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How much do vfx developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for vfx developer in Atlanta, GA is $59.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.17 and $65.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vfx Developer vs Vfx Artist?

AspectVfx Developer
Required SkillsProgramming, scripting, software development, understanding of visual effects pipelines
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with technical teams, develops tools and plugins, integrates VFX into projects
Common EmployersFilm studios, game developers, animation companies, VFX houses

Vfx Developers focus on creating the technical tools, scripts, and software that enable visual effects. They work behind the scenes to develop pipelines and automate processes, whereas Vfx Artists primarily create the visual effects themselves using software. Both roles often collaborate but differ in their core responsibilities and skill sets.

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Virtual Production Operator - Atlanta

Synapse Virtual Production

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Role: Virtual Production Operator

Type: Full-Time Staff

Range: $105,000 +

About Synapse

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.

 

Position Overview

As a Virtual Production Operator, you will work alongside the Virtual Production Supervisor to support the technical execution of virtual production at Synapse Virtual Production's Atlanta studio—a next-generation facility developed through a strategic, multi-year collaboration with Tyler Perry Studios and located on the historic 365-acre Tyler Perry Studios campus.

Utilizing a variety of ICVFX and content playback pipelines, this is a central position to the execution of every production day. Whether a feature film, tv show, commercial, music video, or tangential Virtual Production related experience, you will be a vital part of the core service offering.

 

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Virtual Production Supervisor to prepare and run Disguise Projects and Unreal Engine environments for in-camera VFX shooting workflows.
  • Collaborate with the Virtual Production Supervisor to prepare and run 2D video plates in Disguise, including ingest, versioning, and aligning.
  • Assist with Unreal Engine setup, calibration, and operations during preproduction, and shoots.
  • Identify and execute on any customization, optimization, or blueprint needs for environments and video plates.
  • Consistently maintain a high standard of quality and speed in virtual production workflows.
  • Collaborate within a team towards a common goal and prioritize conflicting tasks effectively.
  • Work with Production and Virtual Production Supervisor to establish and maintain color pipelines per project requirements.
  • Possess essential Virtual Production experience in Feature Films or Television, including traditional filmmaking on-set experience.
  • Oversee studio maintenance and implement technology upgrades during downtime between shoots.
 

Requirements

  • Demonstrate an excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine, including Blueprints, Livelink and tracking systems, LED tech, as well as Maya and experience with the visual effects pipeline.
  • Utilize technical understanding of filmmaking, cameras, film back, aperture, shutter, FOV, etc.
  • Knowledge of stage hardware and systems
  • Knowledge of Disguise Programming and Operation
  • Knowledge of Renderstream execution
  • Knowledge of networking and ICVFX infrastructure
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with the VP supervisor and Synapse tech team
  • Ability to execute technically difficult work and maintain a productive attitude under the pressure of live-action production.
  • Familiar with version control such as Perforce
  • Familiar with OCIO/ACES color pipelines
  • Must be detail oriented and organized
  • Experience with Pixera and other media servers preferred
  • Knowledge of physical lighting protocols such as DMX, artnet, and sACN preferred.

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