About the role
Description
DNEG Animation is a world-class studio that creates high-end animated feature films and episodic content for audiences all over the world. We are growing our global crews to help deliver an exciting slate of major new projects. Join a team where the only house style is quality and work alongside some of the best talent in the business to help bring iconic characters and unique worlds to life. From complex graphic novel adaptations to beautifully-stylized films, each project is driven by the team's passion for the craft of animation and every role plays a huge part in the success of our shows.
Key Purpose of the Job
We aim to compete with the best in the business and will depend on our Character TDs to create animation rigs for characters, creatures, props, and vehicles. From time to time, it may be necessary to implement proprietary tools to aid in creating animation rigs. This is a team effort, so you'll work closely with our Rigging Supervisors and Animation Leads/Supervisors to develop the most suitable rigging solutions.
Job Requirements
- Experience: Proven years of experience with significant creature/character projects.
- Specialization Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of their area of character specialization (i.e., body, face, mechanical rigs).
- Software: Full working knowledge of Maya.
- Technical & Artistic Skills: Comfortable with the more technical aspects of character/creature work where appropriate and strong visual and artistic skills.
- Environment: Familiarity with pipeline issues and a typical character/creature-heavy post-production environment.
- Anatomy & Physics: Extensive understanding of human and animal anatomy, and understanding of the fundamental laws of physics.
- Mathematics & Scripting: Proficiency in mathematics (linear algebra) and ability to script basic python functions.
- Animation: Fundamental animation knowledge.
Nice to Have
- Programming: Programming skills (i.e. C++) would be beneficial but not essential.
About You
- Good communication skills
- Team oriented
- Courteous and helpful
- Pro-active
- Adaptable
- Able to take direction well
- Good organizational skills
- Excellent time management skills
Additional Details
- Employment Terms: This is a unionized position and will be covered by a collective agreement between DNEG and IATSE in the coming months. As a unionized employee, you will be required to join the union and will benefit from the conditions set out in the collective agreement. Union dues will be required once the collective agreement is in place.
- Location: Hybrid Remote, Montréal, Quebec
About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).
At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability.