Avatar Studio Supervisor
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Creative Arts/Media
Digital Media / Production, Video Production
Location: New York
Welcome to the video-first world
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Despite the clear preference for video, communication and knowledge sharing in the business environment remain dominated by text, largely because high‑quality video production remains complex and challenging to scale—until now…
Meet SynthesiaWe're on a mission to make video easy for everyone. Born in an AI lab, our AI video communications platform simplifies the entire video production process, making it easy for everyone, regardless of skill level, to create, collaborate, and share high‑quality videos. Whether it's for delivering essential training to employees and customers or marketing products and services, Synthesia enables large organizations to communicate and share knowledge through video quickly and efficiently.
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In 2023, we were one of 7 European companies to reach unicorn status. In February 2024, G2 named us as the fastest growing company in the world. In 2025 we announced our series D funding. In total we’ve raised over $330M in funding from top‑tier investors, including NEA, Atlassian Ventures, WiL, PSP Growth, and existing investors such as Accel, Nvidia, Kleiner Perkins, GV and top founders and operators including Stripe, Datadog, Miro, Webflow, and Facebook.
About the role:We’re seeking a highly self‑motivated, well organised Avatar Studio Supervisor - a Producer/Director with a high level of Technical Production skills to be responsible for the capture of avatars in North America. As a member of Avatar Production, your core mission will be to enable the highest quality of capture of Synthesia Avatars by maintaining exceptional technical standards and ensuring great client experiences in seeking, setting up and running avatar shoots with our clients in studio or onsite.
In a fast paced environment with constantly evolving technology, adaptability and the ability to creatively solve problems will be key to your success. You’ll also collaborate with other teams in the NYC Crazy using and maintaining internal gear to deliver shoots for Marketing and Sales for online release.
What you’ll be doing:- Scope avatar needs with clients and guide them to the right solution
- Co‑ordinate with internal teams and third party vendors to deliver shoots on time and on budget
- Direct Avatar shoots in Studio or Onsite
- Film, photograph and record clients, Synthesians and others to an exceptional standard on smaller scale projects
- Operate and maintain film equipment in the NYC office
- Handle the backup and transfer of data after a shoot ensuring it’s handled safely with maximum security
- 4+ experience as aಿಎ Producer/Director working in the film industry or for agencies
- or 4+ years of experience as an A/V Technician, Studio Tech or Freelance film crew within a client facing environment, particularly on set VFX crew.
- A high level of knowledge and ability to use professional lighting, camera and sound gear
- Creative problem solver, able to adapt existing methods to suit unique cases
- A clear and efficient communicator
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Dedicated to best practice and technical excellence
- Comfortable working directly with clients in person
- Knowledge of Post‑Production programs, particularly Resolve a bonus
- Highly self‑motivated and an owner of your space
🏝 PTO & Holiday Entitlement Policy
✈️ Work from Abroad
🤝 Team Meet ups & Company Socials
🏡 Work From Home Budget
💸 Referral Scheme
👶 Enhanced Parental Leave
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