XR Studio Manager in London

We’re looking for an XR / Virtual Production Studio Manager to join the team, based at our Leicester Square office with a focus on smooth operation of our brand new state-of-the-art XR studio. This is a role for someone with strong technical studio video experience, particularly with virtual production workflows and ideally experience using Disguise software and hardware.

You’ll play an important role in delivering high-quality XR and visual content, supporting multi-camera workflows, vision mixing, routing, lighting and record/playback systems. You’ll also help improve the way the team works through workflow automation, documentation and practical problem-solving. This will largely be a 9 to 5 role, though there may occasionally be a need to work outside of these hours to support shoots, OBs and/or recordings.

We’re looking for someone who is a strong problem solver, critical thinker and quick learner, with the ability to carry out their own learning and research as well as perform well in structured training.

• Studio Operations & Coordination (50%)
  • Manage the day-to-day operation of the XR / virtual production stage, ensuring the studio is fully production-ready for every shoot.
  • Act as the key point of contact for productions booked into the XR studio, briefing directors and DPs on the stage’s capabilities and constraints.
  • Coordinate with our Production Management team to ensure smooth operational flow across bookings with kit and crew.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Podcasts, Radio and the wider Video team to ensure the studio meets the business’ production needs.
  • The ability to prioritise tasks effectively and adapt quickly when plans, schedules or requirements change.
• XR / Virtual Production Systems & Operation (30%)
  • Operate and configure Disguise media servers and show files to drive real-time camera tracking, rendering and playback for XR productions.
  • Oversee Stype RedSpy 5.0 motion-tracked camera systems – alongside RED V-Raptor X cameras, ensuring accurate calibration and reliable integration with the Disguise pipeline.
  • Manage LED volume/wall calibration, colour matching and genlock across the video and camera signal chain.
  • Work with modern multi-camera video technology, including vision mixers, routers, record/playback systems and PTZ (Sony FR7) camera systems.
  • Support camera and lighting setups for virtual production, including understanding of formats, codecs, exposure and DMX lighting systems.
• Vendor Management & Continuous Improvement (10%)
  • Maintain relationships with Disguise and other key equipment vendors, staying current with software updates, firmware and best practice.
  • Build and refine workflow automation, macros and pipeline efficiencies, particularly within Disguise’s Designer software.
• Troubleshooting, Documentation & Communication (10%)
  • Troubleshoot technical issues quickly and effectively, from tracking dropouts to render or playback issues, in a fast-moving production environment.
  • Create and maintain clear technical documentation, including studio SOPs, calibration guides and crew training materials.
  • Communicate technical information clearly, adapting the level of detail for audiences ranging from crew to senior production and talent.

• Think Big: Push the boundaries of XR and virtual production, shaping how Global’s new studio pioneers immersive storytelling.
• Own It: Take ownership of one of the most advanced XR stages in broadcast, powered by Disguise and RED V-Raptor X cameras.
• Keep it Simple: Build workflows and automations that make complex virtual production simple for yourself and the rest of the team.
• Better Together: Collaborate with all sides of the Global team including Engineering, Video, Podcasts and Radio.

• Built a strong understanding of the XR studio environment, its Disguise pipeline and camera tracking workflows.
• Become a trusted, reliable operator for the smooth running of the XR stage.
• Supported efficient productions, with proactive issue resolution and minimal downtime.
• Identified and helped implement workflow and calibration improvements.
• Built strong relationships with teams across Engineering, Video, Production, Podcasts and Radio.
• Contributed useful documentation and knowledge-sharing across the team.
• Demonstrated confidence in learning new Disguise features, camera systems and workflows quickly.

• Proven experience managing a technical studio, broadcast facility or virtual production stage.
• Strong understanding of virtual production / XR workflows, including camera tracking, real-time rendering and LED volume operation.
• Experience with Disguise software and hardware, ideally including show file build, RenderStream setup and calibration.
• Experience with PTZ cameras and strong basic camera knowledge, including formats, codecs and workflows.
• Experience designing and implementing workflows automation, including building macros and using automation tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet under production pressure.
• Strong leadership, collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with confidence working across multiple departments.
• Professionalism when working with talent, directors and production teams.
• Strong technical communication skills, with the ability to scale conversations to suit the audience.
• Good task prioritisation, scheduling and time management.
• A proactive approach to learning, including self-led learning and research.

• Hands-on experience with Disguise Designer and/or Disguise media servers in a live production or virtual production environment.
• Experience with RED V-Raptor X, or similar high-end cinema cameras, in a motion-tracked or virtual production setting.
• Experience with camera tracking systems (e.g. Stype, Mo-Sys, Ncam) and integrating tracking data with real-time engines such as Unreal Engine.
• Live production experience.
• Understanding of DMX lighting systems.
• Basic knowledge of Unreal Engine for virtual production content and environments.
• A background that combines both technical and production experience.