IT Director Posts: 1378 Joined: 13 Jun 2002 | We're Hiring! Again!
Yes, we're hiring again. We're looking for a Flash developer this time to help beef up our video player (and perhaps add some new bells and whistles to our already awesome site). The best part is that you get to work for me - winner of the recent 'best boss' survey of the Themis IT department.
Sorry internationalers, this is a full-time job at our office in Durham, NC. But if you have a friend or e-buddy that might be interested, please let them know. People familiar with our sites and what we do always get bonus points.
The full text of our job posting, as seen on Craigslist, below:
Themis Group, the media company behind The Escapist and WarCry Network, is seeking an experienced Flash/Flex developer with a passion for games and gaming to join our team. We're looking for someone that is knowledgeable and flexible enough to jump in and make things happen.
Come work in a small, young company with a casual atmosphere (pants required) where you'll find interesting things to work on and interesting people to work with. Be warned, you must pick a side in the Pirate vs. Ninja debate - Pinjas are not a permitted compromise.
Job Responsibilities
Primary job duties will be the customization and maintenance of our video player, viewed by millions monthly. Other job duties may include such varied tasks as the creation of Flash-based ad units or developing flash games. As our first dedicated Flash developer, you'll also serve as a guide in determining where and how we deploy Flash on our sites.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
- A minimum of 1-5 years experience, hands-on with Flash and Flex programming (Actionscript).
- Experience integrating Flash applications with web backend systems.
- Good communications skills, and the ability to both work with a small team and handle solo projects.
- Good organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
In addition, ideal candidates will have one, many, or all of the following:
- Familiarity with Ant, and experience compiling Flex applications using it.
- Familiarity with the Prototype library.
- Experience with MMOGs, online games, and online communities.
- Experience and knowledge of current PC and console games.
- Basic familiarity with image editing programs. (Photoshop, Paintshop, Corel, GIMP)
- Solid design skills and a grasp of current web UI trends.
You will also get bonus points for possessing the following:
- Working knowledge of PHP, MySQL, and CSS.
- Ability to debate differences between Kirk and Picard without resorting to violence.
Multi-talented individuals are highly valued here - if you have additional talents outside the programming arena (writing, soldering, origami, kung-fu, ...) please mention them!
Compensation & Benefits
This position is for a full-time salaried employee at our office in Durham, NC - just outside RTP. Compensation based on knowledge and experience, with a benefits package and perks including flexible hours and a casual atmosphere.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should send a resume, including examples of previous work, to jobs@themis-group.com referencing Flash/Flex Developer in the subject.
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Gone Gonzo Posts: 3350 Joined: 3 Apr 2008 | It's a pity I am a Flash-noob.... and do not live in the US |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 2633 Joined: 30 Sep 2008 | Damn! I have no talent... |
Beat Writer Posts: 188 Joined: 15 Jun 2008 | This is unfair with the internationalers!
But then again I'm no Flash-whiz :P |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 2408 Joined: 29 Nov 2007 | Does it count if we've watched a lot of flash videos and we one time ate a waffle in Durham? Does it matter if we hate Duke? |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 2404 Joined: 20 Aug 2008 | Dammit Jim, I'm a writer, not a technician! Plus, convincing the wife to move to North Carolina would be about as easy as convincing Pat Robertson to convert to Pastafarianism. She's got a list of places she'd rather divorce me than live and the South is one of them. |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 1072 Joined: 11 Oct 2008 | Well I can do origami... Too bad I'm far far away and have about as much skill with flash as a monkey with a gun. |
Artist Posts: 177 Joined: 24 Jun 2008 | SimuLord:
Dammit Jim, I'm a writer, not a technician! Plus, convincing the wife to move to North Carolina would be about as easy as convincing Pat Robertson to convert to Pastafarianism. She's got a list of places she'd rather divorce me than live and the South is one of them.
The Raleigh/Durham area is actually quite saturated with Northerns so it's not as 'South' as she might think ;) Most of the people who work here in our Durham offices, I believe are not even originally from the area! |
Copy Clerk Posts: 58 Joined: 25 Nov 2008 | In pretty good at flash but i don`t live in The US |
Ad Production Manager Posts: 118 Joined: 16 Dec 2003 | It's true, about 80 to 85% of the company is not from North Carolina. The only thing really "Southern" about the Raleigh/Durham area is the food anyway, and I'm NOT compaining about that! |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 3410 Joined: 6 Sep 2008 | Durham, North Carolina? I'm only a state away!
Too bad my idea of flash is turning a flashlight on and off really fast. |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 1282 Joined: 18 Sep 2008 | I took enough chemistry courses to earn a phD. Does that count? |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 3664 Joined: 21 Jan 2008 | That has got to be one of the best 'wanted' ads I have seen. It's a shame that I can't use Flash... and don't live in the US... and so on. |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 1080 Joined: 11 May 2008 | Oh how I wish i have graduated, lived in NC...and didn't hate working with Flash |
Gone Gonzo Posts: 4204 Joined: 20 Dec 2007 | OMFG DO I GET A PONY BADGE?! |
Server Administrator Posts: 476 Joined: 27 Sep 2004 | ElArabDeMagnifico:
OMFG DO I GET A PONY BADGE?!
Consider it a benefit that comes with the job. ;) |
We're Hiring! Again!
Yes, we're hiring again. We're looking for a Flash developer this time to help beef up our video player (and perhaps add some new bells and whistles to our already awesome site). The best part is that you get to work for me - winner of the recent 'best boss' survey of the Themis IT department.
Sorry internationalers, this is a full-time job at our office in Durham, NC. But if you have a friend or e-buddy that might be interested, please let them know. People familiar with our sites and what we do always get bonus points.
The full text of our job posting, as seen on Craigslist, below:
Themis Group, the media company behind The Escapist and WarCry Network, is seeking an experienced Flash/Flex developer with a passion for games and gaming to join our team. We're looking for someone that is knowledgeable and flexible enough to jump in and make things happen.
Come work in a small, young company with a casual atmosphere (pants required) where you'll find interesting things to work on and interesting people to work with. Be warned, you must pick a side in the Pirate vs. Ninja debate - Pinjas are not a permitted compromise.
Job Responsibilities
Primary job duties will be the customization and maintenance of our video player, viewed by millions monthly. Other job duties may include such varied tasks as the creation of Flash-based ad units or developing flash games. As our first dedicated Flash developer, you'll also serve as a guide in determining where and how we deploy Flash on our sites.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
In addition, ideal candidates will have one, many, or all of the following:
You will also get bonus points for possessing the following:
Multi-talented individuals are highly valued here - if you have additional talents outside the programming arena (writing, soldering, origami, kung-fu, ...) please mention them!
Compensation & Benefits
This position is for a full-time salaried employee at our office in Durham, NC - just outside RTP. Compensation based on knowledge and experience, with a benefits package and perks including flexible hours and a casual atmosphere.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should send a resume, including examples of previous work, to jobs@themis-group.com referencing Flash/Flex Developer in the subject.
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