Rigger

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

Job summary

A leading visual effects studio in Vancouver is seeking a Rigger to create 3D character rigs and animation controls. The ideal candidate should have experience with LINUX, Maya, and artistic understanding of motion, weight, and balance. This role offers competitive hourly rates and benefits per company policy.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Qualifications

• Background or experience in fine art with understanding of physical motion.
• Thorough understanding of weight, balance, and form is desired.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D character rigs and animation interface controls.
• Write utility scripts for character setup process.
• Participate in team reviews and problem-solving.

Skills

Knowledge of LINUX

Knowledge of UNIX

Proficient in Maya

Proficient in Mudbox

Shell scripting

MEL scripting language

Python

Education

2-year diploma or 1-year certificate

2-3 years of experience

Job description

Overview

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking a Rigger. The role involves creating 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create 3D character rigs and animation interface controls.
• Write utility scripts and develop core software tools to streamline the character setup process.
• Meet schedules and show deadlines.
• Participate in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress.
• Interact with production, supervisors, and team/peers to problem-solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks.
• Decipher and follow through on work in progress, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback.
• 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 with a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, and form is highly desired.
• Most desired: 2-year diploma or 1-year certificate; however, a minimal requirement of 2-3 years of experience is acceptable.

Salary Information

• The anticipated base salary for an Associate position is $26.44 to $36.32/hr.
• For an Intermediate position, the salary ranges from $37.50 to $53.80/hr.
• Benefits are per company policy, which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, and standard increases as applicable.
• The actual base salary offered will depend on various factors, including qualifications, 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 and Inclusion

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.