Promise · 2 months ago
VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation
Los Angeles
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expPromise is a pioneering film and TV studio at the forefront of the generative AI revolution. The Senior VFX Supervisor will drive the integration of real-time and GenAI technologies into production workflows, ensuring visual quality while leveraging modern tools and methodologies in VFX and AI.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Digital EntertainmentGenerative AI
Responsibilities
Research and implement new methodologies in VFX, with a core focus on Machine Learning (ML) and Generative AI applications
Work closely with R&D teams to prototype and integrate AI tools with standard VFX software to accelerate asset creation, character animation, and compositing
Lead and supervise complex photoreal integration with plates or full animated sequences for film
Understanding of 4D volumetric capture, LED Volumes, digital environments, character animation, ensuring seamless technical and creative execution on set
Knowledge of facial animation
AI integration with traditional VFX
Photoreal asset creation and effects
Animation and Character Animation
Architect hybrid workflows that successfully bridge traditional post-production VFX with AI workflows
Provide world-class artistic and technical direction for all visual effects, ensuring the final output aligns perfectly with the Director’s vision
Oversee talent selection for large-scale, AAA film and animation projects
Mentor and lead internal and external VFX teams and supervisors, fostering an environment of technical excellence and creative problem-solving
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in visual effects, including a significant tenure as a VFX Supervisor on large-scale, AAA feature films or premium episodic content
Proven leadership role experience, with the ability to inspire and manage highly skilled creative and technical teams
Demonstrated history of advancing technology or implementing innovative workflows within a major VFX studio or production company
Expert-level knowledge of cinematic techniques, camera systems, lighting, and color science
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with experience acting as the primary creative liaison with Directors and Producers
Deep, practical expertise in Machine Learning/Generative AI techniques as they apply to VFX (e.g., neural rendering, content generation, data management)
Experience with Unreal Engine or similar real-time platforms in a production setting
Strong command of industry-standard VFX software packages (e.g., Nuke, Maya, Houdini)
Solid understanding of ML/data pipelines and asset management in a high-volume production environment
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, with employee premiums covered 100%.
Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including company holidays and sick leave.
401(k) matching program to help you plan for your future.
Annual stipend for continuing education, conferences, and technical training.
A dynamic, creative, and inclusive hybrid work environment based out of our innovative studio.
Company
Promise
Promise is a studio built from the ground up in the era of Generative AI to produce films and series.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-05-20Series Unknown
2024-11-19Seed
Leadership Team
Jamie Byrne
Co-Founder, President & COO
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