Senior Rigging & Simulation Artist (Cinematics)

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

hirify.global is a premier developer and publisher of iconic video games like Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft.

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.