Freelance / Research Engineer Artificial Intelligence (m/f/d)

Animationsinstitut at Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg trains outstanding talents at the highest level in the fields of animation, visual effects, technical direction, animation/effects producing and interactive media. In addition, the institute runs a research & development department. We are offering a Research Engineer Artificial Intelligence (m/f/d) position within the research and development department of Animationsinstitut on a freelance basis, starting 01.06.2025 or as soon as possible. The Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg GmbH (FABW) is one of the most renowned educational institutions for film and media in Germany and also enjoys an excellent international reputation. This is ensured by a strong team- and practice-oriented teaching concept and over 300 guest lecturers per year. The Filmakademie also includes the Animationsinstitut and the Atelier Ludwigsburg-Paris. Your tasks Extension and improvement of the AnimHost application, see web: research.animationsinstitut.de/tracer Implementation of additional Animation Generators Ideas and suggestions to improve current workflow with Blender, VPET and Unity Theoretical and practical involvement in global FABW AI strategy Evaluation of tools and workflows Your profile Completed studies or several years of professional experience in media productions Extensive knowledge in software development (C++, Qt, Python, Tensorflow), real-time/game technology and DCC applications Experience in training and refining complex AI models Basic knowledge with Character Rigs and 3D Animation workflows Exceptional inter-personal skills, problem solving and development Organizational talent, resilient, versatile and flexible, ability to work in a team Very good knowledge of English Valid work permit within the European Union You have a sense of social responsibility and are open and sensitive to sustainability, diversity and equality The job offers A unique working environment tightly connected to international academia and industry Versatile and varied tasks Flexible working hours and mobile work with predominant presence in Ludwigsburg Further training opportunities

Animationsinstitut at Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg trains outstanding talents at the highest level in the fields of animation, visual effects, technical direction, animation/effects producing and interactive media. In addition, the institute runs a research & development department.