Senior Rigger

Description

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:

The position of Senior Rigger requires someone with a good general knowledge of Maya and excellent specific knowledge of its constraint, deformer and dynamics systems, and also be proficient with python and maya tool development. He/she should have several years’ experience rigging in a broadcast / film production environment. Successful applicants will be open to direction, have good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple tasks in a fast paced production. A Senior Rigger will work closely with the Rigging Supervisor to ensure working practices are in line with department standards, and also contribute to the ongoing development of tools.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop show specific custom rigs
• Maintain show specific code and tools
• Liaise with Rigging Supervisor regarding project details
• Provide regular progress updates to production manager and Rigging supervisor on any technical bottlenecks concerning the rigging schedule.
• Design, create, test and maintain character set ups.
• Provide technical feedback to modelling dept.
• Collaborate with animators to design motion controls.
• Create secondary dynamics systems.
• Work with production management to prioritize tasks
• Troubleshooting problems with animated rig
• Communicate with the overseas studio
• QC the external asset assignments and ensure the outsource partner has clear direction from a rigging perspective.

PERSON SPECIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

• Should have at least 3 years’ experience working as a Rigger in either broadcast or feature film work.
• Must have an excellent working knowledge of rigging in Maya.
• Task Driven, self-motivated, and proactive
• Must be open to direction
• Must demonstrate attention to detail in finishing of assets.
• Must be a good communicator and be fluent in English
• Knowledge of Python is a must.
• Proficiency in developing tools for Maya a big plus.
• Experience with shotgun (or asset tracking systems) is considered a big plus.
• Experience with GIT is considered a big plus.
• Experience with developing PyQt/PySide tools considered a big plus.

Please include a CV and link to your showreel with your application.