About the Role We're hiring an experienced Rigging Artist to develop advanced character rigs for human and quadruped characters. You'll work on facial systems, dynamic secondary motion rigs, skinning ...
About the Role We're hiring an experienced Rigging Artist to develop advanced character rigs for human and quadruped characters. You'll work on facial systems, dynamic secondary motion rigs, skinning ...
Rigging Artist 1
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · On-site
About the Role We're hiring an experienced Rigging Artist to develop advanced character rigs for human and quadruped characters. You'll work on facial systems, dynamic secondary motion rigs, skinning ...
Rigging Artist 1
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · On-site
About the Role We're hiring an experienced Rigging Artist to develop advanced character rigs for human and quadruped characters. You'll work on facial systems, dynamic secondary motion rigs, skinning ...
The Rigging Artist is responsible for designing and creating complex character and creature rigs and pipeline for use in various projects. They collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and other ...
The Rigging Artist is responsible for designing and creating complex character and creature rigs and pipeline for use in various projects. They collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and other ...
Expression of Interest - Rigging Artist
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
The Rigging Artist is responsible for designing and creating complex character and creature rigs and pipeline for use in various projects. They collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and other ...
Expression of Interest - Rigging Artist
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
The Rigging Artist is responsible for designing and creating complex character and creature rigs and pipeline for use in various projects. They collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and other ...
The Rigging Artist is responsible for designing and creating complex character and creature rigs and pipeline for use in various projects. They collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and other ...
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The Rigging Artist is responsible for designing and creating complex character and creature rigs and pipeline for use in various projects. They collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and other ...
Senior Artist, Technical (Rigger) - NBA 2K
Novato, CA · On-site
$54 - $75/hr
The Novato team is looking for an expert character rigging artist (temporary) familiar with body and face rigging to work closely with the art team. This role reports to the Lead Technical Artist.
Senior Artist, Technical (Rigger) - NBA 2K
Novato, CA · On-site
$54 - $75/hr
The Novato team is looking for an expert character rigging artist (temporary) familiar with body and face rigging to work closely with the art team. This role reports to the Lead Technical Artist.
Senior Artist, Technical (Rigger) - NBA 2K
Novato, CA · On-site
$54 - $75/hr
The Novato team is looking for an expert character rigging artist (temporary) familiar with body and face rigging to work closely with the art team. This role reports to the Lead Technical Artist.
Senior Artist, Technical (Rigger) - NBA 2K
Novato, CA · On-site
$54 - $75/hr
The Novato team is looking for an expert character rigging artist (temporary) familiar with body and face rigging to work closely with the art team. This role reports to the Lead Technical Artist.
Senior Technical Artist (Rigger) NBA 2K
California, MO · On-site
$54 - $75/hr
The Novato team is looking for an expert character rigging artist (temporary) familiar with body and face rigging to work closely with the art team. This role reports to the Lead Technical Artist.
Senior Technical Artist (Rigger) NBA 2K
California, MO · On-site
$54 - $75/hr
The Novato team is looking for an expert character rigging artist (temporary) familiar with body and face rigging to work closely with the art team. This role reports to the Lead Technical Artist.
Technical Animator / Rigger
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Experience with industry-standard 3D software (such as Maya, Blender, or equivalent) for rigging and animation.Ability to collaborate effectively with artists, technical staff, and production, with ...
Technical Animator / Rigger
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Experience with industry-standard 3D software (such as Maya, Blender, or equivalent) for rigging and animation.Ability to collaborate effectively with artists, technical staff, and production, with ...
Have professional experience as a technical animator or rigger with a strong rigging and animation portfolio * Are fluent in Maya, Blender, or similar DCC tools and can build production-quality rigs ...
Have professional experience as a technical animator or rigger with a strong rigging and animation portfolio * Are fluent in Maya, Blender, or similar DCC tools and can build production-quality rigs ...
Have professional experience as a technical animator or rigger with a strong rigging and animation portfolio * Are fluent in Maya, Blender, or similar DCC tools and can build production-quality rigs ...
Have professional experience as a technical animator or rigger with a strong rigging and animation portfolio * Are fluent in Maya, Blender, or similar DCC tools and can build production-quality rigs ...
PAT Theatre Technician PX (Lighting, Sound/Video, Flyman/Rigger, and/or Stage Manager)
Lancaster, CA · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
Typical duties under the work direction of the Performing Arts Theatre Manager or other assigned supervisor. * Coordinates and/or directs the safe setup, installation, use and maintenance of rigging ...
PAT Theatre Technician PX (Lighting, Sound/Video, Flyman/Rigger, and/or Stage Manager)
Lancaster, CA · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
Typical duties under the work direction of the Performing Arts Theatre Manager or other assigned supervisor. * Coordinates and/or directs the safe setup, installation, use and maintenance of rigging ...
Senior Technical Artist (Apex Legends)
Madison, WI · On-site
$143K - $217K/yr
In this role, you'll drive excellence in skinning and rigging, ensuring every character meets the ... Report to the Lead Technical Artist, aligning on priorities, technical direction, and long-term ...
Senior Technical Artist (Apex Legends)
Madison, WI · On-site
$143K - $217K/yr
In this role, you'll drive excellence in skinning and rigging, ensuring every character meets the ... Report to the Lead Technical Artist, aligning on priorities, technical direction, and long-term ...
3D Video Production Artist
Memphis, TN · On-site
Additional skills in 3d modeling, rigging, and game engine tasks such as lighting, camera staging ... Technical Artist * Proficiency in industry standard 3D software for animation and modeling
3D Video Production Artist
Memphis, TN · On-site
Additional skills in 3d modeling, rigging, and game engine tasks such as lighting, camera staging ... Technical Artist * Proficiency in industry standard 3D software for animation and modeling
$60K - $82K/yr
The Unreal Animation Artist (all genders) is a highly technical and creative role focused on high ... Rigging & Blueprints: Work closely with character/prop rigging tools, utilize Control Rig within ...
$60K - $82K/yr
The Unreal Animation Artist (all genders) is a highly technical and creative role focused on high ... Rigging & Blueprints: Work closely with character/prop rigging tools, utilize Control Rig within ...
Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing ...
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Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing ...
Real-time Asset Artist (Expression of Interest - All Levels)
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$136K - $163K/yr
Proficient in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for detail and an artistic portfolio showcasing modeling and texturing expertise ...
Real-time Asset Artist (Expression of Interest - All Levels)
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$136K - $163K/yr
Proficient in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for detail and an artistic portfolio showcasing modeling and texturing expertise ...
Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing ...
Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing ...
Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing ...
Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing ... Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing ...
Expression of Interest - Character Artist
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Work closely with the animation and rigging teams to ensure models are optimized for motion. * Participate in the creative process, offering insights and solutions to achieve the desired artistic ...
Expression of Interest - Character Artist
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Work closely with the animation and rigging teams to ensure models are optimized for motion. * Participate in the creative process, offering insights and solutions to achieve the desired artistic ...
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$14.18 - $16.22
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The median wage is $25.57 / hr.
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About the Role
We're hiring an experienced Rigging Artist to develop advanced character rigs for human and quadruped characters. You'll work on facial systems, dynamic secondary motion rigs, skinning, and deformation — collaborating with animators and modelers to ensure rigs are production-ready.
- Develop anatomically accurate rigs for human and quadruped characters
- Create facial rigs and blendshapes for expressions, lip sync, and animation
- Perform advanced skinning for high-quality deformation and volume preservation
- Build dynamic rigs for secondary motion (hair, tails, skirts, cloth)
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex rigging and animation issues
- Collaborate with animators, modelers, and other departments on rig requirements
- Mentor junior rigging artists and contribute to team knowledge sharing
- 4–5 years of professional experience in character rigging
- Proficiency in Maya; Blender is a plus
- Experience with facial rigging, blendshapes, and secondary motion systems
- Intermediate knowledge of MEL and Python scripting
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Animation, or related field
- Portfolio/showreel demonstrating facial rigs, dynamic setups, and skinning quality
- Experience with Unreal Engine or Unity rigging integration
- Ability to build custom rigging tools via scripting