Creature Rigging Technical Director Position

Join ILM as a Creature Technical Director, specializing in rigging and enveloping for animation projects. This hybrid role offers a unique blend of on-site collaboration and remote work.

We are looking for a Creature TD Rigger with substantial experience in hero asset rigging for both toon-style and realistic VFX. You will work in Maya, solving rigging challenges, mentoring the next generation of artists, and participating in daily reviews. Your deep understanding of rigging techniques will play a crucial role in optimizing character performance throughout the production cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rig hero and background creatures in Maya

• Troubleshoot rigging and pipeline challenges effectively

• Offer mentorship to junior artists during projects

• Create scripts and tools to enhance rig efficiencies

• Engage in daily reviews and departmental discussions

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of VFX industry experience

• Expertise in Maya rigging and enveloping techniques

• Familiarity with anatomy and corrective sculpting

• Proficient in Linux and comfortable with Python scripting

• Excellent communication abilities with a team-focused mindset

Bring your passion for animation and technical skills to help shape cinematic creatures at ILM.