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Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

... designing graphics and editing videos. YOU HAVE: * Bachelor's degree in Television Production ... Green-screen, virtual-set, and studio production environments * Vizrt, Ross XPression, ProPresenter ...

NCM Associates

Instructional Designer

Kansas City, MO

$63K - $85K/yr

Collaborate with operational staff to ensure training set-up and facilitation success. * Track ... Support the preparation and delivery of instructor-led or virtual sessions by creating supporting ...

NCM Associates, Inc.

Instructional Designer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$63K - $85K/yr

Collaborate with operational staff to ensure training set-up and facilitation success. * Track ... Support the preparation and delivery of instructor-led or virtual sessions by creating supporting ...

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How much do virtual set designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual set designer in the United States is $24.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a virtual set designer?

A Virtual Set Designer is a creative professional who designs and constructs digital environments for use in film, television, live broadcasts, or virtual events. Instead of building physical sets, they use specialized software to create immersive 3D backgrounds and environments that can be integrated with live-action footage using green screens or virtual production technology. Their work often involves close collaboration with directors, producers, and VFX teams to ensure the virtual set enhances the storytelling and visual appeal of a project. Virtual Set Designers need a strong understanding of design principles, 3D modeling, and the technical aspects of virtual production.

What are some common challenges faced by virtual set designers when collaborating with production teams remotely?

Virtual Set Designers often work with geographically dispersed production teams, which can present challenges in communication and real-time feedback. Coordinating design revisions, ensuring technical compatibility across different software platforms, and clearly conveying creative ideas without in-person meetings require strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Effective use of collaboration tools, frequent check-ins, and clear documentation help overcome these obstacles and ensure the visual vision aligns with production needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virtual set designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Set Designer, you need a strong background in 3D modeling, digital art, and spatial design, often supported by a degree in design, architecture, or a related field. Proficiency with software like Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, or Blender, as well as familiarity with rendering systems and VR/AR platforms, is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration are essential soft skills that help deliver visually compelling and functional environments. These skills and qualities are vital for producing immersive virtual sets that meet artistic and technical standards for broadcast, film, or interactive media.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Set Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,749 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Virtual Production Operator - Atlanta

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

Synapse Virtual Production
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$16 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

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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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