Senior Rigging Artist

About the role

Bamboohr is seeking a talented Senior Rigging Artist to join our dynamic team. This position is ideal for an experienced professional who is passionate about character animation and has a strong background in rigging for animated projects. As a Senior Rigging Artist, you will play a crucial role in bringing characters to life, ensuring that they move fluidly and realistically. You will collaborate closely with animators and other artists to create high-quality animations that meet the creative vision of our projects.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design and implement character rigs that facilitate smooth and efficient animation workflows, ensuring that all rigs are intuitive for animators to use.
• Collaborate with the animation team to understand the specific needs of each character and develop rigs that support a wide range of movements and expressions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve rigging issues that arise during the animation process, providing solutions that maintain the integrity of the character designs.
• Create and maintain documentation for rigging processes and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency across the team.
• Work closely with the modeling team to ensure that character models are optimized for rigging and animation, providing feedback and guidance as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute ideas and insights that enhance the overall quality of the animation projects.
• Mentor junior rigging artists, providing guidance and support to help them develop their skills and grow within the company.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in rigging techniques and tools, incorporating new methods into your work as appropriate.
• Assist in the development of proprietary rigging tools and scripts to streamline workflows and improve overall efficiency.
• Collaborate with the technical team to ensure that rigs are compatible with the animation software and pipelines used by the studio.
• Provide feedback on character designs from a rigging perspective, ensuring that designs are feasible and can be animated effectively.
• Participate in reviews and critiques of animation work, providing constructive feedback to help improve the quality of the final product.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in rigging for animation, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work on various projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, Blender, or similar tools used for character rigging.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, movement, and animation principles, with the ability to create rigs that support realistic character motion.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment, with excellent communication skills to effectively convey ideas and feedback.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex rigging problems efficiently and creatively.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or MEL to enhance rigging workflows and create custom tools.

Nice to have

• Experience in character modeling and animation, providing a well-rounded understanding of the animation pipeline.
• Knowledge of game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine, particularly in relation to rigging and animation integration.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role, helping to guide junior artists in their development.
• Familiarity with motion capture technology and its application in animation.
• A passion for storytelling and character development, with an understanding of how rigging contributes to the overall narrative.

Skills & tools

• Advanced rigging techniques and methodologies
• Character animation principles
• Software proficiency: Maya, Blender, or similar
• Scripting: Python, MEL
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Team collaboration and communication

Practical notes

• The position is full-time, with a competitive salary that reflects your experience and expertise.
• The location of the job is currently unspecified, but the company is open to candidates from various regions.
• Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate, making this an excellent opportunity for international applicants.
• Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the provided link to join a creative and innovative team dedicated to producing high-quality animated content.

META

Company: Bamboohr

Title: Senior Rigging Artist

Listed

location: Unknown

Job type: Full-time

Apply URL: https://flyingbark.bamboohr.com/careers/226