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Creature Technical Director; Rigging – Expression of Interest – ILM Jobs in Vancouver, Canada at 9095 ILM (Vancouver) Inc.
Position: Creature Technical Director (Rigging) – Expression of Interest – ILM
Creature Technical Director (Rigging) – Expression of Interest – ILM Vancouver
This role is considered Hybrid; the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at an ILM designated location and occasionally from home.
The position is currently not filled but is open for future consideration.
Responsibilities
- Hero‑creature rigging and enveloping in Maya
- Troubleshoot creature rigging and pipeline issues for artists in other disciplines
- Mentor entry‑level artists
- Script utilities/tools/plug‑ins in Maya
- Sufficient knowledge of Maya rigging techniques to optimize the performance of rigs
- Participate in reviews, dailies, and department meetings as required
- Special projects as necessary
Qualifications
- At least 3 years of relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college‑level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR, at least 5 years of relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
- Experience with hero asset rigging and enveloping in Maya on realistic VFX and/or toon‑style animated feature films
- Experience in corrective sculpting
- Knowledge of anatomy and enveloping
- Positive attitude and team player
- Passion for the work
- Good communication skills
- Proficiency with Linux and expertise with Maya
- Nice to have:
Experience setting up and running simulation shot work - Experience with Houdini
- Basic competency in another discipline (modeling, texture, TD, animation)
- Experience with Python scripting
Compensation & Benefits
The hiring range in Vancouver is C $100,300 to C $128,300 per year based on a 40-hour work week. Hours may vary. Full range of medical, financial, and variable pay or benefits may be offered depending on level and position.
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Title: Creature Technical Director; Rigging – Expression of Interest – ILM
Company: 9095 ILM (Vancouver) Inc.
Location: Vancouver, Canada
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