Rigging Supervisor - Expression of Interest Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Sony Pictures Imageworks, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 129,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animation technology is seeking a Rigging Supervisor to manage a rigging team and interface with production. The role demands extensive 3D studio experience, strong leadership skills, and an in-depth understanding of rigging techniques. Benefits include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans. Candidates should possess a demo reel showcasing relevant experience.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick and Vacation leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of production experience at a 3D studio.
• In depth knowledge of all aspects of rigging.
• Expert sculpting ability for corrective blendshapes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise riggers and manage asset needs related to rigging and animation.
• Establish animation style and language with the head of animation.
• Run internal rigging rounds and schedule team tasks.

Skills

Leadership

3D Rigging

Communication

Tools

Linux

Job description

Rigging Supervisor - Expression of Interest

Sony Pictures Imageworks is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. We are committed to respecting traditional lands, and working with communities towards reconciliation.

Sony Pictures Imageworks Canada Inc.

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment - English

Benefits per company policy : include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable

Supervising riggers interface with production for all asset needs related to rigging and animation. Supervisors inform and deliberate on asset decisions with clients and the other department heads on the production. Supervisors manage the entire rigging team including the lead, if applicable. Supervising riggers are required in all production touchbases, rounds, and client reviews. Supervising riggers will schedule and run internal rigging rounds as they see fit. Supervisors will work closely with the head of animation for the production to establish the animation style and language. Supervisors will establish priorities and deadlines for all assets, including casting amongst the team. Supervising riggers bid all asset work for the show.

Qualifications :

• 10+ years of production experience at a 3D studio
• In depth knowledge of all aspects of rigging
• Expert sculpting ability for corrective blendshapes and / or facial shapes / phonemes
• Experience in Linux environment including shell navigation and scripting
• 3-5 years of leadership experience at a feature 3D studio
• Managing a large rigging team
• Strong communication skills both with clients and other internal departments

Bonus Qualifications :

• Leadership experience on both CG feature animation and Live Action VFX
• Significant bidding experience on feature films

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

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

The anticipated base salary for this position is $129,000 - $175,000 / yr. 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.

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