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Job TitleRigging Artist (Character &amp; Creature Setup)Job TypeFull-Time / Contract On-site / Hybrid / RemoteRole OverviewWe are seeking a skilled rigging artist to develop robust, animator-friendly rigs for characters, creatures, and props used in animation, cinematic films, VFX, real-time engines, and immersive experiences.The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of anatomy, deformation systems, and production pipelines and can create scalable rigs that perform efficiently in both cinematic and real-time environments.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and build production-ready rigs for:</li><li>Biped &amp; quadruped characters</li><li>Stylized &amp; realistic characters</li><li>Creatures and mechanical assets</li><li>Develop advanced IK/FK systems, space switching, and control setups</li><li>Create facial rigs using joints, blendshapes, or hybrid systems</li><li>Ensure clean skin weighting and natural deformations</li><li>Optimize rigs for animation, Unreal Engine, or game pipelines</li><li>Maintain clean hierarchy, naming conventions, and reusable rig systems</li><li>Troubleshoot deformation and performance issues</li><li>Collaborate closely with modeling, animation, and technical teams</li></ul>Required Skills<ul><li>Strong proficiency in Autodesk Maya</li><li>Deep understanding of:</li><li>Joint orientation &amp; hierarchy</li><li>Skinning &amp; weight painting</li><li>Deformation systems</li><li>Constraint systems &amp; space switching</li><li>Experience with Advanced Skeleton, HumanIK, or custom rig systems</li><li>Strong understanding of anatomy and body mechanics</li><li>Knowledge of animation workflow and animator requirements</li></ul>Preferred/Bonus Skills<ul><li>Experience with Python or MEL scripting</li><li>Knowledge of Unreal Engine rig export workflows</li><li>Experience with creature rigging</li><li>Familiarity with facial performance capture setups</li><li>Understanding of AR/VR or real-time production pipelines</li></ul>Experience Required<ul><li>0&ndash;1 years of professional rigging experience</li><li>Strong demo reel showcasing deformation quality and control systems</li></ul>Deliverables<ul><li>Clean, production-ready rig files</li><li>Efficient deformation with minimal technical issues</li><li>Optimized rigs compatible with rendering or real-time engines</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Opportunity to work on cinematic, immersive, and large-scale projects</li><li>Creative collaboration with animation &amp; VFX teams</li><li>Growth in real-time and next-gen production pipelines</li></ul>How to ApplySend your portfolio/showreel along with:<ul><li>Software proficiency</li><li>Years of experience</li><li>Current availability</li></ul>info@reel9.inJob Types: Contractual / Temporary, Freelance Contract length: 3 monthsPay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per monthWork Location: Hybrid remote in Indore, Madhya Pradesh (Indore)

Rigging Artist

Job Title: 3D Modeler &ndash; Character ModelingStudio: Reel 9 StudioIndustry: AnimationJob Type: Full-timeLocation: On-siteJob OverviewReel 9 Studio is hiring a 3D Modeler &ndash; Character Modeling with strong production experience in the animation industry. The role requires creating high-quality, animation-ready character models from concept through final delivery while meeting artistic and technical standards.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Model and sculpt 3D characters based on provided concepts and references</li><li>Create detailed character assets including anatomy, clothing, accessories, and facial features</li><li>Develop clean, deformation-friendly topology suitable for rigging and animation</li><li>Create optimized UVs and support texturing workflows</li><li>Ensure models are animation-ready and follow studio pipeline standards</li><li>Collaborate with rigging, animation, look-dev, and art teams</li><li>Implement feedback and revisions efficiently</li><li>Maintain visual consistency and quality across projects</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>Proven experience as a 3D Modeller with a focus on character modeling</li><li>Strong proficiency in ZBrush</li><li>Experience with Maya / Blender or equivalent software</li><li>Solid understanding of anatomy, proportions, and form</li><li>Expertise in topology, UV mapping, and texturing basics</li><li>Familiarity with PBR workflows</li><li>Ability to deliver models optimized for animation and rendering</li><li>Strong portfolio demonstrating character modelling work for animation</li></ul>Preferred/Additional Skills<ul><li>Experience with facial topology and blendshape-ready models</li><li>Knowledge of look development and shaders</li><li>Basic understanding of rigging and animation needs</li><li>Experience in an animation studio production pipeline</li><li>Familiarity with Substance Painter / Mari </li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Opportunity to work on high-quality animation projects</li><li>Collaborative and creative studio environment</li><li>Competitive compensation based on experience</li><li>Long-term growth opportunities</li></ul>How to ApplySend your portfolio/showreel and resume to: info@reel9.in/WhatsApp on +91 8989441317Job Type: Full-timePay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

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