Job Description: VTuber Animator, Rigger, and Asset Creator (Remote)

Company Overview:
We are a leading video game and animation company known for creating immersive and captivating experiences. As we expand our virtual presence, we are seeking a talented and versatile VTuber Animator, Rigger, and Asset Creator to join our remote team. This role requires expertise in animating, rigging, and creating assets for virtual YouTubers (VTubers) while meeting tight deadlines. If you are passionate about VTubing, video games, and animation, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the creative team to understand the vision and requirements for VTuber animations, rigging, and asset creation.
- Create high-quality and visually appealing animations for VTubers, including facial expressions, body movements, and interactive gestures.
- Develop and refine custom rigs and skeletons for VTuber characters, ensuring smooth and realistic movements.
- Design and create assets, including virtual environments, props, clothing, and accessories, to enhance the VTuber's virtual presence.
- Work closely with the art director, character artists, and programmers to ensure seamless integration of VTuber assets within the game engine or animation software.
- Follow project timelines and meet tight deadlines while maintaining the highest quality standards.
- Iterate on VTuber animations, rigging, and assets based on feedback from the creative team to achieve the desired look and feel.
- Collaborate with other animators, riggers, asset creators, and programmers to troubleshoot and problem-solve any VTuber-related issues.
- Stay updated on industry trends, techniques, and best practices related to VTubing, animation, rigging, and asset creation.

Requirements:
- A strong portfolio showcasing your VTuber animations, rigging, and asset creation work.
- Proven experience as a VTuber Animator, Rigger, or Asset Creator, preferably in the video game or animation industry.
- Solid understanding of animation principles, timing, weight, and body mechanics, specifically tailored for VTuber characters.
- Ability to create expressive and dynamic animations for VTubers, including lip-syncing, eye movements, and body gestures.
- Experience in rigging and creating custom skeletons for VTuber characters, ensuring smooth and realistic movements.
- Strong 2D and/or 3D asset creation skills, including the ability to design and create environments, props, clothing, and accessories for VTubers.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changes and feedback quickly.
- A self-motivated and detail-oriented mindset, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Familiarity with pipeline processes and workflows in video game or animation production.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working as a VTuber or with VTubers, understanding their specific needs and requirements.
- Familiarity with scripting or programming languages used in animation pipelines (e.g., Python, MEL, or C#).
- Knowledge of real-time animation techniques and tools, such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency in additional animation or 3D modeling software (such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender).
- Understanding of shaders, materials, and lighting for VTuber assets.
- Proficiency in relevant software tools such as Live2D, VRoid Studio, or similar VTuber animation software.

As a remote position, you'll have the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own space. Join our team and be part of creating visually stunning and engaging VTuber experiences for our audience.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio showcasing your VTuber animations, rigging, and asset creation work. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Note: Given the nature of remote work and tight deadlines, applicants must be able to effectively manage their time and availability to ensure timely completion of tasks. Also, this role might be short term at first, however, when more work becomes available, we may continue work.