Motion Capture Lead

CD PROJEKT RED•Boston, MA

93d•Hybrid

About The Position

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Motion Capture Lead to join our team in the Boston hub and play a key role in building the motion capture foundation for our upcoming projects! This role is part of the Shared Development Services (SDS) group, meaning you will be embedded within a collaborative, cross-studio collective supporting multiple productions. As a Mocap Lead, you will not only build the local mocap capabilities from the ground up, but also work closely with our established Motion Capture department in Poland to align workflows, share pipeline solutions, and ensure consistency across studios. You’ll be responsible for implementing and evolving our motion capture pipeline, managing and maintaining the Vicon, Optitrack, or Qualisys systems, and assembling a team of mocap professionals in Boston. If you're excited by the idea of shaping foundational technology and processes in a collaborative, international environment, this is the opportunity for you!

Requirements

Proven experience designing and leading motion capture pipelines in a game or film production environment.
Hands-on experience with Vicon systems, including camera calibration, troubleshooting, and data processing.
Deep understanding of DCC tools like MotionBuilder or Maya and how they interact with mocap data.
Experience working with animation retargeting and engine-ready mocap pipelines (e.g., Unreal Engine).
Previous leadership experience and the ability to grow and manage a small to mid-size team.
Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset—especially in a distributed development setup.
Well-organized, self-directed, and capable of owning full production cycles.
Passion for animation, performance capture, and enabling creative teams through technology.
Experience working across multiple disciplines including animation, rigging, and gameplay is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on multi-project pipelines is a plus.
Familiarity with facial capture and performance capture systems is a plus.
Knowledge of Python or MEL scripting is a plus.
Experience setting up a mocap studio from scratch is a big plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of the end-to-end motion capture pipeline for the Boston studio, focusing on performance quality, scalability, and integration with production workflows.
Own the setup, operation, and maintenance of one of the optical motion capture systems: Vicon, Optitrack, or Qualisys (including camera calibration, shoot prep, and post-processing)
Work closely with our Poland-based Motion Capture department to coordinate workflows, establish shared standards, and enable cross-studio pipeline continuity.
Ensure smooth data exchange and alignment of tools and processes between studios.
Collaborate with teams across animation, cinematics, and gameplay to ensure mocap processes support cross-discipline needs.
Recruit, onboard, and manage a Boston-based mocap team, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
Supervise all aspects of the mocap shoot process—from planning and scheduling to execution and data delivery.
Develop and maintain best practices for data capture, cleanup, and DCC/engine integration.
Work with pipeline and tools developers to design and iterate on automation, retargeting, and review tools.
Document workflows and provide training and mentorship to team members.
Act as the local go-to expert for motion capture in the Boston hub.
Ability to travel to Poland on occasion

Benefits

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years).
401K with employer matching.
Gym Membership Reimbursement.
Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
Flexible working hours.
Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.