Ai Engineer

Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world's top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today's content experience.
- WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. _Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore._ WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow._

**A Hybrid working model**
- We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process._

**About the role**

**Key Responsibilities**
- **AI Image and Video Generation**
- Leverage advanced AI tools like COMFY UI to generate high-quality images and videos for advertising projects.
- Integrate generative AI workflows into the creative pipeline to enhance production efficiency and quality.
- **Visual Effects and CGI**
- Design and implement cutting-edge VFX and CGI solutions for commercial content.
- Perform shot cleanup, object removal, product replacement, and scene enhancements.
- Utilize tracking software (e.g., Mocha, Geo Tracker, PF Track) for precise compositing and alignment.
- **Audiovisual Editing and Direction**
- Collaborate on narrative direction and storytelling for audiovisual projects.
- Edit video and audio content using industry-standard tools such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, LTX and Runway.
- Create animatics and pre-visualizations to support project development.
- **Programming and Technical Expertise**
- Develop and optimize custom AI models and workflows tailored to specific project needs.
- Write and maintain scripts in Python to automate tasks, machine learning and improve production pipelines.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges and ensure seamless integration of AI tools into existing systems.
- **Creative Conceptualization**
- Partner with creative teams to brainstorm and conceptualize visually compelling advertising campaigns.
- Use AI and 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Unreal Engine, 3D Studio) to create virtual production environments and assets.
- **Collaboration and Innovation**
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in AI, VFX, and post-production.
- Provide training and mentorship to team members on AI tools and techniques.
- Work closely with clients and stakeholders to understand project goals and deliver outstanding results.

**Role Requirements**

**Technical Skills**:

- **COMFY UI Expert**: Advanced proficiency in utilizing COMFY UI for image and video generation.
- **Programming**: Strong knowledge of Python for scripting, machine learning and workflow automation.
- **Software Proficiency**:

- Adobe Suite: Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects.
- Additional Tools: Nuke, Mocha, Geo Tracker, Blender, Runway, LTX, MidJourney, PF Track, Pyhton
- Virtual Production: Unreal Engine is a plus

**Creative Skills**:

- Deep understanding of **audiovisual narrative direction** and storytelling principles.
- Experience in creating **animatics**, 3d cgi, visual effects, and high-quality advertising edits.
- Ability to conceptualize and execute complex advertising pieces from start to finish.

**Experience**
- Proven track record in post-production, specifically in advertising or related industries.
- Hands-on experience with generative AI tools for image and video creation.
- Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in VFX, CGI, and AI-driven projects.

**Soft Skills**
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Strong communication and