Creative Technologist

TrueShort; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TrueShort is seeking a Creative Technologist to independently design and optimize generative AI workflows within a dynamic production environment. The role bridges creative intent and technical execution, tackling the challenge of building AI workflows for diverse storytelling genres.

The ideal candidate will manage AI tools, grow production capabilities, and help position TrueShort as an innovation leader in the AI media landscape. This position offers flexible remote or hybrid work options, with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with ComfyUI.
• Solid working knowledge of Python for automation and scripting.
• Deep understanding of latent diffusion workflows and VAE decoding.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain end-to-end AI workflows for image and video generation.
• Build repeatable templates for shot production across series.
• Integrate ControlNet systems into workflows.

Skills

ComfyUI

Python (automation, scripting, debugging)

Latent diffusion workflows and VAE decoding

ControlNet variants and model conditioning techniques

AI tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, Seedream)

AI video tools (Kling, Veo, Seedance, Runway)

Knowledge of the AI filmmaking community

Tools

Nuke

Blender

Unreal

Job description

About TrueShort

TrueShort is a streaming app that delivers premium bingeable storytelling across genres like true crime, romance, thriller, drama, fantasy, and more.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Creative Technologist who can independently design, test, and optimize generative AI workflows in a fast-moving production environment. This role sits at the intersection of creative intent and technical execution, owning pipeline design, model experimentation, and workflow refinement across multiple genres.

You’ll operate across all creative pods as both a builder and a guide, translating creative briefs into structured AI systems while helping scale our production capabilities. This person will also stay on the cutting edge of AI media, continuously testing new tools and workflows, presenting findings, and helping position TrueShort as a leader in the space.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain end-to-end AI workflows for image and video generation
• Build repeatable templates for shot production across series
• Integrate ControlNet systems (depth, pose, motion, segmentation) into workflows
• Manage model versioning, LoRA stacks, and asset consistency
• Test and evaluate new AI tools, models, and creative workflows
• Present findings and workflow improvements to internal teams
• Act as a technical resource across creative pods
• Build relationships with leading AI platforms and contribute to thought leadership in the space
• Establish and maintain a public-facing presence for TrueShort’s innovation and R&D efforts, showcasing workflows, insights, and creative advancements

Tools & Skills

• Strong experience with ComfyUI
• Solid working knowledge of Python (automation, scripting, debugging)
• Deep understanding of latent diffusion workflows and VAE decoding
• Experience with ControlNet variants and model conditioning techniques
• Familiarity with AI tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, Seedream, etc.)
• Experience with AI video tools (Kling, Veo, Seedance, Runway, etc.)
• Strong awareness of the AI filmmaking community on X, with the ability to track emerging workflows, tools, and techniques in real time

Nice to Have

• Experience in film, animation, or VFX environments
• Familiarity with Nuke, Blender, Unreal, or similar tools
• Understanding of color pipelines and high bit-depth workflows
• Active presence in the AI community (X, research, or publishing insights)

Compensation

Full Time: $120,000 – $180,000 annually (depending on experience)

Contract: Flexible based on scope

Location: Remote or Hybrid (LA Preferred)