Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Senior Facial Rigging Artist to join the development of an exciting new IP. You will become part of a tight-knit team that prides itself on creating complex, high-quality, and believable content. Using your experience, you will contribute positively to our studio — focusing on inclusivity, mutual respect, thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.
Responsibilities :
Architect and implement robust, animator-friendly facial rig systems (including blend-shapes, joint-based setups, muscle / fat simulations) supporting 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-offs.
Need to Have :
8+ years of AAA game production experience as a Facial Rigger, Technical Animator, Technical Artist, or similar role focusing on real-time facial solutions.
Experience with Python, MEL, or other scripting languages.
Deep knowledge of Facial Action Coding System, with hands-on experience sculpting and organizing AU-driven blendshape sets for production-quality rigs.
Expertise in Autodesk Maya (rigging, skinning), MotionBuilder (MoCap pipelines), and scripting in Python / MEL / MaxScript.
Experience with scan-to-rig pipelines using 4D expression capture, RBF-based weight transfer, or machine-learning-driven solvers.
Nice to Have :
Familiarity with package management and deployment systems like Rez and PyPI.
Our Commitment :
Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend not to apply when they think they may not meet every qualification, even if they do. At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
Our World :
At Activision, we aim to create iconic brands in gaming and entertainment, driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences. Our franchises include Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. Our goal is to delight players worldwide with innovative, fun, and engaging entertainment.
We are advancing gameplay with popular titles and sophisticated technology, aiming to be the most inclusive company. Our success depends on passionate, creative, and diverse teams, and we strive to deliver fun and unforgettable entertainment. This could be your opportunity to level up.
Rewards :
We offer comprehensive benefits promoting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, including:
Medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, life and disability insurance.
401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, floating holidays, parental leave, and more.
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and other voluntary benefits.
If relocation is required, assistance may be provided. Eligibility varies for part-time, temporary employees, and interns.
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