TL;DR

Senior Rigging & Simulation Artist (Cinematics): Developing and optimizing complex character rigs and simulations for high-quality cinematics with an accent on anatomy, cloth/hair behavior, and production pipeline integration. Focus on directable shot simulations and technical problem-solving within an art-driven environment.

Location: Hybrid in Irvine, CA, with remote work arrangements possible (US)

Salary: $38.85 – $71.83 Hourly

Company

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What you will do

Build and maintain complex character rigs and simulations.
Ensure high visual and technical quality for all characters.
Develop directable shot simulations for hair and cloth.
Collaborate with modeling, animation, FX, and lighting teams.
Maintain awareness of production pipeline needs.

Requirements

8+ years’ experience rigging characters in Maya or similar software.
Previous experience working in feature film or a TV animation pipeline.
Experience in Python, MEL, C/C++, or other programming languages.
Strong understanding of anatomy, muscles, cloth/hair behavior.
Strong knowledge of character kinematics, deformations, and topology.
High proficiency in technical problem-solving.

Nice to have

History of generating cloth/hair rigs and creating art-directed shot simulations.
Knowledge of Maya tool development and pipeline design.
Experience working in Houdini or rigging in Unreal.
Passion for Blizzard Games and Cinematics.

Culture & Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts.
401(k) with Company match and tuition reimbursement.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
Mental health & wellbeing programs and free/discounted games.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations.