Experienced Rigger

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animation studio in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Senior Animator to create 3D character rigs and animation interface controls. Candidates should have at least 3 years of production experience, preferably in feature films. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of applicable software and fine art principles. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition Reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick and Vacation Leave

Qualifications

• 3 years production experience; feature film experience highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, and form.
• Ability to write utility scripts and core software tools.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D character rigs and animation interface controls.
• Meet schedules and show deadlines.
• Interact with production, supervisors, and peers to problem solve.

Skills

Knowledge of applicable software platforms

Experience in fine art

Understanding of physical motion

Knowledge of Python

Tools

Maya

Mudbox

Linux

UNIX

MEL scripting language

Job description

Overview

Position: Project Based, Full Time

Language in Work Environment: English

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Tuition Reimbursement
• RRSP's
• Sick and Vacation Leave
• Standard Increases as Applicable

Responsibilities

• Creates 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations.
• Successful candidates must be knowledgeable in writing utility scripts and core software tools in order to streamline the character setup process.
• Candidate is accountable for meeting schedules and show deadlines, participates in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress.
• Interacts with production, supervisors, and team/peers in order to problem solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks.
• Must be able to decipher as well as follow through on work in progress, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback.
• Successful candidates should be able to work efficiently as part of a team or independently on rigging projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable software platforms including LINUX, UNIX, Maya, Mudbox, shell, and MEL scripting language; Python is a plus.
• Background or experience in fine art accompanied with a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, and form highly desired.
• 3 years production experience; feature film experience highly desirable.

Salary

• The anticipated base salary for a Senior position is $45.34 to $65.10/hr.
• Benefits are per company policy, which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, sick and vacation leave, standard increases as applicable.
• The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Application Requirements

Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience, including the nuances for this specific role.

Diversity Statement

We value unique perspectives and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Reference: ECNJOBID-213-255-196-162 in the application