Job Description

RSE has our next AAA game in development and we are looking for a CHARACTER TD / RIGGER with a blend of strong technical skills in rigging, animation, and tools programming as well as a good artistic sense. At Red Storm Technical Artists are challenged to rig, automate processes through tool development, and ensure optimal performance and look in game engines.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work directly with Character and Animation teams to define and create the best rigs, tools and workflows for the Character and Animation teams.
• Collaborate with our development partner studios across the world in the development of asset pipelines.
• Create the tools and establish the engine export pipeline for rigging, characters, and animation.
• Be proactive - Work effectively with Animators and Character artists so that they are aware of concerns and issues dealing with animation production.
• Be self-driven - Produce work in an efficient and timely manner, adhering to an agreed-upon schedule.
• Be diligent - Ensure quality of related assets by maintaining responsibility over animations tools and pipeline throughout the projects development including fixing bugs, assigned by project leads.
• Provide support to games in production - Contribute to the success of the team, and the studio, through your personal contribution to the product.
• Provide team/company support - Each team member is expected to provide feedback on ideas, features, game-play, and process.
• Document pipeline and tools development processes Inspire and empower the art team to optimize their processes.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Python and DCC tools APIs 
• Production experience in Motion Builder and Maya
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience designing, creating and supporting complex character and facial rigs
• Experience building tools to improve animation, rigging and / or character pipelines
• Able to own the skinning process for a variety of characters, garments, and gear
• Good understanding of real time animation systems and game console constraints
• Experience using motion capture systems
• Key Frame Animation Experience
• 3D modeling and texturing skills a strong plus
• Strong interpersonal skills-able to interact with team members of different disciplines
• Willingness to observe, absorb and modify own work based on many avenues of artistic criticism
• Deep passion for games as a craft
• Good positive attitude and outlook

Candidates for this position are required to provide samples at the time of application. Web portfolio format is preferred. Any resumes submitted without a portfolio or web link will not be considered.

Additional Information

• Subsidized paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Paid life, accidental death & dismemberment, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays 
• Flexible work schedule

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.