Prototype Researcher — AI World Models & Interactive Demos

Runway; New York (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Runway is seeking a Prototype Researcher to join Runway Labs, advancing AI video and General World Models. You will imagine, design, and build experimental experiences that communicate a clear vision for the technology and its implications.

You’ll work with researchers, engineers, and designers to explore new interfaces, prototype ideas, and craft demonstrations that show the potential of emergent AI capabilities.

Qualifications

• Portfolio of original projects showing creative thinking, design craft, technical execution, and storytelling.
• Ability to take an idea from concept to working prototype and compelling presentation.
• Hands-on experience building interactive experiences with code and choosing appropriate tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop original concepts exploring AI systems like interactive video and world models.
• Design and build prototypes turning research capabilities into engaging experiences.
• Shape project stories: what is explored, why it matters, and future implications.
• Package explorations into polished demos, films, and interactive experiences.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to demonstrate capabilities clearly.
• Move quickly through experimentation, refining experience and narrative.

Skills

Portfolio

Prototype development

Creative thinking

Technical execution

Storytelling

Interactive experiences with code

Visual and interaction design

Job description

Runway is seeking a Prototype Researcher to join Runway Labs, advancing AI video and General World Models. You will imagine, design, and build experimental experiences that communicate a clear vision for the technology and its implications.

You’ll work with researchers, engineers, and designers to explore new interfaces, prototype ideas, and craft demonstrations that show the potential of emergent AI capabilities.