Junior Creative Technologist - Thinkingbox

Thinkingbox•Vancouver, BC

65d

About The Position

As a Junior Creative Technologist, you will support the development and deployment of interactive installations, immersive environments, and experimental technology driven experiences. You will work closely with Creative Directors, Designers, Producers, and Senior Technologists to prototype ideas, integrate hardware and software systems, and assist with on site installation and troubleshooting. This is a hands-on technical role that blends code, electronics, realtime graphics, and emerging AI workflows.

Requirements

Touch Designer with intermediate node based development experience
Python for scripting, hardware control, and API integration
JavaScript for basic interactive web development
RESTful API integration
Basic understanding of Node.js environments
Git and version control workflows
Arduino and microcontroller programming
Creative electronics prototyping including sensors, relays, motors, and LEDs
Raspberry Pi or ESP32 setup
Soldering and basic circuit building
Understanding of safe power distribution for small installations
Familiarity with AI workflows including ComfyUI and Stable Diffusion pipelines
Basic LLM integration including API usage and prompt structuring
Introductory computer vision experience using OpenCV or similar
Experience integrating AI outputs into realtime systems
Camera systems setup including USB, HDMI, and IP cameras
Video capture hardware and signal flow fundamentals including HDMI and SDI basics
Projection setup and calibration
NDI, Spout, or Syphon workflows
Basic audio routing knowledge
Familiarity with media server concepts
OSC and MIDI fundamentals
DMX fundamentals
Intro level experience with WebSockets
Local network configuration for installations
Unity or Unreal experience
Shader fundamentals with GLSL preferred
Projection mapping fundamentals
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
Clear documentation habits
Clean cable management and installation practices
Comfort working on site in gallery or exhibition environments
Ability to follow technical direction and production timelines
Strong problem solving mindset
Willingness to prototype quickly and iterate
Collaborative communication style with artists and designers

Responsibilities

Support development of interactive prototypes and production builds
Assist in integrating hardware systems with realtime software environments
Contribute to creative experimentation and R&D initiatives
Help deploy and troubleshoot installations in gallery, exhibition, and event environments
Document systems, processes, and technical setups clearly
Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and production teams
Follow technical direction and meet production timelines

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