DigiPen Institute of Technology: 2D Game Development Course Content Creator (PT)

2D Animator is needed in Redmond, United States.

Client: DigiPen Institute of Technology

Location: Redmond, United States

Contract: Temporary, Part Time

About DigiPen Institute of Technology

Located in Redmond, Washington, DigiPen Institute of Technology is a small college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, Computer Engineering, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master’s degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. DigiPen Institute of Technology has been ranked one of the top 5 game design schools in the country by the Princeton Review for more than a decade. To learn more, visit: https://www.digipen.edu/.

DigiPen also provides learning opportunities for secondary-level students to learn, create, collaborate, and experience the digital world through curricula and instructors that meet DigiPen’s stringent requirements.

Job Title: 2D Game Development Course Content Creator

• Reports to: Samir Abou Samra

Responsibilities:

• Develop and update engaging content for 2D game development from the engineering, art, and design perspectives.
• Tailor the content for apprentices aged between 12 and 18.
• Teach the principles of 2D game development, including creating a game framework for various types of games such as pong, brix, scrolling platformer, RPG, shooter, etc.
• Provide remote support to apprentices and address their questions.

Qualifications:

• Good in educational content development.
• Good understanding of game development principles and techniques.
• Proficient in at least two of the following: JavaScript, MS Paint, Piskel, Photoshop, and a project management tool to create and manage the course content.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Upon accepting an offer of employment with DigiPen Institute of Technology, prospective employees will receive an invitation for a required background check and 5-panel, non-THC drug screen as a part of the hiring process.

Salary:

$25 - $35 per hourSchedule:

Part-time temporary, with a 2-month production approximately 20 hours/week period followed by an 8-month support period approximately 5 hours/week.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and academic freedom are priorities of DigiPen Institute of Technology, as DigiPen endorses the goals of affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. The Institute’s intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff, attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, veteran status, nationality, culture, religion, and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position.