Is the VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation role remote?

It's hybrid — Promise expects some on-site time in Los Angeles.

How much experience is required?

At least 10 years of relevant experience for this VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation role.

Where is the role based?

Promise is hiring for this position in Los Angeles.

What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Generative AI, Houdini, Machine Learning, Maya, Nuke, Unreal Engine.

What seniority level is this role?

Promise targets senior candidates for this position.

Is this full-time or contract?

Full-time for this VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation role at Promise.

Joblaze summary

The Senior VFX Supervisor at Promise plays a crucial role in integrating real-time and generative AI technologies into production workflows, ensuring visual excellence from concept to final delivery. This position requires expertise in machine learning and traditional VFX techniques, along with proficiency in industry-standard software like Unreal Engine and Nuke. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in visual effects, particularly in leadership roles on large-scale projects, and a strong ability to mentor creative teams. Promise's innovative approach to storytelling positions this role at the cutting edge of the evolving entertainment landscape.

Joblaze insights

Listed 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Promise's career page.
Promise has 2 other open roles including Producer, AI & VFX Production, Supervisor, AI & Animation.
797 active Machine Learning roles on Joblaze right now.
130 active Generative AI roles on Joblaze right now.
13 active Unreal Engine roles on Joblaze right now.
Typical Machine Learning salary we track runs $145,000–$230,000 (median $186,500, across 354 roles). See Machine Learning salary trends

Quick facts

Is the VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation role remote?: It's hybrid — Promise expects some on-site time in Los Angeles.
How much experience is required?: At least 10 years of relevant experience for this VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation role.
Where is the role based?: Promise is hiring for this position in Los Angeles.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Generative AI, Houdini, Machine Learning, Maya, Nuke, Unreal Engine.
What seniority level is this role?: Promise targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this VFX Supervisor, AI & Animation role at Promise.

From the original posting

About Promise

Promise is a pioneering film and TV studio at the forefront of the generative AI revolution. Our mission is to reimagine what's possible in entertainment by bringing together the world's most visionary storytellers and GenAI creators, empowered by cutting-edge tools and proprietary workflows. Through bold collaborations and a forward-thinking approach to sourcing IP, we are building a dynamic slate of original and licensed projects that push creative boundaries. Backed by premier VC firms, Promise is shaping a new era in GenAI-powered storytelling, where creativity knows no limits.

Role Overview

As the Senior VFX Supervisor, you will be the key technical and creative innovative thinker driving the integration of real-time and GenAI technologies into our production workflows. This leadership role is responsible for researching new methods in AI, VFX and photoreal techniques, ensuring our productions maintain visual excellence while leveraging the efficiency of modern tools. You will shepherd the visual quality of our projects from concept through final delivery, acting as the bridge between creative vision, on-set Virtual Production (VP), and our proprietary GenAI R&D initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Generative AI & Pipeline Advancement
- 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.
Virtual & Hybrid Production Leadership
- 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.
Creative Supervision & Project Execution
- 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.

Qualifications

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.

Technical Skills / Qualifications

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.

Compensation

We offer a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including equity.

Benefits

We believe in supporting our team’s well-being and growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, with employee premiums covered 100%.
Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including company holidays and sick leave.
Financial Security: 401(k) matching program to help you plan for your future.
Work Environment: A dynamic, creative, and inclusive hybrid work environment based out of our innovative studio.

Promise is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.