At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop an interactive web-based game for trade shows.
- Company: Join Twine, a leading freelance marketplace connecting creatives with top companies.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, competitive pay, and the chance to showcase your skills.
- Other info: Work on exciting projects with excellent opportunities for growth and creativity.
- Why this job: Create engaging experiences that educate and entertain while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in web game development and strong skills in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
This role involves designing and developing an interactive, web-based game for use at trade shows, focused on educating visitors about load management in an engaging and accessible way. The game, 'Peak Shaver – Save the Grid!', will allow players to act as energy managers, aiming to prevent load peaks from multiple energy consumers within a short, timed session. The ideal candidate or team will deliver a seamless, touchscreen-optimized experience that encourages user participation and lead generation, while ensuring the platform is robust, fast-loading, and easy to update.
Responsibilities
- Develop a web-based game optimized for touchscreen devices and trade show environments
- Implement real-time load visualization and intuitive controls for a 30–45 second gameplay session
- Provide instant feedback and scoring based on player performance
- Integrate a post-game registration system for leaderboard participation and lead collection
- Ensure offline capability, fast loading times, and local highscore storage
- Enable export functions for collected leads and facilitate easy content updates
- Collaborate on integrating provided branding materials and maintaining a simple, user-friendly interface
Skills And Requirements
- Proven experience in web game development, preferably for events or educational purposes
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3; experience with game frameworks such as Phaser or similar is highly desirable
- Ability to design intuitive touchscreen interfaces and real-time data visualizations
- Experience implementing offline functionality and local data storage
- Familiarity with user registration flows and secure data handling for lead generation
- Strong attention to performance optimization and fast loading
- Ability to work with provided branding assets and adapt content as needed
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a pragmatic, creative approach to interactive design
- Availability for project-based, contract work with timely delivery
Game Developer – Remote employer: Twine
Twine is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, perfect for creative professionals passionate about sports media. Located in Melbourne, this hybrid role offers flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team while developing your skills in content creation and social media strategy. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to empowering creators, Twine provides a unique environment where your contributions can make a meaningful impact.
