Creature Technical Director (Rigging) - Expression of Interest - ILM Vancouver
$100,300–$128,300 year
HybridVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaHybridFull Time$100,300–$128,300 yearSenior LevelEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelEnterprise
Job Summary
Hero-creature rigging and enveloping in Maya, troubleshooting pipeline issues for artists across disciplines, and scripting utilities to optimize rig performance. Mentor entry-level artists and participate in daily reviews and department meetings as required. This expression of interest role requires proficiency in both realistic and toon-style animation rigs, with specific expertise in Maya and Linux environments. Submit your resume for future consideration, as this position is not currently open but may be filled later.
Required Qualifications
- At least 3 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
- Experience with hero asset rigging and enveloping in Maya, on realistic VFX and/or toon-style animated feature films
- Experience in corrective sculpting
- Knowledge of anatomy and enveloping
- Proficiency with Linux and expertise with Maya
- Good communication skills
Desired Qualifications
- Positive attitude and team player
- Passion for the work
- Experience setting up and running simulation shot work
- Experience with Houdini
- Basic competency in another discipline - Modeling, Texture, TD, Animation
- Experience with python scripting
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