Looking for Junior HTML5 developer in NYC for 6 month contract

[Joseph.Robinson]

Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, the landmark television program that reaches millions of children every day in more than 150 countries. The Workshop’s mission is to use the educational power of media to help children everywhere reach their highest potential. Delivered through a variety of platforms, Sesame Workshop develops research-based content – including television programs, books, games, mobile apps and community engagement initiatives – that supports early childhood learning, helps prepare children for school, and addresses developmental needs. The Workshop’s programs are tailored to the needs of specific regions and focus on topics that help young children and families develop critical skills for lifelong learning. For more information, visit us at www.sesameworkshop.org.

 

 

We are looking for a Junior HTML5 Game Developer that should have the following:

 

 

Junior HTML5 Game Developer:

The Game Developer  will provide a pivotal position within the Technical Team. The main function of this position is to support the Workshop in all facets of game development and strategic planning.  The position requires experience in both game development and technical roles. This position will report to the Technical Director and work closely with the QA team. This will be a contracted position and must be based in New York, NY as you will be expected to be in the office Monday through Friday.

Required Skills:

Development:

• Ability to write cross-browser & cross platform compatible HTML5 games

• Ability to convert flash games to HTML5

• iPhone/Mobile/App development a plus

• Conduct code reviews from vendors

Management:

• Ability to provide direction through leadership

• Strong willingness to learn

• Team player and good listener

• Creative problem solver

Responsibilities:

• Work as part of the Technical Team to help improve and increase our body of HTML5 Games

• Manage the Games Archive

• Contribute to Technical Games Strategy

• Work with Producers and the QA team to test builds in testing environments

• Troubleshoot client and consumer reported issues

 

[dev]

Sounds like a great job! The amount of thought and research behind Sesame's content has always been fascinating to follow. On that note, this is a fun watch for anyone who's interested: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aehZHKLeKKk

 

Anyway, I'm not NY based. I ought to consider marrying my girlfriend for an American passport haha.