3D Rigger

Description

3D Rigger

Guru studio, the award winning and internationally renowned animation facility in Toronto is looking for a 3D Rigger to help bring our next batch of fantastic projects to life.

Responsibilities:

• Use available studio tools to rig characters and props
• Rig characters and props that support the show's design aesthetic
• Design control mechanisms that are simple and intuitive for animators
• Work collaboratively with design, layout and animation leads to meet the needs of the production
• Model / Transfer blendshapes for secondary characters
• Stay on top of new tools and methods for rigging on an animated series
• Make sure work is completed and delivered per schedule

Qualifications:

• In depth knowledge of Maya rigging
• Strong secondary abilities in modeling
• Functional knowledge of Maya shader networks and UV placement
• An understanding of cartoon animation principles and how they apply to rigging
• Ability to automate tasks with MEL or Python is an asset
• Production experience is an asset

To Apply:

Please provide resume and links to blogs, portfolios or reels (Vimeo preferred).  Ontario and /or Canadian Citizenship Required.  Guru is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your interest in Guru Animation Studio.  We hope to hear from you soon!