Position Overview
- This internship will provide “hands on” experience and exposure to the Psyop Production environment, providing an opportunity to learn alongside working professionals in the Animation/VFX industry
- Will report primarily to the Rigging Lead
Responsibilities
Will include but are not limited to:
- Assist Rigging team with creating rigs (props, characters, vehicles, etc)
- Work alongside and assist the Psyop team, gaining knowledge of asset creation and the overall rigging process
- Create simple animated rigs and demonstrate the rigs ability to pose in various expressive ways
- Attend dailies as needed
- Attend production meetings as needed
- Assist the department with departmental tasks as instructed
Requirements & Qualifications
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or university
- Intern should be available to work 40 hours per week for 10 weeks
- Knowledge of Maya is highly desirable
- Understanding of python scripting and the ability to navigate Marvelous Designer, Yeti, Zbrush and Bifrost are a plus
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and After Effects is a plus
- Basic understanding of the animation process and pipeline is highly preferred
- Knowledge of human and animal anatomy with an artistic and observant eye for detail
- Ideal intern will be energetic, self motivated, creative and responsible with a passion for animation or gaming
- Strong communication and organizational skills are desired, along with the ability to ask questions when necessary
Psyop is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace. We offer flexible working practices and welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.