Senior Creature Technical Director Role at ILM
Location
vancouver, metro vancouver regional district
Job Type
Full-time
Category
IT & Technology
Posted
June 19, 2026
Showcase your skills as a Senior Creature Technical Director in a hybrid work environment at ILM. This role emphasizes character rigging, simulations, and artist mentorship.
ILM is currently accepting expressions of interest for the Senior Creature Technical Director role. Candidates should possess over five years of experience in creature rigging within animation or visual effects. You will develop high-quality rigs and simulations while supporting junior artists and troubleshooting complex issues. Establishing strong collaborations with peers will be key.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and create creature rigging in Maya
• Set up dynamic simulations including hair and cloth
• Troubleshoot rigging challenges for the team
• Guide and mentor junior character artists
• Create necessary scripts and tools in Maya
Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Strong background as a Maya rigger
• Solid understanding of anatomy and e...
ILM is currently accepting expressions of interest for the Senior Creature Technical Director role. Candidates should possess over five years of experience in creature rigging within animation or visual effects. You will develop high-quality rigs and simulations while supporting junior artists and troubleshooting complex issues. Establishing strong collaborations with peers will be key.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and create creature rigging in Maya
• Set up dynamic simulations including hair and cloth
• Troubleshoot rigging challenges for the team
• Guide and mentor junior character artists
• Create necessary scripts and tools in Maya
Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Strong background as a Maya rigger
• Solid understanding of anatomy and e...