DreamWorks Feature - Character Rigger
DreamWorks Feature - Character Rigger
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Job Description
What would you say you do here
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 :
What do I need to have in order to do this job
3 years 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
Desired Qualifications: What can I offer
Unix experience desired
Practical knowledge of academics such as linear algebra trigonometry geometry calculus and differential geometry
Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-DreamWorks worksite most commonly an employees residence.
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
Salary range: $78312 - $125000
Additional Information :
As part of our selection process external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversals policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion creed gender gender identity or expression age national origin or ancestry citizenship disability sexual orientation marital status pregnancy veteran status membership in the uniformed services genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Remote
