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Rigger

@ Sony Pictures Imageworks

Vancouver, British Columbia

$25.96–$48.08/hr2+ years experience
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Overview

Sony Pictures Imageworks is hiring Riggers in Vancouver to build 3D character rigs and animation controls for film and visual effects work. The role is full time and project based, with pay of $25.96 to $48.08 per hour depending on level, plus healthcare, RRSPs and vacation leave.

Pay:

$25.96–$48.08 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Create 3D character rigs and animation interface controls
  • Write utility scripts to streamline character setup
  • Meet schedules and show deadlines
  • Participate in dailies, rounds and team reviews
  • Interact with production, supervisors and peers to solve problems

Requirements summary:

  • Knowledge of LINUX, UNIX, Maya, Mudbox, shell and MEL scripting
  • Python is a plus
  • 2-3 years of experience minimum
  • 2-year diploma or 1-year certificate most desired
  • Fine art background and understanding of physical motion highly desired
  • Demo reel showing relevant artistic and technical experience

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Retirement planTuition support
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Employer posting date
2021-12-03
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-17

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSoftware development
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (preferred)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support

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Sony Pictures Imageworks

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Sony Pictures Imageworks is an Academy Award®-winning visual effects and animation studio

Full company description

Sony Pictures Imageworks is the Academy Award®-winning visual effects and animation unit of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group known for live-action visual effects, dynamic creature and character animation and all-CG animation. JOIN THE TEAM! Please note that there may not be any positions immediately open, but we are always accepting applications for potential positions. To apply, please send resume and on-line link to your reel to: [email protected] • Website: http://www.imageworks.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SonyPicturesImageworks • Twitter: http://twitter.com/imageworksvfx • YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/imageworksvfx LOCATIONS: Los Angeles, CA, USA Vancouver, BC, Canada Montreal, QC, Canada

LinkedIn followers
151,958
People associated on LinkedIn
1,294
Reported office locations
  • PO Box 10433, Vancouver, BC, CA
  • 9050 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA, US
Business categories
  • Digital Entertainment
Other recorded names
  • Sony Pictures Imageworks
Specialties
  • Visual Effects
  • Animation
  • and Motion Pictures
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0

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Sony Pictures Imageworks is the Academy Award®-winning visual effects and animation unit of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group known for live-action visual effects, dynamic creature and character animation and all-CG animation. JOIN THE TEAM! Please note that there may not be any positions immediately open, but we are always accepting applications for potential positions. To apply, please send resume and on-line…

FieldValue
IndustryAnimation and Post-production
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, BC
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1992
SpecialtiesVisual EffectsAnimationand Motion Pictures
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Job description

Sony Pictures Imageworks is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. We are committed to respecting traditional lands, and working with communities towards reconciliation.

Sony Pictures Imageworks Canada Inc.
658 Homer Street., Suite 405, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2R4

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment - English

Benefits per company policy: include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Riggers!

Creates 3D character rigs and animation interface controls for skeletal motion systems and body/facial deformations. Successful candidates must be knowledgeable in writing utility scripts and core software tools in order to streamline the character set up process. Candidate is accountable for meeting schedules and show deadlines, participates in dailies, rounds and team reviews of work in progress. Interacts with production, supervisors and team/peers in order to problem solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks. Must be able to decipher as well as follow through on work in progress, dailies, briefings/notes and feedback. Successful candidates should be able to work efficiently as part of a team or independently on rigging projects.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of applicable software platforms including LINUX, UNIX, Maya, Mudbox, shell, and MEL scripting language, Python is a plus. Background or experience in fine art accompanied with a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance and form highly desired. Most desired 2 year diploma or 1 year certificate however minimal requirement of 2-3 years of experience.

The anticipated base salary for an Associate position is $25.96 to $34.62/hr and for an Intermediate position is $36.06 - $48.08/hr. Benefits are per company policy: which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role.

We value unique perspectives, and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.

*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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