We have interviewed several employers in the field of immersive technologies and creating VR scenarios and also based on our research this is what we learnt:

Companies creating VR scenarios require a mix of technical, creative, and business-related skills. Here’s a breakdown of the most in-demand knowledge and skills:

1. Technical Skills

• Programming & Software Development
  • Proficiency in C#, C++, or Python (especially for Unity and Unreal Engine).
  • Experience with game engines (Unity, Unreal Engine).
  • Understanding of VR SDKs (OpenXR, Oculus SDK, SteamVR).
• 3D Modeling & Animation
  • Skills in Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, or Cinema 4D.
  • Knowledge of rigging, texturing, and motion capture for immersive character animation.
• UX/UI Design for VR
  • Understanding of spatial interfaces and human-computer interaction (HCI).
  • Proficiency in tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch for designing user-friendly VR environments.
• Hardware & Optimization
  • Knowledge of VR headsets (Meta Quest, HTC Vive, Pico, etc.).
  • Experience with real-time rendering and performance optimization for smooth experiences.

2. Creative Skills

• Storytelling & Narrative Design
  • Ability to create compelling interactive experiences.
  • Experience with branching narratives for interactive storytelling in VR.
• 3D Sound Design
  • Knowledge of spatial audio (e.g., Wwise, FMOD) to enhance immersion.
  • Ability to integrate voiceovers, ambient sounds, and directional audio cues.

3. Business & Soft Skills

• Project Management
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Experience with JIRA, Trello, or Asana for workflow organization.
• Marketing & Business Development
  • Understanding of VR industry trends and target audience engagement.
  • Ability to pitch ideas to investors, clients, and stakeholders.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Working in multidisciplinary teams (programmers, designers, writers, marketers).
  • Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills in a fast-evolving industry.

For game studios, simulation training companies and industrial VR developers

The most common tools are:

• Unity, Unreal Engine
• GitHub, GitLab (version control)
• Visual Studio, Rider

For gaming, education, architectural visualization, medical VR companies

The most common tools are:

Blender, Maya, ZBrushSubstance Painter, PhotoshopFigma, Adobe XD (for UI/UX)

For tech companies, startups, research labs, consumer VR product developers

The most common tools are:

Figma, Adobe XDUnity, Unreal EngineWebXR (for browser-based VR interfaces)

For game studios, film production companies, VR training firms

The most common tools are:

Ableton Live, Pro ToolsFMOD, WwiseAudacity (basic editing)