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We're Hiring: Senior Rigging Artists (Realism-Focused)Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.Location: RemoteType: Full-Time, Contract or PermanentView our public Discord for information and latest project updates: https://lnkd.in/gyVCPYX4Note: Please respect the server rules, and keep employment-related discussions in the appropriate channels.Vertpaint is expanding its elite animation pipeline and we're looking for a specialist in character and creature rigging to join us immediately.Were looking for a rigging artist to support and collaborate with some of the most talented animators in the industry. You'll be rigging lifelike characters and terrifying creatures for a high-end Unreal Engine production, contributing to a world-class animation pipeline.What Were Looking ForProven expertise in rigging realistic characters and complex creatures for games and real-time environmentsProficiency in both Maya and Unreal Engine - this is mandatoryIn-depth knowledge of realistic deformation, muscle systems, and animator-friendly rig setupsFluency in Unreal Engines Control Rig system and/or integration workflows for seamless game engine deploymentA strong reel showcasing a range of work, including lifelike characters and non-humanoid creature rigsDemonstrated experience in professional game rigging pipelines and production environmentsImmediate availability to join our team and start contributingWhy Join Us?Weve proudly maintained a 100% staff retention rate since founding the studio in 2019.Work on visually ambitious, narrative-driven projects with a unique identityFully remote team with flexible hoursOpportunity to have real impact on the look and feel of the worlds we buildNote on Working Hours:Working hours must meaningfully overlap with regular UK business hours (BST), to ensure effective communication and collaboration with the team.To ApplySend your portfolio, CV, and a short note about why you're interested in the role.Please note: Only applicants with a strong portfolio focused on realism will be considered.Good luck from everyone at Vertpaint!