Lead Virtual Production Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Virtual Production Specialist to pioneer real-time workflows and in-camera VFX within a remote-first team. You will lead pipelines, drive Unreal Engine-based production, and collaborate with directors, VFX teams, and remote colleagues worldwide.

The role demands expertise in motion capture, virtual cameras, and live-action workflows, with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in virtual production, real-time graphics, or a related field within the film, game, or broadcast industry.
• Proven expertise with Unreal Engine, including real-time rendering, Blueprints, and virtual production tools.
• Strong understanding of 3D modeling, animation, texturing, and lighting principles in a real-time context.
• Experience with motion capture, virtual cameras, and live-action production workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, setup, and operation of virtual production pipelines, leveraging real-time technologies.
• Collaborate with directors, cinematographers, VFX supervisors and stakeholders to integrate virtual production techniques.
• Develop and manage virtual assets for real-time rendering (environments, characters, props).
• Operate and manage virtual camera systems and motion capture during shoots.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges related to real-time rendering, data management, and pipeline integration.
• Stay abreast of trends in virtual production and real-time graphics; recommend advancements.
• Train and mentor team members on virtual production workflows and best practices.
• Contribute to the strategic vision for the company's adoption of virtual production.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Python scripting

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering force in digital content creation, is seeking an experienced Lead Virtual Production Specialist to join their forward-thinking, remote-first team. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of integrating real-time technologies into traditional filmmaking and content creation workflows. You will lead the development and implementation of virtual production techniques, including in-camera VFX, motion capture, and real-time rendering, to enhance production efficiency and creative possibilities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of game engines (Unreal Engine is highly preferred), virtual cameras, 3D pipelines, and live-action production principles. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to collaborate with a global team and contribute to innovative projects from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, setup, and operation of virtual production pipelines, leveraging real-time technologies.
• Collaborate closely with directors, cinematographers, VFX supervisors, and other key stakeholders to integrate virtual production techniques into projects.
• Develop and manage virtual assets, including environments, characters, and props, for real-time rendering.
• Operate and manage virtual camera systems and motion capture technology during virtual production shoots.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges related to real-time rendering, data management, and pipeline integration.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in virtual production and real-time graphics, and recommend advancements.
• Train and mentor other team members on virtual production workflows and best practices.
• Contribute to the strategic vision for the company's adoption of virtual production.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in virtual production, real-time graphics, or a related field within the film, game, or broadcast industry.
• Proven expertise with Unreal Engine, including its real-time rendering capabilities, Blueprints, and virtual production tools.
• Strong understanding of 3D modeling, animation, texturing, and lighting principles within a real-time context.
• Experience with motion capture, virtual cameras, and live-action production workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, tailored for remote employees. This includes robust health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. You will be part of a cutting-edge team pushing the boundaries of filmmaking and content creation, working on exciting and innovative projects. As a fully remote role, you will enjoy unparalleled flexibility and autonomy. Professional development opportunities and access to the latest virtual production technologies are standard. Join our distributed team and help redefine the future of entertainment from Limpopo and beyond.