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Freelancers Wanted

We are currently looking for some kick ass freelance designers and devs to show us their skills at the Zoo. Check out our work, and get your ass into gear if you're interested.

Skills

In particular we are seeking out some talent in mobile development and designers with a strong portfolio of interactive work including game design. We are open to everyone here at the Zoo, we keep all our freelancers on file, so if you give us your details, your on our radar! 

How Long

Freelance work is generally on a project by project basis, but opportunities will exist for some short term temporary positions for large scale projects.

Passionate Web Developer

Immediate start

Contract Full-Time Permanent

We’re looking for a passionate web developer with at least 2years experience to join our team. You will be working in a fast-paced environment alongside other bright-minded employees on a number of interesting and challenging projects, spread across the full range of platforms and devices. You should possess good verbal and written communication skills and be able to work comfortably under pressure so as to meet deadlines whilst still remaining delivery focused.

 

Please only apply, if you express genuine curiosity about what is happening in the interactive industry and have a strong interest in trying new technologies and exploring innovative solutions. If you think you have what it takes, introduce yourself to us, highlight your best projects and tell us your motivations and also about those small personal projects you love.

 

The perfect candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, as well as:

 

Required Skills

  • 2+ years’ Industry experience with a strong understanding of Object Orientated Programming
  • Thorough knowledge of Java or PHP
  • Thorough knowledge of Relational Databases e.g. MySQL
  • High attention to detail
  • Strong problem solving skills and a love of technical challenges
  • Enjoy working as part of a team

 

Desired Skills

  • Experience developing for mobile (iOS, Android, mobile web browsers)
  • Experience in API’s like Facebook Graph, Twitter, YouTube and Google
  • Knowledge of HTML(5) & CSS(3)
  • Knowledge of Javascript and Javascript Libraries
  • Knowledge of Ajax

 

Salary: Negotiable

When applying:

- Please include a C.V. and ideally a link to your personal URL/portfolio

- We will accept samples of your work within your C.V., if you have no online presence for your work

 

Mobile Developer

Immediate start

Contract Full-Time Permanent

We’re looking for a passionate mobile developer with at least 1-2years experience to join our team. You will be working in a fast-paced environment alongside other bright-minded employees on a number of interesting and challenging projects, spread across the full range of platforms and devices. You should possess good verbal and written communication skills and be able to work comfortably under pressure so as to meet deadlines whilst still remaining delivery focused.

 

Please only apply, if you express genuine curiosity about what is happening in the interactive industry and have a strong interest in trying new technologies and exploring innovative solutions. If you think you have what it takes, introduce yourself to us, highlight your best projects and tell us your motivations and also about those small personal projects you love.

 

Required Skills

  • 1-2 years’ Industry experience
  • Thorough knowledge of Objective C/Java/C++
  • High attention to detail
  • Strong problem solving skills and a love of technical challenges
  • Enjoy working as part of a team

 

Desired Skills

  • Experience developing for mobile web
  • Experience in API’s like Facebook Graph, Twitter, YouTube and Google
  • Knowledge of HTML(5) & CSS(3)

Salary: Negotiable

When applying:

- Please include a C.V. and ideally a link to your personal URL/portfolio

- We will accept samples of your work within your C.V., if you have no online presence for your work

 

Placement - New Media Designer

Duration of Post
Start Date: 1st Sep 2012 - 31st Aug 2013
Description
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a variety of digital media to design and build eye-popping work. While specific responsibilities are reliant on experience, rest assured you’ll have ample opportunity to practice new skills and express your ideas in a collaborative, creative environment. 
A general understanding of (and love for) digital design is essential, so make sure you've got a solid handle on composition, animation, coding and typography. As for specific programs, you should have working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Flash, Photoshop and Illustrator. It'll also help to have an understanding of AfterEffects and 3D software. Tech speak aside, a passion for experimenting, learning and innovating is a must.
You'll be included in all phases of a project, starting with creative concepting. We'll treat you like a full-time employee, in terms of responsibilities and time invested. On the flip side, you'll work hard and will be expected to add value to our team (you’ll have fun too.) 
Typical Roles
 
Research
Idea & Visual Concept Generation
Social Media
HTML & CSS Coding of websites and email templates
General Duties as required by management
 
Position Requirements
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
The ability to liaise with other members of staff to ensure that all material is produced to the required standard and within specified timescales
Willing to learn new skills

Start Date - 1st Sep 2012 - 31 st Aug 2013

Description

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a variety of digital media to design and build eye-popping work. While specific responsibilities are reliant on experience, rest assured you’ll have ample opportunity to practice new skills and express your ideas in a collaborative, creative environment. 

A general understanding of (and love for) digital design is essential, so make sure you've got a solid handle on composition, animation, coding and typography. As for specific programs, you should have working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Flash, Photoshop and Illustrator. It'll also help to have an understanding of AfterEffects and 3D software. Tech speak aside, a passion for experimenting,

learning and innovating is a must.You'll be included in all phases of a project, starting with creative concepting. We'll treat you like a full-time employee, in terms of responsibilities and time invested. On the flip side, you'll work hard and will be expected to add value to our team (you’ll have fun too.) 

 Typical Roles

  • Research
  • Idea & Visual Concept Generation
  • Social Media
  • HTML & CSS Coding of websites and email templates
  • General Duties as required by management 

Position Requirements

  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • The ability to liaise with other members of staff to ensure that all material is produced to the required standard and within specified timescales
  • Willing to learn new skills