Idol Minds seeking character rigger (Louisville, Colorado)

Idol Minds seeking Character Rigger (Louisville, Colorado)

We’re looking for a Character Rigger for an unannounced next-gen title. We currently have our own custom built rigging tools but we are looking for someone who has good rigging/weighting skills. The applicant should be able to pick up technical work flows quickly. Position may include some animation from time to time. Should have a basic understanding of Mel scripting, Python or a comparable scripting language.

Maya experience is preferred but we would consider someone with experience in other 3d packages. This is a full time, on site position. We would also consider on-location contract basis as well. We offer a competitive salary, health and dental benefits and 401k.

Required Skills

Solid understanding of character setup.
Weighting/skinning skills
Technical aptitude in Maya or similar 3d application
Troubleshooting problems or issues
Work directly with Art Director
Communicate problems and try to come up with possible solutions
Participate and communicate in critiques and planning meetings
Accept constructive feedback of your work and make required changes
Be a strong team player and demonstrate communication skills
Self motivated
Work within required deadlines

Preferred Experience
Good animation skills
Maya
Mel scripting
A Fine Arts degree
Previous Game Experience

Company Description

Idol Minds is located in beautiful Louisville, Colorado between Denver and Boulder next to the Rocky Mountains (8 minutes to Boulder, 20 minutes to Denver). Our company offers a relaxed and fun work environment, competitive salary, royalties, moving expenses, health and dental insurance, and a 401k plan. Our location offers close proximity to countless outdoor and metropolitan activities. We have immediate positions available for full time employment. The people we’re looking for are well organized, detail oriented, and enjoy working in a relaxed but hard working team atmosphere. If you are a talented and highly skilled individual with a passion for creating exciting games, come join our team.

If this describes your talents, then please send us a submission of your work along with your resume. The following submissions/applications are accepted:

Your Web site URL
Email a zip file
Mail a CD or DVD

Email Address:
pwalters@idolminds.com

Physical Address:
Idol Minds
Attn: Character Dept.
363 Centennial Pkwy Suite 200
Louisville, CO 80027