3D Rigging Artist

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About the Company

We are a fast-growing animation house focused on creating high-quality 3D animated nursery rhymes and kids' content. With a tech-driven mindset and a strong focus on creative freedom, we encourage every team member to contribute to improving existing pipelines or exploring new ideas altogether.

Job Summary

3D Rigging Artist

Key Responsibilities

• Create full rig setups of humans, creatures, and objects from scratch using Blender (not autorigs).
• Build complete control systems including facial rigs, IK/FK switching, and constraint-based setups.
• Perform accurate skinning and weight painting for smooth deformation.
• Collaborate with 3D modellers to resolve mesh and topology issues where needed.
• Ensure rigs meet animator requirements and are optimised for performance and usability.
• Continuously improve rigging workflows and explore better tools and techniques.
• Follow Strict and time sensitive deadlines.

Qualifications and Skillset

• Diploma, degree, or equivalent experience in Animation, Game Design, VFX, or a related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of professional experience rigging in Blender.
• Strong grasp of rigging fundamentals: bone hierarchies, constraints, drivers, modifiers, weight painting, and deformation logic.
• Ability to create complex rigs manually without relying solely on autorigging tools.
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling concepts to support collaboration with modellers.
• Self-motivated, good communication and problem-solving skills.
• A solid rigging portfolio showcasing a variety of characters or objects rigged in Blender.
• Understanding of animation workflows and how animators interact with rigs

Good to Have Skills

• Experience with Blender scripting (Python) and Model Context Protocol (MCP).
• Familiarity with tools like Rigify or Auto-Rig Pro.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a creative organisation producing global 3D animated content.
• Join a forward-thinking team that values autonomy, experimentation, and innovation.
• Paid time off and paid sick leave.
• A collaborative environment where your ideas can shape future workflows.

Expected Salary - INR 18,000 - INR 30,000 per month

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, In-office