Intermediate Rigging Artist (On-Site)

Company Overview

      ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC Canada with design, storyboarding, modeling, rigging, animation, technical finaling, lighting, visual effects, and compositing artists alongside creative and management teams.

Known for our quality, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered alongside distributors, broadcasters, and streaming platforms around the world to help create, realize, and produce noteworthy content.

ICON operates from a holistic philosophy that leverages individual skill sets to maximize production efficiency on the floor while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on-screen.

Why work at ICON?

• At ICON we constantly invest in raising the bar of our productions and fostering our people. If you are passionate about animation and enjoy sharing success with others, we'd like to hear from you!
• Join the fastest-growing CG Animation studio in Vancouver
• Work on top feature and episodic CG franchises for leading streaming platforms (Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon, Peacock, Paramount+ etc.)
• Work with a diverse group of artists from all over the world who have come to BC to join our expanding studio
• Use all of the latest tools and software
• We uphold a premium standard of quality across all of our productions by putting all of our resources up on screen
• We hire for the long term and allow artists to grow, get promoted and take on as much responsibility as they can manage
• We offer flexibility and autonomy
• We facilitate requests in a timely manner
• We support PR applications
• We offer direct deposit
• We offer a generous benefits package
• And more...

Job Overview

        As an Intermediate Rigging Artist, you will rig a variety of characters, props, sets, and vehicles with minimal input, showcasing your knowledge of the field. Collaborating closely with Senior Riggers, you will continue to learn and grow, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. Your role extends beyond rigging, involving the expansion of coding abilities to address technical challenges and assist in departmental development. Effective communication with the Lead Rigger, active participation in meetings, and proactive problem-solving are integral aspects of this role. As an Intermediate Rigger, you will not only elevate the quality and efficiency of our rigging processes but also play a key role in mentoring Junior Riggers and fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Rig characters, props, and vehicles proficiently, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of rigging principles and techniques.
• Achieve a higher quality of work at an accelerated pace compared to Junior Rigging standards.
• Collaborate closely with Senior Riggers to further enhance your skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Expand coding abilities to contribute to departmental development efforts and address technical challenges.
• Stay on top of industry advancements and emerging technologies to bring innovative solutions to rigging processes.
• Maintain regular and open communication with the Lead Rigger, providing updates on project status, challenges, and solutions.
• Participate actively in all relevant meetings, ensuring punctuality and engagement.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving, taking the initiative to address challenges and optimize rigging workflows.
• Assist Junior Riggers in troubleshooting and problem resolution, sharing knowledge to promote team success.
• Exhibit leadership qualities by fostering a positive work environment, emphasizing teamwork, and promoting a constructive atmosphere.
• Encourage a culture of acceptance and constructive feedback, embodying a positive attitude in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Have at least 1 year of related experience
• Strong knowledge of Maya
• Descent Python knowledge is required
• Basic nCloth and nHair knowledge is required
• Knowledge of GIT a plus
• Experience delivering tasks under deadlines
  

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The wage range for this role reflects compensation across all of ICON’s projects. The final salary will be determined based on the specific position, the current show assignment, and the applicant’s experience and portfolio. This range accounts for varying levels of experience and responsibilities.

In compliance with British Columbia provincial mandates, we are posting this broad wage range to meet wage transparency requirements.

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ICON Creative Studio is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.