Virtual Production Supervisor - Atlanta

Synapse Virtual Production is a one-stop virtual production partner made up of filmmakers and award-winning industry leaders—directors, cinematographers, producers, designers, engineers, VFX artists, and technicians. Our mission is to empower filmmakers, studios, networks, agencies, and brands to enhance the audience experience while innovating the "how" at every turn. We bring a supportive, hands-on partnership grounded in education, technical excellence, and production expertise.

About the role

The Virtual Production Supervisor is a senior technical and creative leader responsible for virtual production methodology and execution at Synapse Virtual Production's Atlanta studio, a next-generation virtual production facility developed through a strategic, multi-year collaboration with Tyler Perry Studios and located on the historic 365-acre Tyler Perry Studios campus.

Reporting to the Executive Producer, this role owns how virtual production is designed, implemented, and executed—from technical planning through on-stage delivery—ensuring each project leverages the right technology and approach to achieve its creative and production goals. Working in close partnership with the Executive Producer, the Virtual Production Supervisor serves as the technical and creative bridge between filmmakers, clients, production, and technical teams, translating creative vision into reliable, high-performing virtual production solutions.

Beyond individual projects, the Virtual Production Supervisor helps shape the future of Synapse's virtual production capabilities by refining workflows, contributing to R&D, and supporting the establishment of scalable standards across the broader Synapse Virtual Production network.

Responsibilities

• Lead virtual production strategy, workflow design, and technical execution from pre-production through on-stage delivery.
• Serve as the bridge between creative, production, and technical teams to ensure virtual production workflows support each project's creative vision.
• Advise clients, filmmakers, directors, cinematographers, and production teams on virtual production capabilities, feasibility, and best practices.
• Oversee virtual production methodologies, including Unreal Engine, LED volume workflows, camera tracking, in-camera visual effects, and real-time production systems.
• Use working knowledge of disguise and RenderStream workflows sufficient to accurately project and predict technical needs across productions.
• Partner closely with the Executive Producer, Technical Stage Manager, Systems Engineer, and stage operators to ensure seamless, high-quality production execution.
• Lead VP-specific decision-making during technical preparation, rehearsals, and production while proactively resolving workflow and technical challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement through workflow refinement, research and development, technical testing, documentation, and the development of scalable best practices across Synapse.

Requirements

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading virtual production on feature films, television, commercials, or live productions, along with deep expertise in Unreal Engine, real-time workflows, LED volumes, and cross-functional leadership. They combine technical excellence with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, enabling creative teams, clients, and production partners to confidently deliver complex virtual productions at the highest level.

Pay

$130,000