Virtual Production/Video System Engineer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £65000 – £80000/annum + Package + Benefits
Virtual Production/Video System Engineer
On-site Role
Our client is an industry leader in delivering exceptional virtual production services worldwide. The team is dedicated to designing, building, and operating cutting-edge virtual production solutions that bring creative visions to life.
With over 35 years of experience, they have been the trusted partner behind some of the world’s most high-profile productions and live events across sports, entertainment, and film. Wherever the action is, they are there, turning ideas into reality.
The Virtual Production/Video System Engineer Role:
Due to an increase in new project activity, they are looking to appoint a Virtual Production/Video System Engineer. In this role, you’ll play a key role in bringing ambitious film and TV projects to life. You’ll work hands-on with the latest video systems, ensuring state-of-the-art setups are perfectly integrated and ready to shine in any production environment. From LED walls to complex projection systems, your expertise will be essential to making everything run seamlessly.
Key Virtual Production/Video System Engineer Duties:
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Craft and Refine Systems: Work closely with clients and production teams to understand project goals.
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Build and Manage Systems: Create and configure custom video playback and distribution systems. Ensure that every frame of video looks stunning, whether displayed on an LED wall or projected across a stage.
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Lead On-Site Installations: Install and integrate virtual production systems on-site, ensuring that every element is set up for success.
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Ensure Signal Integration: Work alongside production teams to ensure all video signals are correctly integrated and configured, maintaining a flawless workflow from start to finish.
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Improve Through Feedback: After each project, provide insights to refine and improve system designs continually, keeping the company at the forefront of virtual production technology.
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Innovate with R&D: Collaborate with R&D teams to explore and implement new technologies, ensuring the company stays ahead in this fast-evolving field.
Virtual Production Technician Skills Required:
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Video Systems Knowledge: Proven experience in video processing, screen management, and signal distribution within production environments.
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Networking Expertise: Strong understanding of managed networking environments and fibre distribution, with experience applying them in virtual production setups.
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Camera Systems: Familiarity with broadcast, film, and TV camera systems, including setup and integration with virtual production environments.
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Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills in resolving issues within complex, integrated systems, particularly under the pressure of live production.
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Industry Insight: Knowledgeable about visual effects, broadcast engineering workflows, and tools like Vectorworks and real-time platforms such as Unreal Engine.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Virtual Production Technician to push the boundaries of what’s possible in virtual production. Apply today to be part of a team that brings extraordinary content to life
More Information
- Address Gatwick, Surrey
