Junior MoCap Technician

Pixomondo; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Virtual Production company in Riyadh is seeking a Junior MoCap Technician. In this role, you will assist in the operation and maintenance of motion capture systems. The position requires familiarity with film production and a willingness to learn. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic, creative environment. Join us to develop your skills in cutting-edge technology and collaborate with seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with film production or related technical fields.
• Basic understanding of A/V signal flow.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assist with aligning and calibrating the motion capture camera volume.
• Support pre-production activities, including equipment setup and camera placement.
• Maintain MoCap systems under guidance of senior staff.
• Help with calibration workflows between takes.

Skills

Familiarity with film production

Interest in motion capture systems

Strong problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Job description

We are looking for a Junior MoCap Technician to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will support the setup, operation, and maintenance of PXO’s motion capture systems. Working under the guidance of senior staff, you will gain hands‑on experience in calibration, troubleshooting, and on‑set integration with other production departments. This position is ideal for individuals eager to learn and grow their technical skills in a fast‑paced Virtual Production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with aligning and calibrating the motion capture camera volume.
• Support pre‑production activities, including equipment setup and camera placement.
• Work under the guidance of senior staff to maintain MoCap systems (cameras, tracking objects, cabling, and A/V signal flow).
• Help the camera department with calibration workflows between takes or lens changes.
• Mount and adjust tracking hardware on set during shoots as directed.
• Participate in daily calibration of the volume and tracking objects.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues, escalating complex problems to senior technicians.
• Document daily activities and provide updates to the Virtual Production team.
• Contribute to stage reports and system improvement notes.

• Experience or familiarity with film production, live events, or related technical fields.
• Interest in motion capture systems and production workflows.
• Basic understanding of set etiquette and A/V signal flow.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative environment.

About Pixomondo (PXO)

PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, creates industry‑leading Visualization, Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. Through its 24‑year history, the Oscar, BAFTA & Emmy winning creative and technology company has been a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide. The company has consistently created iconic works, from Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award winning Hugo and multiple seasons of HBO’s Emmy winning Game of Thrones to the recent House of the Dragon, Amazon’s The Boys, and Lionsgate’s John Wick: Chapter 4.

In Virtual Production, PXO collaborates with filmmakers from first drawing to final pixel. Using interactive technology and proprietary software and tools, PXO brings ideas to life by virtually immersing filmmakers in the worlds they imagine, throughout every stage of the creative process.

The company’s LED virtual production work includes House of the Dragon, Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Reacher and Amazon’s critically acclaimed Cada Minuto Cuenta. PXO has seven creative studios and three LED volumes in the US, UK, Germany, Canada.

Our company values are:

Integrity - Be honest. Be trustworthy. Show respect. Be authentic.

Innovation - Adopt a beginner mindset. Be adaptable. Be progressive. Be creative. Be brave.

Unity - Be collaborative. Be empathetic. Recognize difference.

Determination - Have purpose. Show commitment. Be disciplined. Be resilient.

Excellence - Push to make the best work. Never repeat mistakes. Share knowledge. Analyse success and failure.

Pixomondo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Benefits may vary by location due to regional regulations and company policies.

PXO does not accept resumes from recruiters. Unsolicited resumes are accepted directly from candidates only. PXO will not pay any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.