FLASH DESIGNER (CONTRACTOR)
Screenlife, LLC is the creator and worlds leading manufacturer of DVD games, including Scene It?ฎ, the number one selling DVD game worldwide. The company's mission is to deliver premier, socially interactive games that bring a new dimension to the way the world has fun. A leader in entertainment licensing, Screenlife has established thousands of partnerships with major Hollywood studios, sports leagues, and recording labels, as well as actors, athletes, and musicians. For more information about Scene It?ฎ and other Screenlife games, visit www.screenlifegames.com
SUMMARY
The Flash Designer works together with Creative, Programming and Marketing to execute on the brand vision. The objective is to expand our global audience and customer engagement utilizing SEO, social media, online communities, blogs, outbound/inbound links, downloadable content, CMS, and ecommerce solutions.
This role bridges the business requirements, creative, and technical aspects of the project delivery.The Flash Designer is the force behind development and implementation of user-experience designs according to creative and art direction established by the Director of Creative Services and Marketing.
The Designer must be able to collaborate to create results that blend their own creative abilities and ideas within prescribed guidelines and branding standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with the Creative Director to define engaging and user centric experiences
Create and design images and graphics for website using Adobe CS3 CS4 suite
Help establish work flow and processes to maintain strict schedules
Maintain product consistency from both functional and design perspectives
Collaborate with the QA team to develop and execute test plan to ensure high quality delivery of the implemented features before releasing them to customers
Shift between business, creative, and technical development focus depending on the project need and/or the type of project
Rapidly produce interim deliverables (wireframes, prototypes, proofs of concept, etc.) in addition to the final live site or application
Take initiative to research and learn emerging technologies
Create design prototypes including graphic design, site navigation, and layout of content for website
Translate marketing or informational content into a functional website
Create engaging user experiences
Work well as a team member
Facilitate and negotiate business/technical decisions
Maintain a high level of attention to detail
Apply knowledge of development methodologies, life cycles, and best practices
Determine all coding requirements for site creation including ecommerce capability, forms, and specialized scripts
Create templates of approved website layout
Coordinate with programmers for specialized scripts
Perform maintenance and updates to existing websites when requested
Submit completed site to search engines
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in related field such as Technical Communications, Cognitive Science, or Computer Science
3 5 years experience developing consumer focused interactive products
DESIRED SKILLS
Expertise in design software )Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, After Effects)
Hands on experience in HRML, SCC, AJAX, and related technologies
3D illustration / animation a plus
Superior knowledge of and understanding of Flash, After Effects and streaming media technologies with a pulse on current and emerging trends
Excellent written communication and presentation skills
Experience in client focused and delivery environments
Advanced Visio, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks across multiple projects
Strong knowledge of latest application development technology and development environments : D/X/HTML, Java, JavaScript, CSS, Flash, JSP, and PHP
Some experience with XML, XSLT, DTD
Knowledge and demonstrated experience with cross-browser and cross-platform issues (IE, Firefox, Safari, etc)
Extensive experience working on Mac platform with proficiency on both Mac and PC
Solid understanding of client deliverables and the ability to take responsibility for them
Demonstrated success in the design, integration, and delivery of projects on time and within budget
Superior level of design and layout
Positive attitude
Familiarity and desire to work within an agile (scrum, etc) development environment
Outstanding communication skills and ability to work well with others.
Interest in developing entertaining, interactive games
Works well under pressure and deadlines on multiple projects
Game / entertainment industry experience preferred
To apply for this contract position, please send your resume to recruiting@screenlifegames.com. Candidates must be willing to submit to a background investigation. Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. No agencies please. Screenlife LLC is an EEO/AA Employer.
- Location: Seattle / Pioneer Square
- Compensation: Direct contract - hourly rate TBD based on experience.
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