Character Rigger (Contract) Job at Dreamscape Learn, Culver City, CA

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  • Dreamscape Learn
  • Culver City, CA

Job Description

Dreamscape Learn, a pioneer in the realm of immersive virtual reality learning design, is actively seeking a  Character Rigger  with a passion for entertainment and immersive storytelling to join our innovative team. This role is essential in creating realistic and dynamic character movements for our virtual worlds. If you thrive in creative collaboration and technical problem-solving, this role is for you.

This is a 1099 contract role.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain rigging systems for 3D characters, creatures, and objects to ensure smooth, believable movement.
  • Collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and developers to develop rigs that meet creative and technical needs.
  • Create and implement facial and body control rigs tailored to the needs of different projects.
  • Optimize rigs for performance across multiple platforms, including VR environments.
  • Identify and troubleshoot rigging, skinning, and deformation issues throughout the production process.
  • Develop and refine rigging tools and scripts to streamline workflow for artists and animators.
  • Support character animation by integrating assets into the game engine (e.g., Unity, Unreal) and testing functionality in VR.
  • Stay updated on new tools, techniques, and innovations in character rigging and VR animation technology.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in character rigging, preferably in entertainment (gaming, film, animation, or VR/AR).
  • Proficiency with 3D software such as  Maya Blender , or  Houdini (with an emphasis on rigging and skinning workflows).
  • Experience with  Unity , particularly in integrating and optimizing rigged assets for performance.
  • Strong understanding of anatomy, motion, and deformation principles for both humans and creatures.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages like  Python or  MEL to develop rigging tools and automation processes.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (animators, designers, programmers) and adapt to changing project needs.
  • Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Excellent communication skills to provide and receive feedback constructively.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in rigging for VR or interactive experiences.
  • Knowledge of facial motion capture systems and workflows.
  • Understanding of real-time performance optimization and VR rendering constraints.

Benefits

Monthly rate: $5,000-$6,700 (DOE)

Dreamscape Learn is firmly committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace, and as an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all eligible candidates.

Job Tags

Contract work, Remote job,

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