Unreal / AI Artist

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

Promise is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Mid/Senior Unreal Artist to join our dynamic Production team. This role is central to the execution of our cutting-edge Virtual Production (VP) pipeline, focusing on the creation and optimization of real-time environments for our LED volume stage. You will leverage your expert knowledge of Unreal Engine to deliver high-quality, final-pixel assets, while also driving the exploration and integration of Generative AI workflows for rapid environment and asset iteration. The ideal candidate is an innovative artist and technician who can seamlessly bridge traditional artistic standards with revolutionary GenAI technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Virtual Production (VP) Environment & LED Content
• Real-Time Environment Creation: Design, build, light, and optimize complex real-time environments and assets within Unreal Engine for use on set in our LED volume.
• Ensure all environments and assets meet the demanding quality, performance, and stability requirements for in-camera VP shoots.
• Develop high-fidelity, real-time lighting solutions that align with the Director of Photography’s creative vision.
• LED Wall Content Compliance: Master scene optimization and performance tuning specifically for large format LED displays and N-display setups.
• Work closely with the VP team to manage scene budgets, texture streaming, and culling to ensure ultra-low latency and perfect synchronization for live shooting.
• Generative AI Workflow Integration
• AI Pipeline Development: Actively research, test, and integrate emerging Generative AI tools (e.g., text-to-3D, image-to-3D, material/texture generators) directly into the Unreal Engine asset creation pipeline.
• Develop and implement efficient workflows for cleaning up, optimizing, and retopologizing AI-generated assets to meet production quality and performance standards.
• Advise on the best practices for leveraging AI tools (like those integrated with ComfyUI or similar node-based systems) to accelerate environment prototyping and iteration.
• Asset Management: Establish clear processes for integrating AI-generated geometry, PBR materials, and optimized LODs into the Content Browser.
• Technical Art & Asset Pipeline
• Asset Creation & Optimization: Model, texture, and integrate high-fidelity 3D assets, ensuring they adhere to PBR standards and are optimized for real-time rendering.
• Shader Development: Develop and maintain advanced materials, shaders, and Blueprints to support complex visual effects and dynamic environment features, utilizing features like Nanite and Lumen to their fullest potential.
  

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in real-time content creation for film, television, or high-end visualization.
• Expert-level proficiency with Unreal Engine (UE5 ) in a production environment, specifically focused on Virtual Production.
• Demonstrable portfolio showcasing exceptional real-time environment art, lighting, and composition optimized for in-camera VFX (ICVFX).
• Deep practical understanding of the Virtual Production pipeline, including camera tracking systems (e.g., Mo-Sys, Stype), color management (ACES), and LED volume technology.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, sculpting, and texturing software (e.g., Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Suite).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• Proven experience or expertise integrating Generative AI workflows (e.g., Meshy, Get3D, or proprietary tools) for rapid 3D asset generation and environment concepting.
• Experience with C or Python for writing custom tools, scripts, or editor extensions to streamline the Unreal/AI workflow.
• Experience in a film/VFX environment, managing assets and projects through to final pixel.
  
  

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.

Compensation Range: $75K - $100K