Real Time Graphics Artist

4+ years of experience in 3D and real-time production, including at least 2 years working within sports and entertainment environments.

Hands-on experience building real-time graphics and environments using Vizrt and Unreal Engine .

Working knowledge of Vizrt scripting and templating technologies, including VBScript, HTML5, JavaScript, and TypeScript.

Experience with 3D and design tools such as Maya, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, Blender, Photoshop, After Effects, Substance Painter/Designer, or comparable tools.

Strong understanding of real-time rendering pipelines, GPU optimization, PBR workflows, lighting, and performance profiling.

A portfolio demonstrating strong real-time design capabilities, including interactive or self-service graphics and highly realistic compositions.

The ability to diagnose and resolve technical and creative challenges within the time-sensitive environment of live production.

Flexibility to work extended or non-business hours when production needs require.

You’ll also bring Versant’s How We Do It behaviors to your work: Trust in how you collaborate and deliver; Teamwork across creative, technical, and production partners; Transparency when communicating opportunities, risks, and constraints; Agility when priorities or live-production requirements change; and Entrepreneurial Spirit in experimenting with new technologies and finding better ways to create and deliver real-time experiences.

Experience with additional real-time broadcast platforms such as Ross XPression, Pixotope, or Zero Density.

Knowledge of Python or C++ for engine-side customization.

Experience with version control systems such as Perforce or Git.

Familiarity with large-scale display technologies, including LED video walls and projection mapping.

You’ll have the opportunity to combine creative craft and emerging technology while contributing to real-time experiences across Versant’s sports and entertainment portfolio. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, experiment with evolving real-time tools, and help shape workflows that support high-profile live productions.

This position is fully remote, with opportunities for in-person collaboration approximately 10% of the time.

The salary range for this position is $100,000–$130,000 , where applicable. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, and other job-related considerations, consistent with applicable law.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com .

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

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