Rigging TD

Description

Waterproof Studios is looking for an experienced Rigging TD to join our team.

The ideal candidate would be technically and artistically minded, with experience in motion & facial capture rigs as well as key-frame rigs and processes. 

Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience as a rigger or TD in a production environment in Maya

• The ability to work well with and liaise with other artists, TDs and production

• Positive attitude & self motivated with excellent communication skills both written and oral

• The proactive ability to problem solve issues quickly and offer solutions in a timely manner

• Understanding of anatomy, bi-ped, quadri-ped & other

• Thorough understanding of character, vehicle, prop and environment rigging duties

• Experience with cloth simulations and solutions and asset

• Detail oriented with the ability to track and document rigging solutions

• Experience with Motion Builder is an asset

• Experience with Unreal engine is an asset

• Knowledge of scripting, Mel or Python 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop, create and maintain rigs and skins in Maya & occasionally Motion Builder and ensuring their stability throughout production

• Contribute to the rigging pipeline, tools and processes in Maya and Python

• Supply estimates and work under a deadline to deliver rigs and solutions on time

• Provide technical and creative solutions to other artists and TDs

• Work with production, tech and art teams day to day to improve and implement tools to increase productivity

• Organize and attend all meetings relevant to the role, including with clients 

• Work with Production to provide estimates, priorities and solutions to keep the project on track

• Help mentor all staff- technical and artistic to improve and learn in their craft

• Provide documentation and understanding of the pipeline and tools

– Please apply here: https://goo.gl/forms/ew7xMwsDmDupUF1J2

Waterproof Studios

Waterproof Studios based in Vancouver, BC is an award winning 3D / VFX production studio specializing in cinematics, trailers and 3D commercials. Waterproof offers competitive salaries, benefits, a relaxed work environment and a large variety of projects. Ideally situated near a skytrain and arterial routes with ample parking, Waterproof fosters a respectful, inclusive workplace with flexible options for working from home or working in the studio under strict Covid protocols including a hybrid model if desired.