Creative Technologist

Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (monks.com/careers ). About the Role As a Creative Technologist you’ll act as the bridge between creative vision and technical execution. You will combine strong creative sensibilities with deep technical expertise to prototype, build, and deliver innovative digital experiences — from interactive installations and web platforms to AI-driven campaigns and emerging tech explorations. This role is ideal for someone fluent in both storytelling and technology — capable of brainstorming with creatives and speaking code with developers. * This temporary role is expected to run through December 20th, 2025, with the possibility of extension based on performance and business needs. * Expected to work a schedule consistent with the Eastern Time Zone (ET). * Hourly rate: CAD $119/hour Responsibilities: Partner with creative, design, and production teams to conceptualize and prototype interactive ideas. Translate creative concepts into functional prototypes using technologies such as ComfyUI, WebGL, Unity, Unreal, Three.js, and generative AI tools. Explore and implement emerging technologies (AI, AR/VR, spatial computing, real-time rendering, computer vision, voice interaction, etc.). Collaborate with developers to ensure creative fidelity and feasibility throughout the production process. Participate in pitches and client presentations, translating technical possibilities into inspiring creative language. Maintain awareness of trends in digital media, creative technology, and interactive design. Build internal tools, frameworks, or reusable components that accelerate creative experimentation. Help guide creative teams on the practical potential and constraints of technology choices. About You The essentials: 5+ years of experience in creative technology, interactive development, or digital innovation. Hands‑on experience with real‑time engines (Unity, Unreal) or web frameworks (Three.js, React, WebXR). Familiarity with AI creative tools (ComfyUI, OpenAI, Runway, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, etc.). Strong understanding of UX principles and experience design. Excellent communication and presentation skills — both technical and conceptual. Comfort working in multidisciplinary teams and translating between creative and engineering mindsets. A strong portfolio of innovative digital or interactive work. Not a must, but a plus: Experience with sensors, hardware integration, or IoT. Experience in generative art, data visualization, or creative coding environments (Processing, p5.js, TouchDesigner). Background in advertising, experiential design, or digital production. #LI-remote #LI-MJ1 At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission. Monks is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We are committed to treating people with disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration, and we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under local accessibility laws. What We Offer Monks has provided an hourly rate that represents its good faith estimate of what Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The rate offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status. Hourly Rate$119—$119 CAD About Monks Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world. Its integration of systems and workflows delivers unfettered content production, scaled experiences, enterprise‑grade technology and data science fueled by AI—managed by the industry’s best and most diverse digital talent—to help the world’s trailblazing companies outmaneuver and outpace their competition. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services. It has remained a constant presence on Adweek’s Fastest Growing lists (2019‑23), ranks among Cannes Lions’ Top 10 Creative Companies (2022‑23) and is the only partner to have been placed in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020‑24). In addition to being named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023), Monks has been recognized by Business Intelligence in its 2024 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Awards program in three categories: the Individual category, Organizational Winner in AI Strategic Planning and AI Product for its service Monks.Flow. Monks has also garnered the title of Webby Production Company of the Year (2021‑24), won a record number of FWAs and has earned a spot on Newsweek’s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2023. We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us. Interested?Apply for this job At Monks, we are committed to protecting your personal information. As part of our recruitment process, we collect and process personal data to evaluate your application and communicate with you. To understand how we handle your information, including the types of data we collect, how we use it, and your rights, please read our Monks Candidate Privacy Notice. We encourage you to review this notice to ensure you are fully informed about how your data will be managed during your application process. Monks does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr