years of professional experience as a technical animator / rigging artist in the gaming industry, preferably next-gen.
- A strong portfolio of work that exemplifies the creation of a variety of high quality character rigs
- Experience building and maintaining a rigging pipeline
- Proficient with Maya and Motionbuilder
- Experience working with Unreal Engine (or other AAA game engines)
- Proficient in Python for pipeline and tooling support
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- High degree of self-motivation and initiative-taking
- Flexibility to work with a team operating across multiple time zones
- The drive and the ability to take on research and self-education
- An understanding and passion for video games

**Bonuses**
- Scripting expertise (Python/Mel) to create and support Animation and Rigging tool sets
- Experience working with Unreal Engine 4/5
- Experience developing AAA titles on multiple platforms
- Professional experience developing First Person Shooters

**Benefits & Perks**
- 6.5 weeks Paid vacation
- Game Launch Bonus Structure
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule and work location
- Healthcare & benefits

**Salary**: $80,000.00-$120,001.00 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person



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