Low Risk XR Prototyping

ELIXR XR Pathways Program

Launch your XR initiatives with our 16-week guided prototyping program.

Structured, Expert-Led Prototyping

Bring your XR projects to life with highly structured, results-focused prototyping led by senior XR product managers. The 16-week XR Pathways program leverages ELIXR’s deep XR experience to help you test a core XR hypothesis in a low-risk, high-impact way.

Guided Prototyping

A 16-week program designed by XR experts to test your XR hypothesis.

The XR Pathways program covers discovery, development, user testing, and deployment.

Focused User Testing

Intentional, hands-on testing with your end users greatly de-risks prototype creation.

ELIXR organizes and runs in-depth, data-focused test with your target users.

Simple Operations

ELIXR provides talented staffing, project management, development, and training.

Keep the logistics of your project simple, and focus on exploring your XR prototype.

Apply to Join the Pathway Program

Cohort sizes limited. Applications reviewed quarterly.

ELIXR VS. EMPLOYER PARTNER EXPECTATIONS

ELIXR

  • Oversee and manage Protege recruitment
  • Handle all payroll and administration
  • Provide professional development, mentorship, soft skill coaching and more!

EMPLOYER PARTNER

  • Attend final interview and select Protégé
  • Onboard Protégé to your team
  • Provide day-to-day tasks and instructions

ELIXR

Unlock up to $7500 in grants for each Developer and Artist you hire.

Employer Partner

Unlock up to $7500 in grants for each Developer and Artist you hire.

XR Pathways Program Timeline

Pre-Program Discovery

We work with you to define the core hypothesis your XR prototype is setting out to prove. This includes defining goals, success metrics, and determining the right hardware and software choices for your project.

Week 1 - 4: Discovery

We speak with your end users to understand their needs and test our initial assumptions. This is where we lock in the core features and direction of the prototype.

Week 5 - 12: Core Development

ELIXR’s in-house teams build your prototype using rapid, focused development processes. The experience takes shape as features are implemented and refined.

Week 13 - 16: User Testing & Iteration

We test the prototype with real users and improve it based on their feedback. This confirms what works and what should change before moving forward.

Handoff & Training

You receive training, documentation, and a full prototype handoff. You leave with a working XR experience and the tools to grow it over time.

Apply to Join the Pathway Program

Cohort sizes limited. Applications reviewed quarterly.

Trusted by Canada's Leading XR Teams

vrCave
UofC
The Learning Network
Telus World of Science
RRL
Peregrine
My Viva
Melcher Studios
Luxsonic
KOVR
Illumia Labs
Craft XR
Adventure Portal
AHS

Real Stories, Real Impact

Thomas Warring

Lead Simulation Technologist

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NAIT

"We had 2 main outcomes from the Protégé Program:

Firstly, we were surprised how quickly the Protégés were able to get to the place of making meaningful contributions to our projects. Often just 2 or 3 weeks of introduction and training was necessary, and then they were making meaningful contributions after that.

Secondly, several Protégés were strong enough for us to go ahead and keep them as permanent members of our team. The Protégé Program was a great way to get to know the person before deciding to hire them permanently."

Shawn Tse

Director

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Fallout Media

“The talent pool provided by ELIXR always stands out compared to when we have looked for candidates ourselves in the past. I think it comes from the ecosystem and pipeline that exists with common post-secondaries that we receive students from.

Always impressed by the applicant pool, as well as working with the Protégé’s that we are matched with.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions about the Pathways program? Here are answers to many of them.

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How do we get started?

Questions about the XR pathways program?

Connect with the ELIXR team, and find out everything you need to know about launching a prototype through the Pathways Program.

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