Who We Are
Hi! We’re Thinkingbox, the brief to built agency. Creating innovative digital, experiential, social, and content, we partner with leading brands across industries like sports, gaming, entertainment, and technology. We believe the hands that carefully craft the work should belong to the minds that dreamed it. So while others pass the buck, we’re already building. Because our thinkers are also the makers. Culture is at the heart of who we are, and our offices are hubs of natural collaboration. From hanging out with our office dogs to enjoying Thursday happy hours, we keep our work environment vibrant, welcoming, and fun. Each year, we also encourage our people to spend a month exploring the world, whether that means working from another office or even from the beaches of Mexico, to expand their perspectives and bring fresh inspiration back to the team.
The Opportunity
As a Junior Creative Technologist, you will support the development and deployment of interactive installations, immersive environments, and experimental technology driven experiences. You will work closely with Creative Directors, Designers, Producers, and Senior Technologists to prototype ideas, integrate hardware and software systems, and assist with on site installation and troubleshooting. This is a hands-on technical role that blends code, electronics, realtime graphics, and emerging AI workflows.
What You’ll Be Doing
Support development of interactive prototypes and production builds
Assist in integrating hardware systems with realtime software environments
Contribute to creative experimentation and R&D initiatives
Help deploy and troubleshoot installations in gallery, exhibition, and event environments
Document systems, processes, and technical setups clearly
Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and production teams
Follow technical direction and meet production timelines
Travel to the U.S. for occasional in-person activations, with authorization to work there as needed
What You’ll Bring
Creative Coding & Realtime Systems
Touch Designer with intermediate node based development experience
Python for scripting, hardware control, and API integration
JavaScript for basic interactive web development
RESTful API integration
Basic understanding of Node.js environments
Git and version control workflows
Electronics & Physical Computing
Arduino and microcontroller programming
Creative electronics prototyping including sensors, relays, motors, and LEDs
Raspberry Pi or ESP32 setup
Soldering and basic circuit building
Understanding of safe power distribution for small installations
AI & Emerging Tech
Familiarity with AI workflows including ComfyUI and Stable Diffusion pipelines
Basic LLM integration including API usage and prompt structuring
Introductory computer vision experience using OpenCV or similar
Experience integrating AI outputs into realtime systems
Media & Signal Flow
Camera systems setup including USB, HDMI, and IP cameras
Video capture hardware and signal flow fundamentals including HDMI and SDI basics
Projection setup and calibration
NDI, Spout, or Syphon workflows
Basic audio routing knowledge
Familiarity with media server concepts
OSC and MIDI fundamentals
DMX fundamentals
Intro level experience with WebSockets
Local network configuration for installations
Realtime Engines & Graphics
Unity or Unreal experience
Shader fundamentals with GLSL preferred
Projection mapping fundamentals
Installation & Production
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
Clear documentation habits
Clean cable management and installation practices
Comfort working on site in gallery or exhibition environments
Ability to follow technical direction and production timelines
Strong problem solving mindset
Willingness to prototype quickly and iterate
Collaborative communication style with artists and designers
Additional Info
Monday - Thursday in office (Fridays are remote optional)
Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days
Consistent culture and team-building events
Employee recognition and incentive programs
Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year
Office lunches
Branded company swag
Access to industry events, learning opportunities, and non-profit outreaches
Dog-friendly offices
Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks
Flex work and travel options
Comprehensive extended health benefits
Equal Opportunity
At Thinkingbox, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity is our creative strength – it's the range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that fuels our best ideas and most innovative solutions. We welcome and encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and backgrounds to apply. Your voice matters here.
To Apply
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please submit your resume along with links to your online portfolio as part of your application (if applicable). Due to the volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to respond to every submission. However, all applications are kept in our talent database and will be considered for future opportunities.
