Unreal Engine Operator

We are hiring an Unreal Engine Operator, to operate content on LED screens, ensuring immersive environments integrate seamlessly on our Virtual Production stage.

Responsibilities:

• Setting up and configuring Unreal Engine to meet the requirements of the Virtual Production projects.
• Managing and optimizing the performance of Unreal to ensure smooth playback and high-quality visuals for the LED walls.
• Collaborating with the VP Supervisor, other operators, technicians and crew to achieve the desired look and feel of the virtual elements on the stage.
• Operating the controls and interfaces of Unreal during productions, to manipulate virtual elements in real-time.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and implementing solutions to ensure uninterrupted operation of Unreal.
• Staying up to date with the latest developments and best practices in real-time rendering technology to enhance the quality and efficiency of Virtual Production workflows. 

Requirements

• Mastery of Unreal Engine along with blueprint scripting languages.
• Familiarity with Virtual Production tools, such as cameras, motion capture systems and real-time compositing software.
• Understanding of rendering techniques, lighting, shading and texturing.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues swiftly and implement effective solutions.
• Effective communication and team work with Virtual Production Supervisors, engineers and technicians.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring seamless integration of virtual elements within production.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies and techniques in the rapidly evolving world of Virtual Production.

About Pixomondo:

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.

Benefits

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.