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Position: Rigging Artist
Location: Remote
Company: Ilhamist Studio
About Ilhamist Studio:
Ilhamist Studio is renowned for its innovative approach to animation and CGI, producing captivating short films and commercial ads that feature unique creature elements. Inspired by the essence of crystal and the cultural heritage of Al Ula's Lonely Castle, our studio combines traditional motifs with advanced digital technology, aiming to create visual narratives that resonate globally.
Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled Rigging Artist to join our animation team. This role involves creating sophisticated rigs for 3D character models, ensuring that they can move in realistic and expressive ways. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in rigging, a deep understanding of anatomy and movement, and the ability to solve complex technical challenges in a creative environment.
Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain character rigs using Maya or similar 3D software, ensuring they meet the animation and technical requirements.
- Collaborate with modelers and animators to create rigs that facilitate the artistic goals of the project while maintaining a high level of technical performance.
- Test and refine rigs to ensure they are user-friendly and capable of producing desired animations without technical errors.
- Develop custom scripts and tools to streamline the rigging and animation process, improving efficiency and quality.
- Participate in production meetings, providing insights and feedback to improve character performance and animation workflows.
- Troubleshoot and resolve rigging issues during the production process, providing technical support to the animation team.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Rigging Artist in the animation or gaming industry, with a portfolio demonstrating complex character rigs.
- Proficiency in Maya, with strong skills in other rigging tools such as Blender, 3ds Max, or similar software.
- Strong understanding of character mechanics and kinematics, anatomy, and principles of motion.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a remote team.
- Strong scripting skills in Python or MEL to automate rigging tasks and develop custom rigging tools.
- Creative thinking and meticulous attention to detail.
Benefits:
- Work remotely from any location, offering flexibility and comfort.
- Engage with a team of creative professionals in a culturally rich and innovative environment.
- Opportunity to work on unique projects that blend artistic heritage with the latest animation technology.
- Career advancement opportunities within a dynamic and growing studio.