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Marketing Data Analyst (Intern)

Large Animal is looking for a Marketing Data Analyst intern to join our team! You’ll provide sanalytic support for our user acquisition program; you'll collaborate on everything from creative development to analysis of results to partnering with new partners for traffic. We're looking for people who are excited about creating the best social games available and we are interested in developing high quality casual and multi player games.

Your responsibilities would include:

Assist in the development of an aggressive outreach strategy to launch and feed our games
Pursue and test new sources of traffic
Provide customer analysis and modeling to improve usage, revenue and customer satisfaction & loyalty
Customer Modeling: customer segmentation, statistic analysis, data quality improvement algorithm, propensity models (buyers, churn prediction)
Participate in the full life-cycle of analytic data, from requirements through to implementation and maintenance

The requirements for this position are:

Data Analysis experience
Knowledge of social networks, SEM and Facebook marketing - the landscape, tools, techniques, terminology, etc.
Creative and analytic chops
Familiarity with Google Analytics
Experience managing an advertising budget
Database knowledge preferred
Academic Statistical background preferred
Passion for social media and gaming
Open for feedback and enjoys working in a fast paced, constantly iterating environment
Collaborative and consensus driven approach

Marketing Data Analyst (Senior)

Large Animal is looking for an experienced, innovative Marketing Data Analyst to join our team! You’ll provide strategic leadership, tactical execution, and analytic support for our user acquisition program; you'll spearhead everything from creative development to deep analysis of results to partnering with new partners for traffic. This position offers plenty of room for growth and advancement. We're looking for people who are excited about creating the best social games available and we are committed to developing high quality casual and multi player games.

Your responsibilities would include:

Craft an aggressive outreach strategy to launch and feed our games
Target and maximize media buys within social networks as well as other relevant web destinations
Aggressively pursue and test new sources of traffic
Provide in-depth customer analysis and modeling to improve usage, revenue and customer satisfaction & loyalty
Customer Modeling: customer segmentation, statistic analysis, data quality improvement algorithm, propensity models (buyers, churn prediction)
Participate in the full life-cycle of analytic data, from requirements through to implementation and maintenance

The requirements for this position are:

Strong Data Analysis experience at an outstanding online company in a fast-paced data-rich environment such as Telecom, Gambling, Finance or eCommerce
In-depth knowledge of social networks, SEM and Facebook marketing - the landscape, tools, techniques, terminology, etc.
Deep creative and analytic chops
Familiarity with Google Analytics
Significant experience crafting large-scale programs and managing a monthly online advertising budget, ideally for a consumer internet play
Database knowledge preferred
Academic Statistical background preferred
Management experience: prowess motivating a team to produce results
Passion for social media and gaming
Open for feedback and enjoys working in a fast paced, constantly iterating environment
Collaborative and consensus driven approach
BA/BS degree

Artist

We're looking for an experienced designer to help us conceptualize and develop social network games. Our teams are small, communicative and require leadership from every person.

In a nutshell, we are looking for a superstar who wants to create fun, intuitive, rock-solid, online applications that will be played by millions.

You should love every aspect of creating compelling and functional interactive experiences. You are a dedicated design nerd and actively seek inspiration. You want to hug every play tester who gets confused because he/she helped you get a little closer to an effective solution. You find the joy in creating schedules and production pipelines because they’ll help you design more effectively. You cheerfully consume feedback because it’s makes you a better designer. Your reckless, untamed designer’s spirit is made stronger by your incredible organization, appreciation for teamwork and awareness of the market. You are capable of taking the lead but you know that great ideas come from everyone.

Responsibilities:

Work with a Lead artist and other team members to create the best possible user experiences
Working to achieve the creative vision within time restraints and technical limitations
Develop and maintain art schedules
Effectively communicate production status and issues at the appropriate times
Must be proactive in pushing current technologies and identifying potential production issues

Skills/Qualifications:

Demonstrable expertise with current industry standard art production tools including Photoshop, Flash MX, Illustrator, and Excel (yes, MS Excel)
Familiarity the 3d Studio Max and Maya
Leadership and organization skills
Ability to communicate and work with other disciplines
Capacity to take direction effectively
Ability to contribute to production both artistically and technically
An impeccable design sense, experience working with online media, and a strong interest in games and online community-building are prerequisites.
Passion for making and playing games
Strong art conceptual skills

Requirements:

1 year minimum experience in interactive design or game development
BFA or equivalent
Exposure to both 2D and 3D production lines
Experience with asset management tools a plus
Sense of humor a must

We’re seeking self-motivated candidates who are looking for a place to settle in and grow with us. Our office is relaxed and fun but we are all dedicated to producing the best games possible so we take our work, and play, seriously. You should also be willing to work with us at our office in Manhattan.

Server Engineer

We're looking for server engineers hungry to create games that connect people through entertainment. You'll be working on implementing features for specific games and enhancing our in-house cross social network platform along the way. You'll need to think creatively, be able to provide efficient solutions to programming challenges and communicate technical issues in a non-technical way.

Skills:

A thorough knowledge of the LAMP stack (php is the "p" in our stack).
Experience with one or more of: php, python, perl, java.
Knowledge of: html, css, javascript, .
Experience programming database intensive applications.
Experience developing client/server applictions.
Experience with web services (REST, JSON, XMLRPC, SOAP) is a plus.
Experience with AS3, Java, C, or C++ is a plus.

We are looking for folks to work on a full-time basis at our HQ in New York City. Want to create enterprise quality code that actually makes people happier? You’ve come to the right place.

Flash Game Programmer

We’re seeking a flash programmer to help us develop new online games and game communities. We need someone who can execute quickly on prototypes and smaller projects, as well as plan and execute on large online applications that will include multiplayer games and community features. Want to create fun, intuitive, rock-solid, online games that will be played by millions? Then you’ve come to the right place.

Requirements:

3+ years experience with Flash Actionscript (AS2 and AS3).
A rock-solid understanding of Object Oriented Programming practices.
Experience working with flash remoting technologies, particular AMFPHP.
Experience with PHP and Javascript is a plus.
Experience with Drupal is a plus.

We need someone who can not only plan, but can communicate clearly with both designers and other coders. We believe that a great programmer is someone who excels at defining problems, as well as solving them.

Producer (Intern)

Large Animal Games is in search of Producer Interns to manage the design and development of high quality, innovative, social games. The right candidate will possess a knack for creating fun, amazing powers of organization, phenomenal attention to detail, an even temper, and a passion for games of all sorts.

You will be responsible for helping an incredibly dedicated team of programmers, artists, and testers to create fun, high quality games that will be played by millions. Your duties will include; budgeting projects, identifying the appropriate internal/external development resources, managing the QA process, and preparing the product to be released to the general public. You will work closely with our crack team of programmers, artists, sound designers, and testers, as well as members of the executive team.

Responsibilities:

Create and/or review game concepts and designs and provide direction with respect to all aspects of production, including game play, UI, client/server considerations, performance, difficulty level, and file size constraints
Assist the management of projects from product conception and design through development and launch for downloadable and online games
Assist in the management of production schedules to ensure agreed upon milestones are delivered on time, design documents are kept current, and budgets are maintained
Develop post launch materials, including product descriptions, screen shots, banner ads, FAQs, and dedicated web pages
Manage distribution of games on other web sites taking into account different art, installer, and wrapper requirements
Maintain ongoing updates and releases of existing products
Evangelize game with internal staff and external partners
Assist in the post-launch efforts to bring products to multiple platforms such as mobile, international, and retail
Understand and contribute to overall company goals, as well as sales and marketing requirements

Requirements:

Strong understanding of Game Mechanics and Dynamics
Interest in game design
Ability to manage effectively across organization including onsite staff, remote employees, contractors, and international development resources
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Outstanding organizational and project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, and keeping projects on track
Super-human attention to detail
Understanding of how to manage across different disciplines with differing goals and aggressive deadlines
An entrepreneurial thinker, who can think big and focus on the details at the same time
Ability to work effectively in both individual and team settings
Famiiliarity with Photoshop, Illustrator and/or other drawing software
The knowledge to evaluate feasibility of design documents and tradeoffs when considering implementation plans
Minimum 4-year college degree (graduate work a plus)
Demonstrated success in management of creative endeavors
Passionate and enthusiastic about 2D and 3D video games in a wide variety of genres
A desire to work with other creative people who love what they do

Game Designer (Intern)

Large Animal is looking for an eager, innovative Game Design intern to join our team! We're looking for people who are excited about creating the best social games available. Qualified candidates will have experience on console and/or PC games and are fluent in game design practices and overall game development. This person will work on multiple titles throughout their lifecycle, from concept to live development. We are committed to developing high quality casual and multi player games.

What we're looking for someone with:

A knowledge of game mechanics across a variety of genres
Familiarity with math and formulas in a game environment
An ability to design a game from beginning to end
A knowledge of casual or multiplayer/online games
Knowledge of traditional board game, card game, or dice game design
Knowledge of game balancing and pacing
A level of comfort and skill with Excel/spreadsheets
Familiarity with user experience/community management
The personality to handle responsibility, collaborate and excel in small team environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication; ability to sell production staff on a vision
The desire and aptitude to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing, fast-paced creative environment

What you'll do:

Pitch new ideas to the team
Tune and model complex systems using Excel
Write copy and narrative elements of games
Analyze user feedback and metrics, and adjust game designs accordingly
Work with developers and artists to oversee the implementation of new features and systems
Stay abreast of game design literature and best practices and evangelize those within the company
Contribute to the strategic planning and design for new gaming projects
Work with the production team throughout the development & lifecycle of a game
Observe & analyze user testing, and recommend design solutions
Understand and contribute to the company's vision and goals
Work with other team members to accomplish launch and marketing efforts

Game Designer

Large Animal is looking for an experienced, innovative Game Designer to join our team! We're looking for people who are excited about creating the best social games available. Qualified candidates will have experience on console and/or PC games and are fluent in game design practices and overall game development. This person will work on multiple titles throughout their lifecycle, from concept to live development. We are committed to developing high quality casual and multi player games.

What we're looking for someone with:

5 years of design experience in the gaming Industry
At least two shipped games under their belt
A thorough knowledge of game mechanics across a variety of genres
Expertise with math and formulas in a game environment
An ability to design a game from beginning to end
In-depth knowledge of casual or multiplayer/online games
Experience or knowledge of traditional board game, card game, or dice game design
Strong knowledge of game balancing and pacing
A high level of comfort and skill with Excel/spreadsheets
Familiarity with user experience/community management
The personality to handle responsibility, collaborate and excel in small team environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication; ability to sell production staff on a vision
The desire and aptitude to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing, fast-paced creative environment

What you'll do:

Pitch new ideas to the team
Tune and model complex systems using Excel
Write copy and narrative elements of games
Analyze user feedback and metrics, and adjust game designs accordingly
Work with developers and artists to oversee the implementation of new features and systems
Stay abreast of game design literature and best practices and evangelize those within the company
Contribute to the strategic planning and design for new gaming projects
Work with the production team throughout the development & lifecycle of a game
Observe & analyze user testing, and recommend design solutions
Understand and contribute to the company's vision and goals
Work with other team members to accomplish launch and marketing efforts

Producer

Large Animal Games is in search of a Game Producer to manage the design and development of high quality, innovative, online and downloadable games for the casual market. The right candidate will possess a knack for creating fun, amazing powers of organization, phenomenal attention to detail, an even temper, and a passion for games of all sorts.

Responsibilities:

Create and/or review game concepts and designs and provide direction with respect to all aspects of production, including game play, UI, client/server considerations, performance, difficulty level, and file size constraints
Manage projects from product conception and design through development and launch for downloadable and online games
Identify resources and negotiate contracts with programmers, artists, sound designers, and testers to develop the games
Manage production schedules to ensure agreed upon milestones are delivered on time, design documents are kept current, and budgets are maintained
Develop post launch materials, including product descriptions, screen shots, banner ads, FAQs, and dedicated web pages
Manage distribution of games on other web sites taking into account different art, installer, and wrapper requirements
Maintain ongoing updates and releases of existing products
Evangelize game with internal staff and external partners
Build strong relationships with industry licensors and distribution partners
Lead post-launch efforts to bring products to multiple platforms such as mobile, international, and retail
Understand and contribute to overall company goals, as well as sales and marketing requirements

Requirements:

Strong understanding of Game Mechanics and Dynamics
Experience in game design
Ability to manage effectively across organization including onsite staff, remote employees, contractors, and international development resources
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Outstanding organizational and project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, and keeping projects on track
Super-human attention to detail
Strong understanding of how to manage across different disciplines with differing goals and aggressive deadlines
An entrepreneurial thinker, who can think big and focus on the details at the same time
Ability to work effectively in both individual and team settings
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator and/or other drawing software
Prior experience in producing games, preferably downloadable online games
Strong technical knowledge to evaluate feasibility of design documents and tradeoffs when considering implementation plans
Minimum 4-year college degree (graduate work a plus)
Demonstrated success in management of creative endeavors
Passionate and enthusiastic about 2D and 3D video games in a wide variety of genres
A desire to work with other creative people who love what they do

About Us:

Large Animal Games makes high quality, award-winning, puzzle, action, and strategy games for the PC and Mac. We are a small company with a relaxed yet professional work environment that fosters innovation, quality, and team play. We offer competitive salaries and a complete benefits package. Our office is in a great loft space with lots of sunshine!

Art (Intern)

We're looking for art/design interns to help us develop and maintain content for Flash-based social network games. You can see our games Bumper Stars, Lucky Strike Lanes and Bananagrams on Facebook and MySpace. Responsibilities will include planning and designing user-experience, developing look and feel, creating illustrated game assets, optimizing assets, and deep collaboration with teammates. Every project is different and requires versatility and a desire to learn new techniques, tools and processes.

Most of our interns suffer brief culture shock because we treat them like professionals and expect them to make significant contributions to our projects. Expect to learn more than you have in any class or any other internship.

Skills/Qualifications:

You MUST have experience with Photoshop and Flash. If do not have expertise in these programs please do not respond.
You should be, or aspire to be, a kick-ass visual designer.
You have an impeccable design sense, experience working with online media, and a strong interest in games are prerequisites.
Illustration skills aren’t necessary but they are a huge plus.
We’re seeking self-motivated candidates who are looking for a place to develop real-world experience as a visual designer.

We use internships as a way to test out potential contractors or full-time employees. We pay a daily travel/meal stipend, or a day rate, based on experience level. Minimum number of hours per week is 24, in blocks of at least 4 hours at a time.

Artist (Senior)

We're looking for a very experienced designer to help us conceptualize and develop social network games. Our teams are small, communicative and require leadership from every person.

In a nutshell, we are looking for a superstar who wants to create fun, intuitive, rock-solid, online applications that will be played by millions.

Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor art team to create the best possible user experiences
Working to achieve the creative vision within time restraints and technical limitations
Develop and maintain art schedules
Effectively communicate production status and issues at the appropriate times
Must be proactive in pushing current technologies and identifying potential production issues

Skills/Qualifications:

Demonstrable mastery of current industry standard art production tools including Photoshop, Flash MX, Illustrator, and Excel (yes, MS Excel)
Familiarity the 3d Studio Max and Maya
Leadership and organization skills
Ability to communicate and work with other disciplines
Capacity to take and give direction effectively
Ability to contribute to production both artistically and technically
An impeccable design sense, experience working with online media, and a strong interest in games and online community-building are prerequisites.
Passion for making and playing games
Strong art conceptual skills

Requirements:

2-3 years minimum industry experience (interactive design and/or game development) and multiple interactive projects under your belt
BFA or equivalent
Exposure to both 2D and 3D production lines
Experience managing external contract artists a plus
Experience with asset management tools a plus
Sense of humor a must

Flash Game Programmer (Senior)

We’re seeking an experienced flash programmer to help us develop new online games and game communities. We need someone who can execute quickly on prototypes and smaller projects, as well as plan and execute on large online applications that will include multiplayer games and community features. Want to create fun, intuitive, rock-solid, online games that will be played by millions? Then you’ve come to the right place.

Requirements:

3+ years experience with Flash Actionscript (AS2 and AS3).
A rock-solid understanding of Object Oriented Programming practices.
Experience working with flash remoting technologies, particular AMFPHP.
Experience with PHP and Javascript is a plus.
Experience with Drupal is a plus.

Server Engineer (Senior)

Skills:

A thorough knowledge of the LAMP stack (php is the "p" in our stack).
Experience with one or more of: php, python, perl, java.
Knowledge of: html, css, javascript, .
Experience programming database intensive applications.
Experience developing client/server applictions.
Experience with web services (REST, JSON, XMLRPC, SOAP) is a plus.
Experience with AS3, Java, C, or C++ is a plus.

We are looking for folks to work on a full-time basis at our HQ in New York City. Want to create enterprise quality code that actually makes people happier? You’ve come to the right place.