The posting
Job Summary
The LA Clippers are looking to hire an Immersive Content and Visual Effects Artist, Halo Board. This role is a hands-on creative leader responsible for the ideation, creation, and continuous evolution of pre-produced content for the Intuit Dome Halo Board. This role blends high-level creative execution with advanced real-time, VFX, and GenAI workflows to deliver bespoke content designed specifically for the Halo Board's immersive, circular canvas.
This role is creative-first and the primary maker and owner of Halo content, personally creating core assets while scaling output through freelance artists and close collaboration with an in-house 3D designer in the Creative department. In addition to content creation, this role builds and maintains efficient systems that allow Halo content to evolve quickly throughout the basketball season.
This is a full-time role based in Inglewood, CA and is eligible for our competitive benefit offering including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company contribution, Well-Being Allowance, and more. Due to the nature of this industry, candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule including weeknights, weekends, and holidays to cover high profile concerts and NBA games.
What You Will Do
- Personally ideate, design, and create pre-produced Halo Board content including intro experiences, rituals, transitions, and moment-based visual packages.
- Serve as the creative owner for Halo pre-produced assets, maintaining quality, consistency, and freshness throughout the season.
- Concept and execute content that fully leverages the Halo Board’s immersive, non-rectangular canvas in ways not possible on traditional scoreboards.
- Continuously update and evolve Halo content based on season narratives, team performance, and live audience response.
- Collaborate closely with the Head of Digital Content and Video Director to align Halo content with broader creative vision and storytelling priorities.
- Work in close partnership with the Halo Content Producer to ensure content supports game flow, pacing, and emotional arcs.
- Direct and integrate work from freelance artists and collaborate with an in-house Creative department 3D designer as force multipliers.
- Build and maintain efficient, scalable workflows across Unreal Engine, Cinema 4D and Houdini, After Effects, and AI-assisted tools.
- Apply GenAI and procedural tools to accelerate ideation, iteration, and seasonal refreshes while maintaining creative control and quality.
- Ensure all assets are optimized for Disguise playback and compatible with Daktronics and Halo Board technical requirements.
- Design modular content systems and templates that allow rapid iteration and deployment throughout the season.
- Partner with game presentation and broadcast teams to stress-test content prior to live deployment.
- Identify and recommend seasonal freelance support and additional resources as needed.
- Document creative systems, workflows, and technical standards to support long-term internal ownership.
Your Background, Skills and Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in immersive content creation, VFX, motion graphics, or real-time media
- Demonstrated portfolio of hands-on creation for large-format or non-traditional canvases such as LED volumes, domes, or immersive displays.
- Strong hands-on experience with Unreal Engine for real-time or near-real-time content creation.
- Advanced working knowledge of Cinema 4D or Houdini.
- Experience creating content for live events such as professional sports, concerts, or large-scale entertainment.
- Ability to both concept and execute high-level visuals, owning work from idea through delivery.
- Experience collaborating across creative, broadcast, and technical teams in live environments.
- Ability to learn, contribute and thrive in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and positively interact in a diverse multi-cultural environment.
Our Approach to Technology & Innovation
At Halo Sports and Entertainment, curiosity and innovation go hand in hand. We seek forward-thinking individuals who embrace emerging technologies and actively leverage AI tools to work smarter, unlock creativity, and elevate the fan and business experience.
About Halo Sports & Entertainment:
Halo Sports & Entertainment brings together some of Southern California's most iconic sports and entertainment brands. Our portfolio includes the LA Clippers, Intuit Dome, Kia Forum, and the San Diego Clippers, giving our teams the opportunity to shape experiences across professional sports, live music, and entertainment. Whether producing unforgettable events, building innovative technology, or supporting the operations behind it all, our employees work together to deliver exceptional experiences while growing their careers in one of the most dynamic organizations in sports and entertainment.
About Intuit Dome:
At Intuit Dome, we're setting a new standard for live sports and entertainment. Home to the LA Clippers, Intuit Dome was designed from the ground up to redefine the fan experience through technology, innovation, and thoughtful design. Every event is an opportunity to create an unforgettable experience for every fan, artist, athlete, and guest who walks through our doors.
Host of the 2026 NBA All-Star game and set to Olympic Basketball in 2028, Intuit Dome is over 1 million square feet and features our team training center, business operations offices, five full-sized basketball courts, an 80,000 square foot outdoor plaza and a double-sided Halo Board composed of more than an acre of LED.
Located in Inglewood, Calif., Intuit Dome is built different -- it redefines fans’ expectations for live experiences and changes the music landscape in Los Angeles.
About Kia Forum:
Located in Inglewood, California, the Kia Forum is the only arena-sized venue in the country dedicated to music and entertainment, delivering a superior experience for artists and fans alike. The iconic venue hosts a diverse range of premier events, featuring the biggest names in music and entertainment, award shows, combat sports, and more. Designed with entertainers and performers in mind, Kia Forum Backstage includes star-caliber dressing rooms that provide unparalleled comfort. The Kia Forum received Pollstar's "Arena of the Decade" award in 2022 and was named the top West Coast arena in 2025 by Pollstar and Billboard magazines.
Compensation
- The range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000 annual compensation. Compensation package offered will be based on multiple individualized factors, including a candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- The role is classified as exempt.
Benefits and Perks
We offer a competitive benefits program, including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- 401(k) plan with company contribution
- Wellbeing Allowance of up to $1,000 per year
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Company-paid Long Term Disability insurance
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance options for employee, spouse and children
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mind health support via Modern Health and Headspace
The LA Clippers are a proud equal opportunity employer. It is our desire and intent that all employees enjoy a professional business working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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