Junior Creative Technologist

Job Description

Junior Creative Technologist

Talimer’s client, a leader in digital event and AV innovation, is seeking a Junior Creative Technologist. This role involves partnering with global brands and agencies to deliver high-impact interactive installations nationwide. The content studio, based at the Milwaukee headquarters, drives event technology through creative collaboration and technical excellence. We are looking for a tech enthusiast who thrives on hands-on discovery and is eager to apply coding, electronics, and AV troubleshooting skills in real-world event environments. If you’re looking to launch your career in event technology and love blending software, hardware, and creative teamwork, this is your moment to shine.

Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Contract-to-hire
Location: Hybrid preferred (Milwaukee, WI area)
Compensation: $30-$35/hour while contracting as a W2 employee of Talimer; $55,000–$70,000/year direct hire salary, commensurate with experience

Benefits (for W2 contractors working 30+ hours/week for 30 consecutive business days):

• Medical, dental, & optional vision insurance
• Life insurance
• PTO accrual
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match available for enrollment after 90 days

Technology Requirements:

• Talent must provide their own hardware and software unless otherwise noted.
• Required: Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud
• Major Plus: Familiarity with Unity and TouchDesigner

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement interactive AV installations and event technology, working closely with software and hardware.
• Integrate microcontrollers, sensors, and controls into AV production setups.
• Support the programming and configuration of lighting, sound, and video control systems (DMX, MIDI, OSC, etc.).
• Assist in AV system setup, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting both pre-event and onsite.
• Work with basic electrical circuits and power management for custom installations.
• Learn and support signal routing, networking, and control protocols for live events.
• Travel occasionally to event sites across the U.S. for hands-on technical support and troubleshooting.
• Provide live event support, resolving tech issues under tight timelines.
• Engage in ongoing learning, researching new AV tools and trends, and participate in internal R&D projects.
• Collaborate with senior technologists to continually grow technical skills in AV production.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Enthusiasm for technology, software, and creative AV experiences.
• Comfortable with basic coding (Python, JavaScript, C++ preferred) and eager to expand skillsets.
• Familiarity with low-code platforms and/or microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to troubleshoot in fast-paced settings.
• Willing to travel occasionally and work onsite at live events.

Nice to Have:

• Hands-on experience with AV, lighting, or event tech.
• Familiarity with AV programming, event tech protocols, and show site installations.
• Exposure to creative production tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, TouchDesigner).
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and adaptable mindset.

Referral Bonus: Know someone who would be interested? Refer a qualified candidate, and if they get the job, you get a signing bonus! (Make sure they mention your name as their referral source so you get your well-deserved credit!)

All candidates must be located and authorized to work in the United States. Talimer does not sponsor work visas. No C2C.