Freelance Creative Technologist: Real-Time Interactives

Hovercraft; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Hovercraft is seeking Creative Technologists to advance interactive experiences through collaboration across various mediums. This role involves building real-time graphics systems, web projects, and installations, handling everything from prototypes to delivery.

The ideal candidate should possess strong coding skills, familiarity with AI tools, and a desire to stay current with modern development practices. A positive attitude and strong collaborative spirit are essential for thriving in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong generative / creative coding background in WebGL or Three.js.
• Experience with TouchDesigner for interactive systems and hardware integration.
• Solid backend fundamentals with REST APIs and cloud services.
• Experience in media file conversion and delivering various media assets.
• Fluency with Git, GitHub, and cloud/server workflows.

Responsibilities

• Build interactive experiences and real-time graphics systems.
• Collaborate with designers and tech directors on various projects.
• Support custom-built technology solutions from prototype to delivery.

Skills

Generative / creative coding

Experience with TouchDesigner

Solid backend fundamentals

Media file conversion and optimization

Source control and deployment fluency

Software engineering practices

Working knowledge of AI tools

Experience with 3D tools

Familiarity with physical computing

Experience with physical lighting systems

AV systems integration knowledge

Electrical engineering fundamentals

AR/VR/XR project experience

Job description

Hovercraft is seeking Creative Technologists to advance interactive experiences through collaboration across various mediums. This role involves building real-time graphics systems, web projects, and installations, handling everything from prototypes to delivery.

The ideal candidate should possess strong coding skills, familiarity with AI tools, and a desire to stay current with modern development practices. A positive attitude and strong collaborative spirit are essential for thriving in this dynamic environment.