Job Summary
- Location
- Chicago
- Salary
- 0.00 - 0.00
- Job Reference Code
- 23349
Senior Flash Animator
About the Job
Who is Arc Worldwide?
Arc Worldwide, the marketing-services partner of Leo Burnett Worldwide, offers a world of opportunity for creative, passionate people who want to help us shape the future of marketing. Arc delivers inspired marketing solutions to a blue chip client roster and we’re part of Publicis Groupe, the world’s 4th largest communications group. Our clients include: Procter & Gamble, McDonald’s, Kellogg’s, Purina, and Whirlpool.
About the Job
Senior Flash Animator
The Senior Creative Technologist,
Flash Animation is responsible for the development of rich media applications on the Adobe Flash platform, implementing creative concepts as engaging interactive experiences. The CT is involved throughout the entire project lifecycle from the original concept and design, through implementation and quality assurance, to deployment and maintenance, ensuring quality deliverables at every stage. The CT is also involved in project estimation, detailed documentation, and enhancement of the Creative Technology group’s rich media frameworks and toolsets.
Skills and Experience:
· 3 - 5 +years of Flash & ActionScript
experience designing, animating and
developing rich internet applications
· Excels at translating static
compositions into motion design and
graphical user interfaces, with
superior attention to detail and
finish
· Knows how to combine graphics,
images, video and audio in a
seamless manner, maintaining
performance and optimization
· Thorough familiarity with Adobe
Creative Suite tools, workflow and
productivity
· Working knowledge of Class-based
ActionScript, the principles of
Object Orientated Programming and
encapsulating functionality into
reusable components
· Ability to integrate scripted
motion, interaction and other
functionality to Library and
Timeline assets while maintaining a
clear separation between graphics
and code
· Prior experience with implementing
various Online Advertising
technologies (Pointroll, Eyeblaster,
etc) while complying with IAB
standards
· Understands and appreciates the
unique benefits, capabilities and
limitations of the Flash player
· Familiar with the entire spectrum of
the Flash platform including Flex,
AIR and FlashLite, as well as other
interactive platforms such as
Microsoft Silverlight
· Ability to integrate data through
XML, WebServices and /or
FlashRemoting
Job Functions
· The Senior CT works on a variety of
projects including Microsites,
Online Advertising, Widgets,
Components, Games, Mobile, Desktop
and CD-ROM
· An active participant in an award-
winning, expert and lively team of
fellow Creative Technologists
· Work with Creative Directors,
Experience Planners, and Art
Directors to help craft creative
vision and concepts
· Coordinate with other Flash
Animators, Flash Engineers, Software
Engineers and Audio/Video Producers
to execute and release working
applications
· Integrate into a production workflow
and set of tools; follow established
best practices; utilize code and
component libraries; exercising
disciplined Version Control
· Proactively keep informed of latest
trends and developments in relevant
technologies and concepts,
internally educating and promoting
to others
Education and Experience
· BS/BA in Media, Computer Science,
Interactive Design or MIS, or
equivalent work experience
· Typically requires 3-5 years
experience designing and developing
consumer-facing rich interactive
applications
· Advertising Agency or Media
Corporation experience advantageous
· Adobe Certifications recognized
Arc Worldwide, the marketing-services partner of Leo Burnett Worldwide, offers a world of opportunity for creative, passionate people who want to help us shape the future of marketing. Arc delivers inspired marketing solutions to a blue chip client roster and we’re part of Publicis Groupe, the world’s 4th largest communications group. Our clients include: Procter & Gamble, McDonald’s, Kellogg’s, Purina, and Whirlpool.
About the Job
Senior Flash Animator
The Senior Creative Technologist,
Flash Animation is responsible for the development of rich media applications on the Adobe Flash platform, implementing creative concepts as engaging interactive experiences. The CT is involved throughout the entire project lifecycle from the original concept and design, through implementation and quality assurance, to deployment and maintenance, ensuring quality deliverables at every stage. The CT is also involved in project estimation, detailed documentation, and enhancement of the Creative Technology group’s rich media frameworks and toolsets.
Skills and Experience:
· 3 - 5 +years of Flash & ActionScript
experience designing, animating and
developing rich internet applications
· Excels at translating static
compositions into motion design and
graphical user interfaces, with
superior attention to detail and
finish
· Knows how to combine graphics,
images, video and audio in a
seamless manner, maintaining
performance and optimization
· Thorough familiarity with Adobe
Creative Suite tools, workflow and
productivity
· Working knowledge of Class-based
ActionScript, the principles of
Object Orientated Programming and
encapsulating functionality into
reusable components
· Ability to integrate scripted
motion, interaction and other
functionality to Library and
Timeline assets while maintaining a
clear separation between graphics
and code
· Prior experience with implementing
various Online Advertising
technologies (Pointroll, Eyeblaster,
etc) while complying with IAB
standards
· Understands and appreciates the
unique benefits, capabilities and
limitations of the Flash player
· Familiar with the entire spectrum of
the Flash platform including Flex,
AIR and FlashLite, as well as other
interactive platforms such as
Microsoft Silverlight
· Ability to integrate data through
XML, WebServices and /or
FlashRemoting
Job Functions
· The Senior CT works on a variety of
projects including Microsites,
Online Advertising, Widgets,
Components, Games, Mobile, Desktop
and CD-ROM
· An active participant in an award-
winning, expert and lively team of
fellow Creative Technologists
· Work with Creative Directors,
Experience Planners, and Art
Directors to help craft creative
vision and concepts
· Coordinate with other Flash
Animators, Flash Engineers, Software
Engineers and Audio/Video Producers
to execute and release working
applications
· Integrate into a production workflow
and set of tools; follow established
best practices; utilize code and
component libraries; exercising
disciplined Version Control
· Proactively keep informed of latest
trends and developments in relevant
technologies and concepts,
internally educating and promoting
to others
Education and Experience
· BS/BA in Media, Computer Science,
Interactive Design or MIS, or
equivalent work experience
· Typically requires 3-5 years
experience designing and developing
consumer-facing rich interactive
applications
· Advertising Agency or Media
Corporation experience advantageous
· Adobe Certifications recognized
Company Tools
Contact Information
Rebekah VanOverbeke
