3D Character Rigging Specialist
1 week ago
Company Overview:
Sony Pictures Imageworks is a renowned animation studio based on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations.
We Are Committed to Reconciliation:
We acknowledge the historical ties between our company and the indigenous communities that have been affected by colonization. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
About Our Studio:
Located in downtown Vancouver, our studio offers a collaborative and dynamic workspace for artists and technologists to come together and push the boundaries of animation.
Salary and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary range of $45.34 to $65.10 per hour, with benefits including healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, and standard increases as applicable.
Job Description:
As a 3D character rigging specialist, you will be responsible for creating complex character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. You will work closely with our production team to meet schedules and show deadlines, participate in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Knowledge of software platforms including LINUX, UNIX, Maya, Mudbox, shell, and MEL scripting language
- Background or experience in fine art accompanied with a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, and form
- 3+ years of production experience, feature film experience highly desirable
What We Offer:
We value unique perspectives and encourage candidates from all identities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
-
Senior Character Rigging Specialist
7 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full timeSony Pictures Imageworks, a leading animation studio, is seeking a highly skilled 3D character rigging specialist to join their team. Located on the traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, the studio is committed to respecting indigenous lands and working towards reconciliation.Job Type: Full-timeLanguage:...
-
Character Rigging Specialist
3 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeJob SummaryThe Technical Artist on the Frostbite Characters team will contribute to the development of cutting-edge tools and workflows for our community of game teams. This role involves gathering feedback from content creators and collaborating with engineers to improve usability and steer feature design.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with engineers,...
-
3D Modeler
7 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts (EA) Full timeJob Title: 3D Modeler - Sports Game Character ArtistAbout the Role:Electronic Arts (EA) is a leading developer of sports entertainment games. We are seeking an experienced 3D modeler to join our team as a Character Artist, focusing on creating realistic character models for our top-selling sports games.Job Description:The successful candidate will be...
-
Senior 3D Character Rigger
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full timeSony Pictures Imageworks is a leading animation and visual effects studio, committed to creating innovative and engaging stories.As a Senior 3D Character Rigger, you will play a crucial role in bringing our characters to life.Key Responsibilities:Creates 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial...
-
3D Character Modeling Specialist
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeAt Electronic Arts, we're looking for a talented 3D Character Modeling Specialist to join our team.The successful candidate will have a strong background in high-fidelity 3D modeling and sculpting techniques, with experience in creating game resolution topology and deformation. They will also be skilled in the creation of cloth and clothing, with a focus on...
-
Senior Rigger
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full timeSony Pictures Imageworks is a leading animation studio that creates innovative and engaging visual effects for the film industry.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Rigger to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial...
-
Master Rigger
7 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Master Rigger to join our team at Sony Pictures Imageworks. This is a project-based, full-time position that requires expertise in creating 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations.
-
Character Modeler
3 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeAbout the RoleThe Character Artist is a key member of our team, responsible for creating high-quality 3D characters for our games.ResponsibilitiesDesign and create 3D characters using Maya, Z-Brush, and Photoshop.Develop and implement high-poly to low-poly surface/detail baking techniques.Collaborate with the development team to ensure character models meet...
-
Game Character Modeling Specialist
7 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts (EA) Full timeAt Electronic Arts (EA), we are one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, renowned for our top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, and global community of content creators. Our EA SPORTS ART team is a diverse group that encourages members to bring their unique perspectives and expertise to the table.We push...
-
Character Modeler
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeAbout the RoleThe Character Artist is a crucial position in the creation of top-tier video games at Electronic Arts. This role involves creating the cast of characters that populate the game universe. Our ideal candidate will be a dynamic and efficient modeler with sculpting and texturing skills, able to create outstanding content with an imagination that is...
-
Character Modeler
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeAbout the RoleThe Character Artist is a vital position in the creation of top-tier video games at Electronic Arts. This role involves crafting the cast of characters that inhabit the game universe, requiring a dynamic and efficient modeler with sculpting and texturing skills. Our ideal candidate will be able to create outstanding content with an imagination...
-
Facial Rigger
1 month ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada DNEG Full timeAbout the RoleAt DNEG, we are seeking a skilled Facial Rigger to join our team of experts in creating award-winning visual effects and animation for feature films, television, and multiplatform content. As a Facial Rigger, you will play a crucial role in the creation of animation rigs for specialist characters, working closely with the CG Lead and Animation...
-
Character Artist Specialist
3 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeJob Description:We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Character Artist to join our team at Electronic Arts. As a Character Artist, you will be responsible for creating high-quality, game-ready clothing for our games. Your primary focus will be on creating clothing that is visually appealing, functional, and meets the technical requirements of...
-
3D Animation Specialist
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full timeSony Pictures Imageworks, a leading animation studio located on the traditional lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, seeks highly skilled Riggers to join our team.As a Rigger, you will be responsible for creating 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. You must...
-
Character Artist
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeAbout This RoleWe are seeking a skilled Character Artist to join our team, specializing in creating game-ready clothing. As a key contributor to our character creation process, you will be responsible for designing and implementing high-quality clothing assets that bring our characters to life.ResponsibilitiesCreate game-ready clothing assets, including...
-
Character Modeler and Texturer
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Electronic Arts Full timeElectronic Arts is seeking an experienced Character Modeler and Texturer to join our team in creating captivating game universes.As a key member of our EA Sports Characters team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing character models that bring depth and realism to our games. Your expertise in 3D modeling, sculpting, and texturing will...
-
Rigger Specialist
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full timeSony Pictures Imageworks is a leading digital animation studio seeking a skilled Rigger Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. Key qualifications include knowledge of LINUX, UNIX, Maya, Mudbox, shell, and MEL...
-
Senior Houdini Character Effects Specialist
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Bardel Entertainment Full timeCharacter Effects Artist Opportunity at Bardel EntertainmentBardel Entertainment, a leading animation studio with a 35-year history of excellence, is seeking a skilled Senior Houdini Character Effects Specialist to join our team. We are committed to delivering high-quality animation and visual effects for feature films.We offer a competitive salary range of...
-
3D Game Asset Rigger with Technical Expertise
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada IFG - International Financial Group Full timeJob Title: 3D Game Asset Rigger with Technical Expertise About the Job:We are seeking a skilled 3D Game Asset Rigger to join our team at The Coalition, a leading game development studio in Vancouver. As a CSG Character Rigger, you will be responsible for rigging game assets to conform to technical guidelines, troubleshooting issues, and working closely with...
-
Character Effects Artist
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Zoic Studios Full timeAbout the RoleZoic Studios is seeking a skilled Character Effects Artist to join our team in Vancouver. As a key member of our Visual Effects department, you will be responsible for creating and executing simulations to animate 3D character assets.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce high-quality cloth and hair simulations, prop animations, and refine shot animations...