💡 Stage IX is a residency programme for artists working at the intersection of art and technology, built around immersive experiences (IX). Rather than following a linear production model, it creates space for open-ended research- thinking and making at the same time, with process prioritized over predetermined outcomes. 💡 The programme is run by a consortium of six Dutch institutions and selects a small cohort each cycle. For 2026, three spots are available: two for emerging artists (2–4 years experience) and one for established artists (5+ years), all Netherlands-based. 💡 What residents receive varies by track, but includes an artist fee (€18K–€26K), an R&D budget (€5K–€15K), workspace at Fort Penningsveer, and access to specialized facilities — spatial audio studios, XR and motion capture labs, volumetric capture systems, a fulldome venue, and more. 💡 The 8–10 month residency runs May through December 2026, with each resident embedded in a support structure of producers, dramaturgs, mentors, and peers. Residents are also expected to contribute to collective learning across three shared areas: audience engagement, production workflows, and education. Key Dates Submissions close March 13, 2026 · Residency starts mid-May 2026 🚀 Apply: https://forms.stage-ix.com/opencall Submit a research proposal, CV (max. 2 pages), and portfolio (10 pages and/or 5-min showreel).

🏢 Company: Private 🌍 Location: New York (Hybrid) 💻 Type: Freelance to Full-time | Mid–Senior Level 💸 Pay: $110,000 – $135,000 per year 🚀 Apply: Comment “Interested” below and you’ll receive a DM 💡 About the job: - Mid to Senior AI Image and Video Artist role - Focus on photorealistic, production-ready AI-generated visuals - Freelance-to-hire structure with full-time potential - Work supports high-level commercial brand campaigns - Hybrid role with in-office and remote flexibility - Occasional evening or weekend work during major projects 🎯 Responsibilities: - Generate high-quality photorealistic AI images and videos - Adapt to additional styles such as conceptual or illustrative when required - Translate creative briefs into polished visual outputs - For video: develop narrative structure, pacing, and camera-driven storytelling - Apply post-production finishing including retouching, compositing, color, and motion polish - Manage iterative AI generation workflows efficiently - Incorporate feedback and refine outputs under client timelines - Stay current with evolving AI tools and workflows 🛠️ Qualifications: - 3 to 7+ years of professional experience in production, post-production, VFX, CGI, photography, animation, or related fields - Experience producing photorealistic AI image or video content for commercial clients - Strong understanding of lighting, materials, anatomy, motion, and realism - Proficiency in post-production finishing techniques - Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines - Strong collaboration and communication skills ➕ Preferred Skills: - Experience directing or leading AI-driven commercial campaigns - Background in cinematography, photography, editing, motion design, CGI, or VFX 🎁 Benefits: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - FSA and HSA options - Employee discounts - Hybrid work structure - Opportunity to transition from freelance to full-time

🏢 Company: Private 🌍 Location: Santa Clara, CA or Remote 💻 Type: Contract | Project-based 💸 Pay: $50–$125 per hour (may vary based on experience) 🚀 Apply: Comment “Contract” below and you’ll receive a DM 💡 About the job: - Open call for freelance 3D Visual Artists or studios - Project-based engagements depending on upcoming needs - Focus on modeling, look development, and high-quality rendering - Supports storytelling across digital, video, and experiential media - Strong emphasis on controlled lighting, materials, and composition - Preference for candidates local to Santa Clara, CA - Remote team members must travel to headquarters twice per quarter 🎯 Responsibilities: - Define and maintain cohesive 3D visual styles across projects - Develop style guides from curated references - Model high-quality 3D assets for renders and animations - Maintain clean scene organization and reusable asset libraries - Produce final renders with full control over lighting and materials - Refine visual outputs using hands-on workflows - Prepare assets for marketing, video, and design use - Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and cross-functional teams 🛠️ Qualifications: - 3–5 years of experience in 3D modeling, rendering, or digital visual design - Strong portfolio demonstrating modeling and rendering control - Proven ability to maintain visual consistency across assets - Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite - Clear written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment - Eligible under U.S. export control laws as a U.S. person ➕ Bonus Qualifications: - Experience with Blender and Rhino - Background in architectural, industrial, or product visualization - Experience in 2D or 3D animation 🎁 Additional Information: - Remote employees required to travel to Santa Clara, CA twice per quarter - Rate may fall outside stated range based on experience - Work may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws

🏢 Company: Private 🌍 Location: Los Angeles, CA 💻 Type: Freelance | On-site during key phases 💸 Pay: Not specified 🚀 Apply: Comment below "Interested" and you will receive a DM 💡 About the job: - Project-based role supporting immersive experiential builds and permanent digital installations - Work sits at the intersection of software, hardware, lighting, media, AI, and fabrication - Focus on real-world environments where systems must function reliably in public settings - Strong emphasis on integration, deployment, and show-ready execution - LA-based preferred with on-site presence required during integration 🎯 Responsibilities: - Build trigger-based interactive systems using touch, sensors, and custom inputs - Integrate AI-driven content into physical environments - Configure LED walls including processors, scaling, and mapping - Program LED strip lighting with pixel mapping and sequencing - Deploy media playback systems such as BrightSign - Manage dynamic content switching across multiple displays - Synchronize lighting, audio, motion, and AI systems - Collaborate with fabricators, electricians, and producers - Support installation and on-site debugging 🛠️ Qualifications: - Experience with TouchDesigner or similar real-time platforms - Working knowledge of NodeJS and/or Python - Familiarity with React or other interactive frontend frameworks - Experience with OpenGL or shader development - Understanding of REST or GraphQL APIs - Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine - Knowledge of microcontrollers such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or ESP32 - Experience with DMX or Art-Net systems - Ability to read and update system diagrams - Comfortable with Git, command line tools, and SSH - Ability to design for reliability in public-facing environments - Strong communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills

🚀 Apply: Send your details and CV to [email protected] 💡 Diriyah Art Futures in Riyadh runs Mazra’ah Media Arts Residency, which is a multi-month residency for established artists and scholars working in new media and digital art. The residency provides access to production labs, studios, a budget for project development, and opportunities for exhibitions or scholarly publication. It’s designed to encourage creative research at the intersection of art, technology, culture, and environment.