Motion Capture Lead

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!

Daily 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