Senior Character Rigger – UK REMOTE, Hybrid, Onsite, North West, UK – AAA Games

Our client is a major Games Developer with multiple studios in the UK. They’re focused on creating fun console games using a world-famous IP.

As a Senior Character Rigger on the team, you will have the chance to work within a successful and creative Animation department producing high quality rigs and tools.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Creating control rigs for a wide variety of characters, creatures, and vehicles.
• In-depth knowledge, and technically proficient, in using Autodesk Maya is a must.
• Experienced in writing scripts, preferably with Python, to automate processes and support the animation pipeline.
• Able to liaise with the Lead Character Rigger, other technical support staff, and animators in trouble shooting and development.
• Show a sound understanding of animation principles and processes.
• We’re looking for candidates who are self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• A good communicator and at ease with working in a team.
• Capable of working to tight deadlines.
• Degree, related qualification or equivalent experience in Animation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generating control rigs for a wide array of characters, creatures, and vehicles.
• In-engine character setup, such as cloth, physics, and IK.
• Resolve creative, pipeline and technical issues, cooperating with team members and departments as required.
• Ensure that all assets are well-organised and optimal.
• Use commercial and in-house tools to integrate characters, rigs and tools into the project data, ensuring data is functional.
• Assist development of in-house tools for the team and as per project requirements.
• Support identify training needs for oneself and where applicable create assets/documentation for training purposes.
• Take on relevant job training where required and keep up to date with industry developments and technologies.

BENEFITS:

• Hybrid and UK Remote contract options
• VISA & Relocation Support
• Flexitime
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Health and wellbeing activities
• Social Events

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call directly today on +44 1206 214 425