We are looking for a talented 3D Rigging Artist. Are you passionate about VFX, animation, Gaming, and creating rigging solutions for multiple platforms using offline rendering and real-time technology? In our team, you will be responsible for creating and implementing character rigs that allow for fluid and realistic animation. You will collaborate closely with animators and modelers to ensure that all assets are optimized for performance and artistic quality.
Work at Exadel - Who We Are
Since 1998, Exadel has been engineering its products and custom software for clients of all sizes. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Exadel has 2,000+ employees in development centers across America, Europe, and Asia. Our people drive Exadel’s success and are at the core of our values.
About the Customer
The Customer is a worldwide international manufacturing company. Our client is a leader in the global toy market and strongly emphasizes creativity and problem-solving, fostering an environment where children can explore their imaginations.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a 3D Rigging Artist in animation or game development
- Advanced knowledge of Maya
- Strong understanding of anatomy and movement principles
- Experience with Python
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A strong portfolio showcasing your rigging work
- Skills in agile methodology
- Able to work to both long and short deadlines and multitask
- Ability to prioritize production needs and tasks
- Ability to collaborate and offer solutions with great problem-solving skills
Nice to have
Experience working with Houdini, Blender, and other relevant 3D DCCs
English level
Advanced
Responsibilities
- Supporting and enhancing current and future 3D and CGI workflows and pipelines
- Design/Testing/Documenting of future Tools and pipeline requirements in line with business needs
- Troubleshoot problems and implement solutions
- Review the code and offer constructive feedback
- Develop and maintain character rigs for a variety of projects, including games, films, and animations
- Collaborate with animators to understand their needs and ensure rigs facilitate expressive animation
- Create and optimize controls for easy manipulation by animators
- Troubleshoot and resolve rigging issues in collaboration with the animation team
- Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to enhance rigging techniques and workflows
Advantages of Working with Exadel
Exadel is a global company, and benefits can vary depending on your location and contract type. Your recruiter will provide specific information about the benefits available to you.
- International projects
- In-office, hybrid or remote mode
- Medical healthcare
- Recognition program
- Professional & personal development opportunities
- Foreign languages classes
- Well-being program
- Corporate events
- Sports compensation
- Referral program
- Equipment provision
- Paid vacation & sick days
Top Skills
What We Do
For more than 20 years, Exadel has been delivering Digital Transformation services, enterprise and custom software solutions for Fortune 500 clients, including HPE, Deloitte, Home Depot and McKesson. With 20+ locations and delivery centers across the US and Europe, Exadel solves the most complex engineering problems using Agile methodologies, offering a scalable and skilled mix of multi-shore resources at the industry's most competitive price. Exadel’s digital transformation solutions and services help chart new strategies that are built upon creative thinking, cutting-edge design, and technical innovation, designed for the growing digital landscape of business.
Enterprise Services
- Digital Transformation Experts
- Developing mission-critical software and mobile applications
- Advising companies on how best to leverage open source technology
- Helping companies plan and implement migrations to better technology stacks
- Providing QA, automation, and testing services for application development
- Supporting and maintaining applications and systems for companies
- Providing on-line training and mentoring to companies
- Assisting companies in evaluating their current enterprise software architecture and planning for improvements or new systems.
