Studio: DreamWorks Animation
Job Opening: Character Rigger
Location: Glendale, CA, US
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Design, build, test and maintain character set ups
- Work with Modeling to create a model that meets technical needs
- Work with R&D to craft, debug and evaluate new tools
- Collaborate with animators to design motion controls
- Develop and maintain character motion and deformation systems
- Develop new techniques and processes to solve character production challenges
- Work with PE and/or Dept TDs to integrate and maintain setups
- Work with FX and CharFX to provide them with information needed to integrate characters and digital effects
- Work with Lighting to achieve final model for rendering
- Write utility scripts and programs to streamline the setup process
- Work with production management to prioritize tasks
- Keep supervisors informed of progress, changes, roadblocks, and other critical issues
- Participate in training, recruiting, and other global department tasks as requested
Qualifications & Skills:
- 3+ years of production experience
- Knowledge of traditional animation techniques and the principles of character motion
- Knowledge of anatomy
- Training in visual arts and understanding of form, geometry, and movement
- Knowledge in programming and software development skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submit your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols in select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated.
- Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
- Unix experience desired
- Practical knowledge of academics such as linear algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus, and differential geometry
