Rigger

We are seeking a skilled Rigger to join our team on a new narrative project.

Asobo Studio is a renowned game development studio with over 20 years of experience in creating innovative and immersive gaming experiences. Our goal is to create exceptional interactive experiences that leave a lasting impression on our players.

As a Rigger, you will work closely with our animation team to rig and skin characters, objects, and vehicles for our new game. Your responsibilities will include:

• Rigging and skinning elements such as living beings, objects, and vehicles
• Working on the dynamics of elements, including clothing, characters, and props
• Creating controllers to animate elements
• Adapting rigs to meet the constraints of our game engine while ensuring high-quality results
• Providing support to character artists and animators in setting up and optimising our production pipeline through scripting and task automation

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A background in 3D animation, graphic design, or equivalent
• At least 2 years of experience in rigging and skinning for AA/AAA game development
• A strong understanding of animation principles and tools
• Proficiency in Maya and 3Dsmax
• Experience with Motion Builder
• Scripting skills, preferably in Python
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of C++
• Experience with MAXscript, Python, or MEL
• Familiarity with Houdini

We offer a competitive salary of €33,000-51,000 per year.