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Virtual Producer

VP Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

... Virtual Production protocols and internal workflows * Work with HOP, VAD Supervisor, and partners to engage with clients in project spec'ing in the bidding process * Hiring operators as needed for ...

IKO Industries, Inc

Production Operator

Hagerstown, MD · On-site

$26.87/hr

IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many ... Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits) * Dental Insurance

Premium Waters

Production Operator

Douglas, GA · On-site

$19.50/hr

NIGHT SHIFT POSITION 6PM TO 6AM Production Operator: Full-Time Location: Douglas, GA We are looking ... Coach · Online Virtual Care · Company Paid Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, Children · ...

IKO Industries, Ltd.

Production Operator

Hagerstown, MD · On-site

$26.87/hr

IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many ... Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits) * Dental Insurance

3M

Production Operator

Cynthiana, KY · On-site

$22.67/hr

As a Production Operator, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate ... virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. All US-based 3M full time employees will need to ...

3M

Production Operator*

Cordova, IL · On-site

$30.52/hr

Production Operator LOCATION: Cordova, IL Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World ... virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. All US-based 3M full time employees will need to ...

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How much do virtual production operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual production operator in the United States is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual Production Operator vs Camera Operator?

AspectVirtual Production OperatorCamera Operator
CredentialsRelevant certifications in virtual production, technical skills in software and hardwareCamera operation certifications, technical knowledge of camera equipment
Work EnvironmentFilm sets, virtual studios, post-production facilitiesOn-location shoots, studio sets
Industry UsageFilm, TV, virtual reality projects involving real-time visual effectsTraditional filming, live events

The Virtual Production Operator and Camera Operator roles share some technical skills but differ mainly in their focus. The Virtual Production Operator specializes in managing virtual environments and real-time visual effects, while the Camera Operator focuses on capturing footage with cameras. Both roles are essential in modern production settings, but their tools, certifications, and work environments vary significantly.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Production Operator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,856 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Virtual Production Operator - Atlanta

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Synapse Virtual Production
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$16 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the technical execution of virtual production workflows, including preparing and running Disguise Projects and Unreal Engine environments.

  • Assist with Unreal Engine setup, calibration, and operations during preproduction and shoots, and maintain virtual production quality and speed.

  • Oversee studio maintenance, implement technology upgrades, and collaborate with the team to establish and maintain color pipelines.

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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