James Heil

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About James Heil

English follows) 20AVXR Disguise GoogleNetflixHiltonAVInAVate40 Under 40Certified Technology SpecialistCTS XRDolby AtmosLED : • • • 3D/VR • ICVFXXR • LEDDolby AtmosAV • /- I am a multidisciplinary technologist with close to two decades of experience supporting and leading complex AV, XR, and immersive media projects across Japan and internationally. Currently, I am serving as a Hardware Technician at Disguise - an industry leader in real-time production and virtual experiences powering broadcast, film, live entertainment, and immersive installations. I bring a background in AV systems design, technical consulting, and project management for global clients including Google, Netflix, and Hilton. Recognized as one of InAVate Magazine’s 40 Under 40 and among the first Certified Technology Specialists in Japan. I specialize in bridging creative vision with technical execution—whether building state-of-the-art XR studios, Dolby Atmos facilities, or large-scale LED installations. My goal is to push the boundaries of virtual production and experiential technologies while building strong, collaborative teams that deliver innovation at scale. Specializations: Technical leadership in project management, cross-functional team building, and Japan market operations; technology consulting for enterprise solutions and boutique installations; creative technology spanning interactive media, fulldome environments, and 3D/VR content production; virtual production and XR with a ICVFX focus and real-time workflows; AV systems design and integration including LED display systems, projection mapping, Dolby Atmos facilities, and broadcast environments; Japanese speaking (native - professional)