Rigging 3D expert

Requirements

• Character rigging expertiseMust
• Hand and finger articulation riggingMust
• Maya or Blender proficiencyMust
• Weight painting for character deformationMust
• Joint placement and skeletal setupMust
• Anatomy knowledge for riggingMust
• Portfolio or sample work demonstrating complex hand riggingMust
• Written and verbal communication skillsMust
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting mindsetMust
• Scripting or automation for rigging pipelines
• Remote project work experience

What you'll do

• 3D character rig creation and implementation
• Deliver weight painting and deformation solutions for hand movement
• Assess and troubleshoot rigging issues
• Document rigging processes and workflows
• Collaborate with creative and technical stakeholders
• Provide written and verbal feedback on rigging work

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About the role

Role Title: Rigging 3D expert Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Rigging 3D experts to contribute advanced skillsets to a unique customer project focused on character and hand design. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. Scope of Work • Create, implement, and refine hand-focused character rigs suitable for animation and simulation within 3D environments. • Collaborate with creative and technical stakeholders to ensure rig functionality aligns with project objectives and artistic vision. • Deliver precise weight painting, joint placement, and deformation solutions specifically tailored to realistic or stylized hand movement. • Assess and troubleshoot rigging issues, optimizing for usability and animation fluidity. • Document rigging processes, workflows, and tool usage to facilitate knowledge transfer and reproducibility. • Provide high-quality written and verbal feedback on rigging assignments and participate in remote discussions as needed for project clarity. Preferred Qualifications • Proven expertise in character rigging, with a portfolio or sample work featuring complex hand and finger articulation. • Advanced proficiency in industry-standard 3D software such as Maya, Blender, or similar platforms. • Strong understanding of anatomy, especially hand structure, and experience translating it into functional rigs for animation purposes. • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to clear documentation and collaborative problem-solving. • Familiarity with scripting or automation for rigging pipelines is a plus. • Experience delivering remote project work or participating in distributed creative assignments. • Detail-oriented mindset, with a passion for innovation in character mechanics and user-focused design. Originally posted on Himalayas