Senior Technical Artist – Character Rigger

Next Level Games

Vancouver, Canada
Base: $100,000 to $130,000 cad annually; bonus/equ...
On-site
Strong maya skills
Python and maya api knowledge
Experience with perforce or similar source control
Next Level Games is a subsidiary of Nintendo with a 20-year history of shipping award-winning games and fostering a collaborative and fun work environment

Job Summary

  • Next Level Games is a subsidiary of Nintendo with a 20-year history of shipping award-winning games and fostering a collaborative and fun work environment.
  • The role involves elevating character animation by working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality rigs and improve rigging efficiency through tools and workflows.
  • Employees enjoy competitive benefits including performance bonuses, health coverage, mental health support, access to an in-studio gym, and a workplace that values inclusivity and continuous growth.

Matching Summary

Next Level Games is a subsidiary of Nintendo with a 20-year history of shipping award-winning games and fostering a collaborative and fun work environment.

Salary

Base: $100,000 to $130,000 CAD annually; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary performance bonus program; Benefits: Health coverage and employee assistance programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong Maya skills
  • Python and Maya API knowledge
  • Experience with Perforce or similar source control
  • Character rigging expertise
  • Collaboration with artists and engineers
  • Technical problem solving
  • Asset topology optimization

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and innovative spirit
  • Strong communication skills
  • Organized and self-motivated
  • Understanding of cloth and hair simulations
  • Experience with animation tools and pipelines
  • Providing constructive feedback
  • Inclusive workplace values

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years professional rigging experience
  • Work eligibility in Canada
  • Residing in or willing to relocate to Metro Vancouver
  • Include art portfolio or animation reel

Work Rights

Must have work eligibility in Canada and reside or relocate to Metro Vancouver

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