Nerd-Jobs.com Update

As of today, April 5th, Nerd-Jobs.com will no longer be posting job listings on a regular basis. I am the sole contributor to the site (aside from a friend I hired to help keep the listings flowing), and I can no longer afford to spend time finding listings and hiring help.

Instead, look for weekly posts that focus on individual nerd jobs, how to find them, and how to get them will become a regular staple of the site.

Look for a new post every Wednesday!

To easily follow the site as it grows and changes, follow us on Twitter or Facebook.

823
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Blog, Comic Book Jobs, Creative Jobs, Internships, Misc Jobs, Penny Jobs, Telecommute, Video Game Jobs, Writing Jobs | Leave a comment

Games Industry Topic Writer

Location: Telecommute
Contact: Apply Here

About.com is looking for a writer with extensive knowledge of the Games Industry. From adapting games to various platforms to the latest trends in games design, marketing and technology, the Games Industry Topic Guide would provide resources and information to Games Industry professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate will be able to write content that helps anyone associated with the Games Industry. He or she should be an excellent writer with a solid command of grammar and a familiarity with HTML and writing for the Web. He or she also will be able to create engaging content that is reader-friendly but places a focus on keyword-rich writing for SEO.

PRIMARY AUDIENCE:

games designers, games integrators, games marketers

TOPICS TO COVER:

Sample Outline (intended to be used as guidance but not mandatory usage for the final site – we will rely on the Guide’s expertise to flesh out the topics as necessary):

1. Games Design
A. Storytelling
B. Features
C. Techniques

2. Consoles
A. Nintendo
B. Playstation
C. Xbox
D. Wii
E. PC
F. Mobile

3. Trends
A. Social Gaming
B. Virtual
C. News

4. Resources
A. Glossary
B. Job board

Each piece of content should be well formatted: try to avoid multiple-page articles and use bolded subheadings and bullets to break up content. Also, avoid long blocks of text, which are difficult to read on the Internet.

 

820
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Telecommute, Video Game Jobs, Writing Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

3DS Max Video Game Character Animator

Location: Telecommute
Contact: internship@six3six.com

We are Six3six Studios, we are an entertainment software developer dedicated to delivering high quality entertainment to the consumer. We are actively developing games for all platforms and across multiple genres. Our passion for game development helps us create unique gaming experiences that everyone can enjoy.

We are seeking out new talent to join our development team. We are looking for a 3d animator. Must have strong animation experience, with 3DS Max and the biped system. No 3d modeling skills are needed, this position is solely animation. The models will already be modeled out, textured, and rigged ready to be animated.

Needed Skills:
- Humanoid Character Animation Experience
- 3DS Max Character Studio
- Being able to work with a team
- Excellent telecommunication skills are a must.
- Complex Model Animation Experience is a plus

Please reply or email internship@six3six.com with resume and portfolio

812
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Telecommute, Video Game Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

Fun Mobile Video Startup needs Mobile UI Designer

Location: Telecommute
Contact: bbv2b-2921815379@job.craigslist.org

Hi! We’re BIGSHO and we’re building the next YouTube, except it’s a game.
Founder is a TechStars alumn & founder of Brightkite (acquired 2009)

We are an EvoNexus vetted/incubated company located in Downtown’s sweetest loft-style office space
http://www.xconomy.com/san-diego/2012/02/01/san-diegos-new-downtown-incubator-opens-doors-to-internet-startups/
- Lots of light, custom furniture, cool people.
- Free beer flows next to the pool table, ping-pong table and patio
- Highly collaborative environment filled with San Diego’s brightest software
and business minds
- Fun, young and intense work environment

We’re aiming BIG
- Social video is the next big disruptor
- We are re-inventing entertainment from the ground up
- No one else is building this (yet)
- We have access to tech’s big influencers
- If we get traction, then get ready for a wild ride

7 Seconds is our “social experiment” app and is live in the App Store
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/7seconds/id496335492
- 600 users and hundreds of videos created

Option to work remotely 80% of the time
-Get together once/week in-person (sometimes more)

About YOU:

Located in/near San Diego
-Close enough that you can drive in once/week

Interested in an INTERNSHIP where you can expand your portfolio by working on cutting-edge UI and Video
- Mobile Social Interface
- Entertainment / Media Consumption Interface
- Game Mechanics and UX
- Creating “Best Of” Videos by using pre-existing user-submitted clips + original sequences
- If it works out we’ll transition you to salaried employment, post-funding

Have a minimum of 10hrs per week to give

- Are in school or recently graduated
- Looking to add mobile, video, and games experience to your portfolio
- Good communicator (Collaboration is good)
- Interested in eventually becoming a Senior UI Designer ($70k+ Salary)
- Entrepreneur at heart (You accept that only you control your own destiny)
- Like using social media (You think you know why women love Pinterest)
- Creative mind (lots of ideas whether good or bad)
- Work-hard / play-hard ethic (Otherwise, what’s the point)
- Perform well under pressure (Game On!)

Your skills (or subset of these)
- Photoshop Expert
- Understand wireframing
- Interested in UI / UX
- Interested in Final Cut Pro or After Effects

A plus if you
- Have experience building games
- Experience building UI Design for Mobile Apps
- Experience building UI Design for Web (Browser) based Applications
- Experience making & editing videos

Send your resume and any examples of your work you have online
- We look forward to hearing from you!!

808
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Misc Jobs, Telecommute, Video Game Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

3D Studio Max

Location: Telecommute
Contact: jkgcb-2923349103@job.craigslist.org

We need people who know AutoDESK 3D Studio Max Products inside and out.

You can work from home. We are looking for someone who knows any of the 3d max below enough to teach. You dont have to be a teacher just know the program and we will set you up with an outline. It’s really easy and you can make good money.

Please contact stacy 951.230.1842

Autodesk® 3ds Max® modeling, animation, rendering, and compositing software comes in two versions: Autodesk 3ds Max for game developers, visual effects artists, and graphic designers working on games, film, and television content, and Autodesk 3ds Max Design for architects, designers, civil engineers, and visualization specialists.

806
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in All Jobs, Misc Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

Ruby on Rails Developer

Location: Telecommute
Contact: 9dghw-2922862866@job.craigslist.org

Ruby on Rails Developer

Company: Sleepy Giant – www.sleepygiant.com
Location: 641 W Lake St Chicago, IL 60661 or Telecommute

The Company:
Sleepy Giant runs persistent online games and communities of all sizes. We specialize in working with game studios to get their games to market, through a blend of strategic planning, smart design, cutting edge technologies, rock solid operations and real-time marketing. Our team takes an analytical approach to games; matching and supporting our creative counterparts at development studios. Some of the partners we work with include Activision, Disney, SeaWorld and THQ.

The Role:
* You’ll be involved and contribute to game platforms from dev to deployment.
* You’ll have the chance to architect and implement new components – including requirements gathering and documentation, re-factor or optimize components and more.
* Interact with clients – discuss technical issues, address questions and concerns they may have.

Our Ideal Candidate Is:
* A software developer who’s worked on at least 1 Ruby on Rails application in a professional setting, and is anxious to dig into game platform development.
* Looking for a role where you can come in prove yourself and move up in the ranks.
* Loves games and want a chance to be involved from platform dev to deploy.

In summary: You’re looking for more Ruby experience to bolster your skills. You’re looking for a chance to move in and move up. You own your projects and not only manage but understand the ins and outs of them from step A to step Z – you’re self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized.

You Can Look Forward To:
* Our team is talented and small – your contribution will matter.
* Growth opportunities. The company plans on growing quickly. As we grow, there will be advancement opportunities for management, software architecture, etc.
* Great perks! We are committed to our team’s high quality of life, including an excellent benefits package:
- full medical, dental, vision. benefits
- 401K
- stock option plan in the works!
- fully stocked pantry and bagels monday
- Paid vacations days

Notes:
* This is a full time on- site position located at our headquarters in Newport Beach, CA or at our office in Chicago, IL. OR If you want to work from home we’re willing to hire you as contracter and you can telecommute :)
* Sleepy Giant is unable to sponsor or transfer work visas at this time.

How To Apply:
* Captain Recruiter will be the first point of contact.
* All applications receive a response.
* All applications are kept strictly confidential.
* To apply, click here.

746
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Misc Jobs, Telecommute, Video Game Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

CGI Visual Artist Wanted

Location: Telecommute
Contact: tedlowery at gmail.com

Looking for a visual artist to join together with an iPad game developer to create some awesome games. I have some ideas, and the skills to develop the game. What I lack is any artistic ability. So I’m looking for someone experienced with developing computer graphics to join together. This is not a full time job, I’m just looking for someone to work with part time. Any titles we develop will be sold on the App Store, splitting the profits.

Requirements:
You should be a gamer. You should understand how visual eye candy contributes to the overall success of the game. Prefer that you have created graphics and animations using computer graphics tools, although paper drawn graphics might make for an interesting game concept. And bonus points if you have worked on other games, either professionally or just indie.

Feel free to contact me at tedlowery at gmail.com if you are interested.

814
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in All Jobs, Telecommute, Video Game Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

Passionate Game Guide Writers

Location: Telecommute
Contact: Apply Here

I am looking for enthusiastic individuals to write an extensive guide about TERA Online or The Exiled Realm of Arborea.

Target Audience: Please assume that the reader is familiar with the game manual and the content found on the official site. Please use American English throughout the guide.

Specifications: About 25,000 – 30,000 words of descriptions, information, tips, and expert advice, strategies to aid gamers in their game play.

Guide Requirements:
- Effective leveling strategies from 1-10, 11-20, 21-30, etc.
- Proven currency earning methods.
- Tactics for high-level play, PvP, PvE and difficult battles
- Skill analysis and talent builds; recommending what builds for what boss battles, environments, etc.
- Equipment based on 10 level intervals
- Instances
- Class Overview
- Glyphs; how to use glyphs
- PvP, PvE and PvPvE

Terms & Conditions:
- Independent and responsible writer
- One project lasts 4 weeks
- Possible updates to the guide provides additional earnings to you depending on the quality and quantity

Job Requirements:
- Know TERA
- Ability to perform thorough research
- Excellent writing which is able to convey the information to the reader effectively
- Respect deadlines
- Highly disciplined

804
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Telecommute, Video Game Jobs, Writing Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

Video Game Website Designer

Location: Telecommute
Contact: Apply Here

I will need a very unique design of a website for video gamers. key needs:

  • custom pages
  • video game ladders
  • double elimination tournaments
  • payments through paypal
  • interact with facebook,youtube,twitter.
  • social network.
800
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Misc Jobs, Telecommute, Video Game Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment

Professor of Interactive Game Design

Location: Savannah, GA
Contact: Apply Here

SCAD Savannah seeks candidates for a full-time faculty position in the School of Film, Digital Media and Performing Arts teaching game development. Qualified candidates should have the terminal degree or its equivalent in game development or a related field. A strong portfolio that reflects a high degree of knowledge in game programming and/or game art and design is required. Candidates should have a minimum of three years experience in the game industry and should be able to teach courses in game design, game art and content creation, game programming, as well the overall game development process. These include production of 2D/3D game art assets, game design theory, environment and level design, game scripting, basic game systems programming, and game prototyping. Candidates should be familiar with the historical evolution of games. Ideal candidates should be familiar with developing games on 2-3 platforms, including consoles, PC, mobile and social networking games. Candidates should be familiar with the game development life cycle and methodologies such as agile development. Familiarity with game prototyping tools, game engines and the ability to write scripts within these engines is desirable.  Experience with C++, C#, and ActionScript is preferred.  Experience with one or more shipping game titles is preferred. Experience developing elearning courses and/or teaching in an online format is desirable.

796
Thanks!
An error occurred!
Posted in Video Game Jobs | Tagged | Leave a comment