Senior Facial Rigging Artist

Job Description :

Senior Facial Rigging Artist

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Senior Facial Rigging Artist to join the development of an exciting new IP.

You will become and be part of a tight-knit team that prides itself on creating complex, high-quality and believable content.

Using your experience, on this project you will positively contribute to our studio — with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.

Responsibilities :

• Architect and implement robust, animator-friendly facial rig systems (including blend-shapes, joint-based setups, muscle / fat simulations) that support both in-game and cinematic use cases
• Develop and maintain custom rigging tools, scripts (Python, MEL, MaxScript), and pipeline integrations to streamline rig creation and iteration
• Define and enforce facial rigging best practices, naming conventions, and versioning standards; document workflows for internal teams and external vendors
• Liaise with character artists, technical artists, animators, and engine programmers to integrate rigs and motion-capture data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless hand-off

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Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple : delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

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Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including :

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.