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Experienced Rigger

Creates 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. Participates in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress while interacting with production and peers to problem solve.

  • On-site
  • Vancouver, BC
  • Posted May 28, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Sony Pictures Imageworks is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. We are committed to respecting traditional lands, and working with communities towards reconciliation. Sony Pictures Imageworks Canada Inc. 658 Homer Street., Suite 405, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2R4 Project based, Full Time Language in work environment - English Benefits per company policy: include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable Creates 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. Successful candidates must be knowledgeable in writing utility scripts and core software tools in order to streamline the character set up process. Candidate is accountable for meeting schedules and show deadlines, participates in dailies, rounds and team reviews of work in progress. Interacts with production, supervisors and team/peers in order to problem solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks. Must be able to decipher as well as follow through on work in progress, dailies, briefings/notes and feedback. Successful candidates should be able to work efficiently as part of a team or independently on rigging projects. Qualifications: Knowledge of applicable software platforms including LINUX, UNIX, Maya, Mudbox, shell, and MEL scripting language, Python is a plus. Background or experience in fine art accompanied with a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance and form highly desired. 3+ years production experience, feature film experience highly desirable. The anticipated base salary for an Senior position is $45.07 to $60.10/hr. Benefits are per company policy: which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position. Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role. We value unique perspectives, and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply. *Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

What you’ll do

Creates 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. Participates in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress while interacting with production and peers to problem solve.

Requirements

Candidates must have knowledge of applicable software platforms and a background in fine art with an understanding of physical motion. A minimum of 3 years of production experience is required, with feature film experience highly desirable.

Benefits

• Healthcare • Tuition Reimbursement • RRSP's • Sick Leave • Vacation Leave

Other relevant skills

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  • 3D Character Rigs
  • Animation Interface Controls
  • Skeletal Motion Systems
  • Body Deformations
  • Facial Deformations
  • Utility Scripts
  • Core Software Tools
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Maya
  • Mudbox
  • Linux
  • Unix
  • Python
  • MEL Scripting

Job areas

  • Creative & Media
  • Art & Design
  • Technology

Additional details

Minimum experience
5+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week