CG Rigger

LAIKA/Entertainment is seeking a CG Rigger to join our studio for our next stop-motion animated feature film.

The CG Rigger works closely with the Animators and Modelers to set up character, sets maintain a cohesive organic look during the animation process.

• Creates and supports interfaces, control mechanisms and tools for receiving departments as assigned by the CG Supervisor.
• Designs and implements new tools and techniques for the production.
• Meets deadlines as assigned by production management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Computer Animation, or other relevant area of study and/or equivalent job experience.
• 3+ years of industry (CG and/or Visual Effects) or equivalent rigging experience.
• Knowledge of Maya, MEL and Python preferred.
• Experience rigging a variety of characters and props, including facial animation systems.
• Strong knowledge of character kinematics, deformation and biomechanics.
• Basic modeling skills and ability to understand polygonal mesh flow.
• Background in visual arts/design with a strong understanding of form, geometry and movement.
• Ability to provide feedback to team members on work under development and mentor lesser experienced team members.
• Knowledge of dynamics, a plus.
• Linux experience a plus.
• Maya C++ plug in development, a plus.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

LAIKA Entertainment

LAIKA is an animation company specializing in feature films, commercials, branded entertainment, broadcast series, interactive content, broadcast graphics and short films. The company has a 30-year animation history presenting the artistry of award-winning filmmakers, designers and animators and is based in Portland, Oregon. Portland is a city known for its quality of life: A 5,000-acre park within city limits; the world’s largest independent bookstore; microbreweries; restaurants and coffee shops on every other corner; no sales tax; and someone's always there to pump your gas. In fact, it's the law.