# Experienced Rigger at Sony Pictures Imageworks

> Canada · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Asonypicturesimageworks%3A4363794003 (read 2026-11-07).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Sony Pictures Imageworks](https://alderhq.app/companies/sony-pictures-imageworks)
- Location text: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Canada
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Canada (evidence: "Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Canada")
- Posted: 2021-12-03 (1799 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-04
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonypicturesimageworks/jobs/4363794003
- Skills listed (inferred): Python

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: CAD 94k–CAD 125k per year (from the description)
- Market band for similar posted roles (Vancouver, n 129): p25 CAD 61k, median CAD 74k, p75 CAD 95k

## Description (the employer's text)

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

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. 3+ years production experience, feature film experience highly desirable.

The anticipated base salary for an Senior position is $45.07 to $60.10/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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