NinjaTrader 8 Setup, Cross-Trade & Training

# NinjaTrader 8 Expert Needed — Order Flow Setup, Cross-Instrument Trading, ATM Strategies & Training (Fixed Price)

## Project Overview

I am an experienced futures trader transitioning from MotiveWave to NinjaTrader 8 Desktop. I mainly trade MNQ and MES micros while analysing NQ and ES charts.

I already have a working setup in MotiveWave and want an experienced NinjaTrader specialist to replicate it using built-in indicators, ATM strategies, chart tools and other existing features wherever possible.

This is primarily a platform configuration job, not a trading strategy development project. I expect many requirements to be achievable using existing tools, but I am open to custom development if necessary.

The work will be conducted via live screenshare on my Windows 11 mini-PC. I will operate my computer while you guide me through setup and explain how to use NinjaTrader
OR can give you operation permission while I monitor whats happening on screen.

**Session:** Maximum 2 hours
**Pricing:** Fixed price for the complete, agreed scope
**Additional work:** Must be quoted and approved separately before starting.

I want someone experienced, efficient, friendly and comfortable teaching a trader who understands futures but is new to NinjaTrader.

## 1. Required Experience

Please have hands-on experience with:

- NinjaTrader 8 Desktop, charts, workspaces and templates.
- Built-in Order Flow indicators.
- Futures trading: NQ, MNQ, ES and MES.
- ATM strategies, stops, targets, trailing stops and break-even.
- Account connections, instrument mapping and order entry.
- DOM / Market Depth, chart templates, drawing tools and hotkeys.

Experience with Apex Trader Funding, Tradovate, NinjaTrader prop accounts, TradingView integration and NinjaScript development is an advantage.

## 2. Account and Platform Setup

I currently use an **Apex account with Tradovate** and want it connected to NinjaTrader 8 Desktop.

Please:

- Configure and verify my account connection.
- Check market data, account permissions and Order Flow indicator availability.
- Configure the correct instruments and contract expirations.
- Verify which features are included and which require separate licences, subscriptions or add-ons.

I also want to configure NinjaTrader web/mobile trading, potentially through NinjaTrader Prop, for occasional trading while travelling or using a Mac. Please verify account compatibility rather than assuming my existing account includes these features.

I have an active **TradingView Premium subscription** and paid indicators. I want to investigate and configure supported TradingView integration so I can access real-time NQ/ES data and potentially place or manage trades through TradingView.

Please verify account eligibility, supported order routing and data-feed requirements. Clearly identify any restrictions or additional costs before proceeding.

## 3. Cross-Instrument Trading — Critical Requirement

In MotiveWave, I analyse NQ and ES charts but execute trades in MNQ and MES using cross-trading functionality.

I need the closest equivalent in NinjaTrader:

- Analyse NQ and execute in MNQ.
- Analyse ES and execute in MES.
- Specify micro-contract quantities and manage resulting orders correctly.

Please use a supported built-in solution wherever possible. If this requires an add-on or custom programming, explain the alternatives and cost before starting.

**Please explain in your proposal how you would implement this functionality.** I do not want to switch instruments manually for every order unless that is the only practical supported option and we agree beforehand.

## 4. ATM Strategies, Risk Management and Pre-Trade Confirmation

My MotiveWave setup lets me select an entry price on an NQ chart and automatically prepares the stop-loss, take-profit and micro-contract quantity.

Example:

- NQ entry: 30,000
- Stop-loss: 40 points away
- Take-profit: 80 points away
- Risk/reward: 1:2
- Maximum intended risk: $300
- Execution instrument: MNQ

Quantity should be calculated using the stop distance and the dollar value per point of the execution instrument, subject to account limits and relevant costs.

I want the closest practical NinjaTrader equivalent, using ATM strategies, chart interaction, hotkeys or other supported features.

Desired functionality:

1. Quickly select an entry price using chart interaction or a suitable shortcut.
2. Use limit, market and stop-order entry methods where supported.
3. Calculate or help determine the appropriate micro quantity based on fixed dollar risk.
4. Display proposed entry, stop, target, quantity, estimated risk and reward.
5. Allow adjustment of stop and target levels before order submission where supported.
6. Configure a trailing stop and move the stop to breakeven after approximately 1R of favourable movement.

**Essential: The order must not be submitted until I explicitly confirm it.**

My preferred workflow is to select an entry price, review the proposed order and risk, adjust the lines if supported, and then click a confirmation control before submission.

I understand standard ATM strategies may not provide every aspect of this workflow. Please explain exactly what is achievable using built-in functionality and what requires custom development.

**Please address this requirement specifically in your proposal.** If custom programming is necessary, quote it separately. No custom work or additional purchases without my approval.

## 5. Five Required Chart Layouts

I have attached a screenshot of my existing MotiveWave layout as a visual reference. I need equivalent configurations for both NQ and ES, with reusable templates where practical.

### Layout 1 — Main Order Flow Chart

Configure the following:

**A. Volume Profile / Volume Imprint**
- Developing POC, VAH and VAL.
- Separate RTH and ETH profiles.
- Historical profiles, ideally the last four sessions.

Intended sessions:
- RTH: 9:30 AM–4:30 PM Eastern Time.
- ETH: Remaining trading hours according to the appropriate futures trading-hours template.

Please verify session boundaries, time zone and settings rather than blindly copying them.

**B. Session OHLC**
- Open, High, Low and Close for RTH and ETH, clearly distinguished.

**C. Opening Range**
- High and low from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM Eastern Time (30-minute opening range).
- Use Order Flow Initial Balance or the closest suitable built-in equivalent.

**D. Large Trades**
- Use Order Flow Trade Detector or the closest suitable indicator.
- Initial threshold: 75+ contracts for NQ and 200+ contracts for ES.

**E. Volume Delta by Price**
- A real-time, price-level-based view of buying and selling pressure, preferably on the right side of the chart.
- I do not primarily need delta displayed inside each candle.

### Layout 2 — Cumulative Volume Delta

Configure the built-in Order Flow Cumulative Delta indicator for NQ/MNQ and ES/MES, with suitable calculation, session-reset and display settings.

### Layout 3 — Drawing Tools

Configure easily accessible drawing tools and favourites, including rectangles and Fibonacci retracements.

Create a reusable Fibonacci template with levels including 0.5, 0.618 and 0.786. Save reusable chart templates so I can apply the setup to other charts.

### Layout 4 — DOM / Order Book

Configure NinjaTrader SuperDOM or an equivalent display to monitor bids, asks and changing displayed liquidity, using the appropriate live market data.

### Layout 5 — Historical Volume Profiles

Create a separate layout or tab showing profiles from the previous three to four trading sessions, including relevant POCs and value areas