Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging. * 3+ years' experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles. * Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python ...
Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging. * 3+ years' experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles. * Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python ...
3D Motion Design 1- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground - College of Arts and Media
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... rigging (IKs and controls), and particle effects. * Skills teaching the following software programs are required: Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. * Job titles that ...
3D Motion Design 1- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground - College of Arts and Media
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... rigging (IKs and controls), and particle effects. * Skills teaching the following software programs are required: Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. * Job titles that ...
... rigging (IKs and controls), and particle effects. * Skills teaching the following software programs are required: Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. * Job titles that ...
... rigging (IKs and controls), and particle effects. * Skills teaching the following software programs are required: Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. * Job titles that ...
Account Manager
Burlingame, CA · On-site
Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging. 3+ years' experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python and ...
Account Manager
Burlingame, CA · On-site
Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging. 3+ years' experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python and ...
Adjunct Faculty DAA
San Jose, CA · On-site
$3.0K - $4.5K/mo
Experience working with Maya software for animation, modeling, rigging, or lighting of content in animations/films. * Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a professional level with practical ...
Adjunct Faculty DAA
San Jose, CA · On-site
$3.0K - $4.5K/mo
Experience working with Maya software for animation, modeling, rigging, or lighting of content in animations/films. * Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a professional level with practical ...
Account Manager
Burlingame, CA · On-site
Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging. 3+ years' experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python and ...
Account Manager
Burlingame, CA · On-site
Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging. 3+ years' experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python and ...
3D Motion Design 1- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground - College of Arts and Media
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... rigging (IKs and controls), and particle effects. * Skills teaching the following software programs are required: Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. * Job titles that ...
3D Motion Design 1- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground - College of Arts and Media
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... rigging (IKs and controls), and particle effects. * Skills teaching the following software programs are required: Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. * Job titles that ...
Adjunct Faculty DAA
San Jose, CA · On-site
Experience working with Maya software for animation, modeling, rigging, or lighting of content in animations/films. * Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a professional level with practical ...
Adjunct Faculty DAA
San Jose, CA · On-site
Experience working with Maya software for animation, modeling, rigging, or lighting of content in animations/films. * Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a professional level with practical ...
3D Animation Lead
Denver, NC · On-site +1
Thorough knowledge of Maya * An understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form * An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data ...
3D Animation Lead
Denver, NC · On-site +1
Thorough knowledge of Maya * An understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form * An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data ...
3D Animation Lead
Denver, NC · On-site
Thorough knowledge of Maya * An understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form * An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data ...
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3D Animation Lead
Denver, NC · On-site
Thorough knowledge of Maya * An understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form * An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data ...
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... Rigging, Animating, and Rendering. He /She should be knowing any 3DS knowledge. Qualifications Technical Skills: 3DS Max or Maya. Candidate should be having background on 3D Modelling. Soft Skills ...
... Rigging, Animating, and Rendering. He /She should be knowing any 3DS knowledge. Qualifications Technical Skills: 3DS Max or Maya. Candidate should be having background on 3D Modelling. Soft Skills ...
Character Technical Artist
$130K - $165K/yr
Collaborate closely with rigging and animation to ensure characters are animation-ready and behave ... Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Maya and familiarity with Motion Builder, ZBrush ...
Character Technical Artist
$130K - $165K/yr
Collaborate closely with rigging and animation to ensure characters are animation-ready and behave ... Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Maya and familiarity with Motion Builder, ZBrush ...
... rigging is a plus Minimum Qualifications Solid grasp on the traditional principles of animation Experience in expressive facial animation Expert level of knowledge of Autodesk Maya Understanding of ...
... rigging is a plus Minimum Qualifications Solid grasp on the traditional principles of animation Experience in expressive facial animation Expert level of knowledge of Autodesk Maya Understanding of ...
Lead Character Artist
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$170K - $200K/yr
Work closely with rigging, animation, and technical art teams to ensure characters are ready for ... Strong proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter. * Significant experience in Unreal ...
Lead Character Artist
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$170K - $200K/yr
Work closely with rigging, animation, and technical art teams to ensure characters are ready for ... Strong proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter. * Significant experience in Unreal ...
Character Technical Artist
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$130K - $165K/yr
Collaborate closely with rigging and animation to ensure characters are animation-ready and behave ... Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Maya and familiarity with Motion Builder, ZBrush ...
Character Technical Artist
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$130K - $165K/yr
Collaborate closely with rigging and animation to ensure characters are animation-ready and behave ... Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Maya and familiarity with Motion Builder, ZBrush ...
Lead Character Artist
$170K - $200K/yr
Work closely with rigging, animation, and technical art teams to ensure characters are ready for ... Strong proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter. * Significant experience in Unreal ...
Lead Character Artist
$170K - $200K/yr
Work closely with rigging, animation, and technical art teams to ensure characters are ready for ... Strong proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter. * Significant experience in Unreal ...
Senior Previz Artist - Temp (SFD / Cinematics)
$39.54 - $73.16/hr
Professional Maya experience. Proficient with animation blocking for previz and familiar with modeling, rigging, shading, etc. Knowledge & Skills * Strong cinematic knowledge. Instinctively ...
Senior Previz Artist - Temp (SFD / Cinematics)
$39.54 - $73.16/hr
Professional Maya experience. Proficient with animation blocking for previz and familiar with modeling, rigging, shading, etc. Knowledge & Skills * Strong cinematic knowledge. Instinctively ...
Professional Maya experience. Proficient with animation blocking for previz and familiar with modeling, rigging, shading, etc. Knowledge & Skills * Strong cinematic knowledge. Instinctively ...
Professional Maya experience. Proficient with animation blocking for previz and familiar with modeling, rigging, shading, etc. Knowledge & Skills * Strong cinematic knowledge. Instinctively ...
Adjunct Instructor, Animation
Lake Worth, FL · On-site
... rigging, modeling, compositing, games, and VFX. Experience with 3D industrial software such as Autodesk Maya, and/or compositing software such as Adobe After Effects required. Develops discipline ...
Adjunct Instructor, Animation
Lake Worth, FL · On-site
... rigging, modeling, compositing, games, and VFX. Experience with 3D industrial software such as Autodesk Maya, and/or compositing software such as Adobe After Effects required. Develops discipline ...
... rigging, modeling, compositing, games, and VFX. Experience with 3D industrial software such as Autodesk Maya, and/or compositing software such as Adobe After Effects required. Develops discipline ...
... rigging, modeling, compositing, games, and VFX. Experience with 3D industrial software such as Autodesk Maya, and/or compositing software such as Adobe After Effects required. Develops discipline ...
Maya Rigger information
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$14.18 - $16.22
1% of jobs
$16.22 - $18.25
6% of jobs
$18.25 - $20.28
5% of jobs
$20.28 - $22.31
6% of jobs
$23.09 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$22.31 - $24.34
16% of jobs
The median wage is $25.57 / hr.
$24.34 - $26.38
25% of jobs
$26.38 - $28.41
14% of jobs
$28.83 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.41 - $30.44
6% of jobs
$30.44 - $32.47
16% of jobs
$32.47 - $34.51
3% of jobs
$34.51 - $36.54
1% of jobs
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How much do maya rigger jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for maya rigger in the United States is $26.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the typical collaboration dynamics for a Maya Rigger within a production team?
Maya Riggers often work closely with modelers, animators, and technical directors to ensure characters and assets are ready for animation. You may regularly attend review meetings, troubleshoot rigging issues based on feedback, and adjust rigs to fit the creative needs of animators. This role requires strong communication skills and a willingness to iterate on your work based on collaborative input. Being able to understand both artistic and technical requirements allows Maya Riggers to be a vital link in the production pipeline and ensures a seamless workflow.
What does a Maya Rigger do?
A Maya Rigger is responsible for creating the skeletal structures and controls that allow 3D characters, creatures, and objects to move realistically in animation and games. They build rigs with joints, deformers, and constraints to ensure smooth motion and animator-friendly controls. Maya Riggers often work closely with modelers and animators to ensure that rigs function properly and meet production needs. Strong knowledge of anatomy, weight painting, and scripting (such as MEL or Python) is essential for efficiency and flexibility in rigging workflows.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Maya Rigger position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Maya Rigger, you need a deep understanding of 3D rigging principles, anatomy, and strong proficiency in Autodesk Maya, often supported by a degree in animation or related field. Experience with tools like Autodesk Maya, scripting languages such as Python or MEL, and familiarity with version control systems is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, communication, and the ability to collaborate with animators and modelers help set candidates apart. These skills are essential for creating efficient and flexible rigs that support smooth animation workflows and production timelines.
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Full-time
Posted 8 days ago
Job description
High Moon Studios is seeking a talented and self-directed Technical Animator who can join for a 12-month temporary assignment. Â The candidate must be passionate about making great games, and must be a strong problem-solver and effective communicator. Â Â Â
Responsibilities:Â Â
- Creation of prototype and production animation content.
- Work with the animation lead on tool, system and game play prototypes.
- Collaborate with the Tech Art Team in the development tools that support the animation pipeline.
- Collaborate with Design, Engineering in the development of in-game animation systems.
- Troubleshoot and consistently present solutions to technical issues related to animations.
- Roll out production ready rigs/tools/ systems to the animation team.
- Provide desk side support for the animation team - helping to resolve technical issues.
- Meets project deadlines / milestones, as set by Project Leads.
Requirements:Â Â
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
- Must have the desire to create great games.
- Understanding of animation principals which can be clearly displayed in your demo reel.
- Thorough knowledge of Maya and other animation software.
- Strong knowledge of Maya character rigging.
- 3+ years’ experience working as a technical animator on shipped titles.Â
- Solid understanding of object oriented code design in languages such as python and C#.
- Experience working with game engine animation systems.
- Good knowledge of Motion Capture techniques.
Bonus Qualifications:Â Â
- Solid understanding of human and animal anatomy.
- Scripting in MEL.Â
About Us
World class games start with world class talent! This is a unique time in Activision’s history – and one of the most exciting opportunities to join us! Activision Blizzard, headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, is the premier worldwide publisher of interactive entertainment software like Call of Duty, Destiny and the Blizzard Entertainment Franchises.
High Moon Studios
Founded in 2002, High Moon Studios is an award-winning studio that’s developed for blockbuster franchises like Call of Duty and Transformers. We are 100 people strong, located in the always-sunny beachside city of Carlsbad, California.Â
Our goal is simple: make game experiences that kick ass and blow minds. High Moon Studios is led by award winning veterans and a crack production staff that have over 200 years of combined development experience.   We work hard. We play hard. It’s time to add world class talent as we partner with Bungie to work on their ground-breaking Destiny Franchise.