Lead Creature TD

Job Description

Mr.X - Lead Creature TD (Rigging)

Founded in 2001, MR. X is an award-winning visual effects company specializing in high-concept episodic series and feature films. With years long relationships spanning the globe and including some of the industry's top creators, MR. X has delivered visual effects for critically acclaimed titles including The Shape of Water, Roma, Da 5 Bloods and Vikings, to name just a few. By partnering with clients through every stage of their project, MR. X helps shape and guide what makes it to the screen for some of the world's most exciting film and episodic television content. MR. X comprises over 600 filmmakers, artists, and technologists working across the company's world-class facilities located in Toronto, Montreal, Adelaide, Bangalore and Los Angeles.

For more information about MR. X – Partners in storytelling – visit http://www.mrxfx.com

What you'll do

Rigging Artists are responsible for producing high-quality kinematic-control and deformation systems for our CG models.

If you have a passion for rigging, can use Maya and are comfortable with Mel or Python scripting then we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

What You'll Need

Rigging Essentials:
• Experience with Maya
• Experience with Python scripting

Any of the following technical skills is a bonus:
• Knowledge of relevant mathematical processes
• Previous experience in Creature FX and/or muscle sims

Any of the following experience is a great advantage:
• Previous experience in a VFX environment
• An education or interest in anatomy and mechanics
• Passionate about building and leading teams of creatives
• Ability to make decisions to drive progress on a project
• Ability to solve complex problems and determine solutions
• Ability to innovate new methodologies to streamline workflows
• Ability to collaborate and engage with other department leads for efficient communication

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d87pwq-18-119-126-80-42 in your application.