Virtual Production - Spring InternAt — 209 group

Job Title: Spring Intern - Virtual Production

Company Overview:209 group is at the forefront of virtual production, combining cutting-edge technology with creative storytelling to produce immersive content for film, television, and interactive media. Our team thrives on innovation and collaboration, working with some of the industry's top talent to redefine what’s possible in filmmaking.

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and driven film student for an internship at our virtual production studio. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment while contributing to real-world projects that push the boundaries of traditional filmmaking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the setup and operation of virtual production equipment, including LED volumes, motion capture systems, and real-time rendering tools.
• Support previsualization and on-set workflows, collaborating closely with directors, producers, and technical teams.
• Conduct research and provide creative input during concept development and storyboarding phases.
• Assist in managing digital assets, including 3D models, textures, and animations.
• Observe and participate in the integration of real-time engines like Unreal Engine into production pipelines.
• Provide logistical support on set, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Shadow key team members to gain insight into various roles within the virtual production process.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited film program or related field with a strong academic record.
• Passionate about filmmaking and eager to learn about virtual production technologies.
• Familiarity with film production processes, including pre-production, shooting, and post-production.
• Basic understanding of tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Unreal Engine, or Blender is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Willingness to take initiative and adapt to a dynamic work environment.

What We Offer:

• A hands-on learning experience with cutting-edge virtual production tools and techniques.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the film and virtual production industry.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders and creatives.
• The chance to contribute to real-world projects and build a professional portfolio.

Duration: This internship will run for spring semester of 2025. Specific dates will be determined based on the candidate’s academic schedule.

Location: hybrid, or fully remote, along with the studio location when applicable.

Tasks
- prep, install and deploy full scale motion capture system
- conduct a complete motion capture shoot from calibration to post process of 3D data
- virtual camera tracking / shooting against VP LED walls for final

Training
- 209 group company orientation
- motion capture hardware and software training
- Unreal Engine / virtual production use
- weekly tech reviews with mentor
- on set job shadowing for virtual production shoots

Learning Outcome
1. create content for virtual production workflow - preproduction
2. shoot actual content using a virtual production stage
3. edit and deliver final images from above - post production