About the Role
Our client, a renowned cultural institution in East London , is seeking a talented Senior Interactive Media Developer to design and implement engaging digital experiences for their museum exhibits. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise in interactive technologies and a creative approach to storytelling within a museum context. You will be responsible for developing innovative digital interfaces, touch-screen applications, and multimedia installations that enhance visitor engagement and learning. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio showcasing interactive projects, a deep understanding of user experience (UX) design for public spaces, and proficiency in relevant development platforms. This Hybrid position offers flexibility, allowing for remote development work supplemented by crucial on-site collaboration and installation at our Eastern Cape museum.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement interactive software and multimedia content for museum exhibits.
- Create engaging user interfaces and experiences for touchscreens, kiosks, and other digital installations.
- Integrate various media types, including video, audio, animation, and 3D models, into interactive exhibits.
- Collaborate with curators, exhibit designers, and other stakeholders to translate exhibit concepts into interactive digital experiences.
- Conduct user testing and gather feedback to refine and improve interactive elements.
- Manage the technical aspects of interactive exhibit development, including hardware integration and software deployment.
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in interactive media, museum technology, and digital storytelling.
- Troubleshoot and maintain interactive exhibits, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Develop documentation for interactive applications and systems.
- Contribute creative ideas for future exhibit developments and technological integrations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Interactive Media, Digital Arts, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in interactive media development, with a focus on user-facing applications and installations.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating successful interactive projects, preferably within museum, gallery, or educational settings.
- Proficiency in relevant programming languages and development frameworks (e.g., C#, JavaScript, Python, Unity, TouchDesigner).
- Experience with UX/UI design principles and user-centered design methodologies.
- Familiarity with multimedia authoring tools and content management systems.
- Understanding of hardware integration, including sensors, touchscreens, and projection systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team.
- Passion for museums, education, and leveraging technology to enhance public experiences.
Benefits
- Our client offers a competitive annual salary ranging from ZAR, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- This Hybrid role provides the benefit of remote work for development tasks, combined with essential on-site presence for collaboration and installation at our East London location.
- Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.
- You will be instrumental in shaping the future of museum engagement in the Eastern Cape , working on inspiring and educational projects.
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