Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series as well as upcoming feature film, Zac Power.

We’re looking for a highly skilled Rigging Artist with expertise in creating advanced animation control and rigging systems for complex characters, creatures, and props in Maya. The adecuado candidate will collaborate closely with supervisors and cross‑department teams to develop robust technical solutions, optimize workflows, and ensure seamless pipeline integration. This role involves leading rigging efforts, providing mentorship to junior artists, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of tools, documentation, and production processes.

About the role
- Create advanced animation control rigging systems for complex characters, creatures, and props in Maya, ensuring they meet the artistic and technical briefs from supervisors and leads.




- Demonstrate expert‑level understanding of rigging controls, deformations, and character setup across a variety of styles and project requirements.
- Collaborate closely with the Rigging Supervisor, CG Supervisor, Animation Leads, and Modelling Department to define rigging approaches and workflows that serve both creative and pipeline needs.
- Lead rigging efforts on assigned sequences or projects, ensuring assets are delivered on time, at a high standard, and ready for downstream departments.
- Troubleshoot and provide robust technical solutions to rigging and pipeline challenges, escalating issues when needed and offering proactive suggestions for improvement.
- Review and provide feedback on rigs created by other artists, supporting their development and helping maintain a cohesive and consistent rigging style across the project.
- Mentor and guide junior and mid‑level rigging arti

📌 Senior Rigging Artist (Madrid)
🏢 Flyingbark
📍 Madrid