April 2025 — Virtual production just got a serious upgrade — and this time, it’s small enough to fit in your hand.
At NAB Show 2025, Lightcraft made waves by unveiling Jetset, a revolutionary new platform that brings high-end virtual production workflows to anyone armed with an iPhone.
Yes, you read that right.
Jetset promises to democratize virtual production, giving indie filmmakers, small studios, and even solo creators the kind of real-time 3D tracking and compositing power that once demanded six-figure budgets and giant LED volumes.
What Is Jetset?
Jetset is a real-time virtual production system that allows users to track live footage captured with an iPhone and composite it directly into 3D environments.
It works seamlessly with major post-production tools like Blender, Nuke, Unreal Engine, Cinema 4D, and Maya — offering a full production pipeline right from capture to final output.
Instead of expensive sensor arrays and bulky setups, Jetset uses the iPhone’s own sensors — like LIDAR and gyroscopes — combined with Lightcraft’s proprietary software, to accurately map camera movement inside 3D virtual worlds.
Why It Matters
Jetset could be a game-changer for anyone who dreams big but doesn’t have Hollywood’s resources.
Now small studios, YouTubers, indie directors, or even virtual event organizers can create scenes that once needed entire green screen studios or LED stages.
It’s virtual production without the virtual production cost.
No expensive cameras.
No giant LED walls.
No dedicated VFX teams.
You shoot with your iPhone. Jetset handles the magic.
Key Features
iPhone Camera Tracking:
Real-time positional and rotational tracking using only your mobile device’s built-in sensors.
Full Software Integration:
Works directly with Blender, Unreal, Nuke, Maya, and Cinema 4D.
Real-Time Composite Previews:
See your live-action footage inside your 3D world instantly.
Plug-and-Play Simplicity:
No need for massive gear setups. You’re production-ready with just your phone, computer, and creativity.
Smart Scene Calibration:
Advanced calibration routines ensure accurate virtual set matching.
“We designed Jetset to break down the last barriers to virtual production,” said a Lightcraft spokesperson at NAB.
“You shouldn’t need millions to tell a great story. Now, you just need an idea — and your phone.”
The Bottom Line
Lightcraft Jetset isn’t just a new tool — it’s a massive invitation to a new era of storytelling.
Virtual production is no longer just for the giants. It’s for the bold, the fast, and the creative — no matter their size.
For anyone building virtual worlds, creating 3D content, or pushing the edges of storytelling — Jetset might just be the tool that launches the next big thing.
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