Company: Squeeze Animation Studios

    Company: Squeeze Animation Studios  Location: Montréal / Québec, Quebec, Canada Work Model: On-site, Remote, or Hybrid Department: Rigging Contract Type: Temporary Contract Contract Duration: 3 Months Start Date: July 7, 2026 Expected End Date: October 2, 2026   Squeeze studio is hiring a Mid-Level Rigging Artist for a temporary 3-month contract on an exciting video game animation project. This role is a strong opportunity for talented rigging professionals looking for creative and technical Montréal jobs in the animation and gaming industry. The selected candidate will help design, build, and maintain high-quality rigs that allow animation teams to bring characters to life with precision, flexibility, and strong artistic control. This position requires a combination of technical mastery, mathematical understanding, creative thinking, and artistic sensitivity. At Squeeze studio, rigging artists play an important role in supporting animation quality and production efficiency. The successful candidate will work closely with animators, modelers, and other technical artists to create rigs that meet high industry standards and support smooth character performance.   Montréal Jobs Overview : Rigging Artist — Mid-Level Job Details Information Job Title Rigging Artist — Mid-Level Company Squeeze Studio Location Montréal / Québec, Quebec, Canada Work Model On-site, Remote, or Hybrid Department Rigging Contract Duration 3 Months Start Date July 7, 2026 Expected End Date October 2, 2026 Industry Video Games / 3D Animation Experience Required 3 to 8 Years Main Software Maya, Python, Mgear, Unreal Engine Eligibility Must be eligible to work in Canada     Work Location This position offers flexibility depending on the candidate’s situation. The role may be performed on-site, hybrid, or remotely from within the province of Quebec. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. This includes Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals holding a valid open work permit. For professionals searching for flexible Montréal jobs in animation, gaming, and technical art, this opportunity at Squeeze studio offers the chance to contribute to a high-quality video game animation project while working with a skilled production team.   Key Responsibilities As a Mid-Level Rigging Artist, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining complex rigs and skins using Maya. You will ensure that each rig is functional, efficient, animator-friendly, and suitable for the visual and technical requirements of the project. Your main responsibilities will include: Creating and maintaining complex character rigs and skins in Maya. Collaborating closely with animation and modeling teams to deliver optimal rigging solutions. Supporting the animation team with rigs that allow strong movement, deformation, and control. Contributing to the optimization of the rigging production pipeline. Assisting other departments when rigging or technical support is required. Working efficiently within project deadlines and technical requirements. Adapting to different visual styles and production needs. Solving complex technical issues in a proactive and creative way. Continuously improving rig quality, workflow, and production efficiency.   Required Skills and Experience The ideal candidate should have 3 to 8 years of professional rigging experience in the 3D animation or video game industry. A relevant college or university education in 3D animation, multimedia, programming, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have strong knowledge of Maya and Python, along with good experience using the Mgear tool. Experience with Unreal Engine, especially dynamic tools such as Ragdoll, is also important. Knowledge of the Vetala plugin will be considered an asset. The role also requires a good understanding of anatomy, including facial anatomy, body mechanics, quadruped movement, and the muscular system. Candidates should also understand mechanical systems such as pistons, gears, and other technical structures used in rigging and animation. Experience with muscle simulation, pre-rendered production pipelines, and animation workflows will be highly valuable.   Candidate Profile Squeeze studio is looking for a rigging artist who is technical, creative, and reliable. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with different departments. You should be: A strong team player. A clear communicator. Detail-oriented and rigorous. Able to solve complex technical problems. Creative and proactive. Open to constructive feedback. Able to respect deadlines and production requirements. Autonomous and well organized. Passionate about animation, rigging, video games, and character performance.   Why Apply? This role is ideal for candidates looking for Montréal jobs in the video game and animation industry. It offers the opportunity to work on a specialized project, collaborate with experienced creative teams, and contribute to high-quality character animation. If you have strong rigging experience, solid knowledge of Maya and Python, and a passion for building exceptional character rigs, this temporary contract with Squeeze studio could be the right next step in your career.   Apply for the Role Qualified candidates who are eligible to work in Canada are encouraged to apply for this Mid-Level Rigging Artist position at Squeeze studio. This is a great opportunity for professionals exploring Montréal jobs in rigging, 3D animation, technical art, and video game production.