Cinematic Lead - Remote

Overview

nDreams Studio Elevation is re-establishing the boundaries of VR. We’re looking for an exceptionally talented Cinematic Lead to help us explore, create, and deliver world-leading innovation in software and VR hardware. With our first title nearing release and a second in early planning stages, it’s a great time to join our fully remote, VR-first studio.

In Short

• 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Full time (37.5 hours per week)
• Fully remote within the UK
• Salary is competitive and dependent on experience

Requirements

• Take ownership of the creation of visually striking cinematic sequences.
• Lead the visual storytelling across all in-game cinematics, defining the cinematic language and tone.
• Collaborate with the Directors, Writers, and Art Leads to translate narrative beats into compelling visual sequences.
• Collaborate with the design team and Narrative Designer, ensuring sequences are interactive and responsive to player actions.
• Direct situational scene composition, lighting, and VFX within a real-time engine (Unreal).
• Work closely with mocap and animation teams to ensure performance fidelity and visual coherence.
• Guide and mentor a team of cinematic artists/animators, setting standards for visual storytelling and technical execution.
• Maintain consistency in framing, mood, and pacing across all sequences, aligning with the overall game direction.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge VR studio.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Chance to lead and mentor a team.
• Flexible working arrangements.