UI/UX Web Game Developer


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Post Date: November 19, 2012
Close Date: December 5, 2012
Employment Type: Full Time Contract

Company Profile

Robin Hood Web Services, a Division of Robin Hood Technology, http://www.robinhoodtech.com , is a web development company that specializes in web-site design, strategy, consulting and programming.  One of the current projects is a massive multiplayer online game (MMOG) WorldAlpha, http://www.worldalpha.com   We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated UI/UX Web Game Developer to manage UI and UX for this project.

The position is a full-time contract for 2 months, with the possibility of long-term employment. Applicants must be within commuting distance of Milton, Ontario and are expected to work at our office at least 2 times a week.

Responsibilities

  • Create wireframes, web pages, and other design documentation using HTML, CSS, Photoshop & Illustrator
  • Establishing UI/UX for the overall gameplay of WorldAlpha
  • Developing new designs and updating current UI/UX for game
  • Design thoughtful user experiences and great looking product UI based on requirements
  • Creation of original 2D icons
  • Collaborate and share ideas and concepts as a strategic member of our dynamic team 

Required Experience

  • Have a diverse design portfolio with 8 strong pieces (must provide online portfolio in resume)
  • Ability to communicate visually, and to identify and define visual design issues and solutions
  • Passionate about games and virtual worlds
  • Ability to work with a high degree of self-direction and motivation
  • Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and ask for help
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Fluent in English
  • Be able to allocate 30 to 40 hours/week of focused time
  • Ability to commute to Milton at least 3 times per week
  • Bachelor’s degree in a computer or art-related discipline is preferred

Required Technical Experience (3+ years practical experience)

Must Have:

  • 3+ years practical Web UI/UX design experience
  • 1+ years of game UI/UX design experience
  • HTML 4/5
  • CSS 2/3
  • JavaScript
  • AJAX
  • jQuery
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator

Suggested:

  • Video Editing & Trailer Creation
  • Animation

Submissions

Please submit resumes to Michael Koehler.  Be sure to include with all applications;

  1. An online portfolio of at least 8 pieces including at least 2 game projects you have worked on within the last 3 years (include links)
  2. A list of games you are currently playing
  3. City in which you currently live
  4. Subject line of “UI/UX Web Game Developer”

 

p. 519-573-6172

www.robinhoodweb.com

www.worldalpha.com

e. jobs (at) worldalpha.com


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