TL;DR

Technical Art Intern (Rigging): Create game-ready rigs and tools for characters and props, collaborating with animation, modeling, VFX, and concept teams with an accent on rigging workflows, tool creation, and content performance. Focus on developing rigs for diverse characters, troubleshooting, and ensuring technical specifications and optimal player experience.

Location: Remote (USA)

Salary: $39.13 per hour

Company

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What you will do

Create game-ready rigs for characters and assets using Maya.
Troubleshoot and resolve rigging and workflow issues.
Collaborate with animation, modeling, VFX, and concept teams to meet visual goals.
Ensure rigging assets meet strict technical specifications.
Participate in constructive feedback and critique culture.
Support the development of stylized materials and shaders for new game content.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a college, university, or non-degree program.
Graduating in 2027 and available full-time for 12 weeks.
Eligible to work in your country of residence during this remote internship.
Experience with Maya and Photoshop for content creation.
Understanding of character rigging workflows including joint placement, skinning, and constraints.
Experience rigging diverse character types (bipeds, quadrupeds).

Nice to have

Ability to demonstrate rig range of motion with expressive poses.
Proficiency in Python scripting for Maya to automate tasks and integrate pipelines.
Foundational knowledge of 3D mathematics supporting rigging and animation.

Culture & Benefits

Paid internship with participation in 401(k) plan.
Access to in-game perks and Play Fund for player and community engagement.
Intern-focused events to connect with peers and Riot employees.
Inclusive culture valuing teamwork, diversity, and respect.