Job Details
| Location | Burbank, CA |
| Position Type | Full-time |
| Req ID | 26502 |
| Pay Range | $155,000—$171,620 USD |
Company Description
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) is a premier live entertainment and media company, home to Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium powered by cutting-edge technologies. Sphere redefines the future of entertainment, starting with the first venue in Las Vegas, which opened in September 2023. We are committed to delivering world-class, first-of-its-kind experiences and innovation.
Opportunity Overview
Sphere Entertainment Co. is seeking an experienced and progressive Senior Unreal Artist to join the Exo Sphere Creative Design Services (CDS) Production team. This pivotal role involves the development of technology and final content displayed on the monumental Exo Sphere.
The ideal candidate is an integral part of our Production and Creative team, responsible for executing visual content across a gamut of immersive experiences and advertisements. You must value design, storytelling, animation, and innovation, and enjoy pushing creative boundaries to visualize the unseen. You will work closely with Creative Directors, VFX Supervisors, and project leadership to deliver world-class content for a large-scale venue.
Key Responsibilities
- Content Leadership: Lead and guide other artists in producing high-level content using Unreal Engine, applying a strong design-thinking approach to solve Exo Sphere-specific challenges.
- Pipeline Development: Serve as a key resource in guiding the development of the Unreal pipeline, advising on where efficiencies can be gained throughout the content lifecycle.
- Production & Execution: Create and deliver final, production-ready content for the Exo Sphere venue, ensuring technical excellence and artistic quality.
- Innovation: Document tools and techniques for departmental reference, and stay current with trends in art, design, AI technology, and Experiential Innovation (AR, XR, VR, and 3rd party XR tools integration).
- Mentorship: Mentor junior artists and motion graphics artists in current and advancing Unreal toolsets and best practices.
- Collaboration: Work with supervisors to address client and creative notes, assist in creating project schedules and timelines, and collaborate to solve complex technical challenges.
- Template Creation: Develop efficient and robust templates in Unreal, including plugins and optimized workflows.
Essential Qualifications
- Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in the VFX, gaming, animation, or related industries. Prior experience in a supervisory role is a bonus.
- Unreal Expertise: Expert level experience in all aspects of Unreal Engine (UE).
- Real-time Production: Proven experience in Realtime Innovation and successful production delivery utilizing Unreal Engine.
- Portfolio: Proven track record of delivering high-quality Unreal content for film, television, commercials, VR, or theme park projects.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of VFX pipelines, workflows, best practices, and common software (e.g., C4D, Nuke, Premier).
- Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to think creatively under pressure.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively balancing creative demands with technical constraints.
- Commitment: Passion for innovation and a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends and technologies.
