Senior Rigging Technical Director

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Framestore Full time

Rigging Technical Directors at Framestore are responsible for creating highly accurate and efficient rigs for high-end visual effects films. They work closely with modelers and animators to develop and refine rigs that meet the specific requirements of a VFX pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Create fully scripted rigs and refine them according to animation and lighting needs
  • Prototype, implement, and refine puppet, cloth, or mechanical rigs
  • Troubleshoot and fix rig issues, collect artistic feedback, and fine-tune rig behavior
  • Become proficient in the extensive rigging tool-set
  • Create simple tools to help animation workflow and rig interaction
  • Work within the pipeline and rigging standards
  • Meet delivery deadlines under production constraints
Essential Skills:
  • 5 years of VFX production experience
  • Maya rigging (full body/facial)
  • Advanced Python or Mel, GUI scripting, and the ability to follow strict coding standards
  • Experience with full scripted modular/functional rigging
  • Analytical and artistic skills, creativity, and visual problem-solving
  • Teamwork, communication, and time management skills
  • The ability to write technical documentation and present your work

Framestore is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and abilities.



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