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Denis Canuel setting up new team for a new project (1)

Friday, November 7th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs, entrepreneurship

Denis Canuel who seems to be starting new projects every two months or so (see the fun DailyDollarDeal) is looking for a sales person for a new project:

I’m looking for a very motivated, performance & result oriented sales rep to cold call professionals. The person will first start working part time and will slowly move to full time.

This is an ideal position for someone who wishes to get a 2nd job. It could very well become a full time job within 2-3 months.

  • You will be working from home (or anywhere you want!) and will need to use your own phone.
  • This is a 100% commission position but the commission rate is very high and I believe there is huge potential ($100k+ per year).
  • You should ideally be fluent in French and English but this is not super important.
  • You don’t need to be a techno-geek and you won’t be selling high-tech stuff, you just need to be able to “smile over the phone” and be friendly.
  • And no, you won’t be selling junk or enticing people to join some sort of a money making scam, this is a real business..! :)

See details at QuebecValley.

Job Listing: 3D Gameplay Programmer – Nintendo DS (14)

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: NerdCorps Entertainment Inc

Job Description and Responsibilities:
The candidate will work in conjunction with our Technical Director to build 3D and 2D game components built upon our internal libraries. Some tools programming may also be required. Candidate must have at least one previously-shipped title in a team setting, preferably on a handheld or similarly constrained device. Strong C/C++ skills are a must. We’re looking for people who can create structured code and clear technical documentation, but also have a flair for creative implementation, presentation and attention to detail. Must be passionate about games. Experience with Perl and/or optimization are an asset. Experience with XSI, Maya or 3DS Max plug-ins a bonus.

• Create and document technical design based on an existing game design
• Implementation of a 3D game using in-house pipeline and framework
• Working closely with the production, design, art and QA teams to meet completion deadlines for each project.
• Estimate time to complete tasks
• Integrating change requests and playtesting feedback.

Requirements:

Specialized Knowledge/Expertise Requirements:
• Must have at least 4 years experience in the game industry as a programmer.
• Proficient in C/C++ (knowledge of Perl is a plus)
• 3D graphics and math skills.
• Experience working with embedded systems / mobile devices
• Passionate gamer and creative problem solver.
• Excellent debugging and testing skills.
• Knowledge in physics is a plus
• Previous experience working with the Nintendo DS is a plus

Professional Attributes:

• Must be responsible and accountable; enjoys managing and follows through on multiple complex projects with the involvement of multiple players.
• Good communicator who possesses strong written and oral communication skills.
• Supportive, not just within the division but also cross-functionally supportive
• Able to listen to and implement constructive criticism.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented.
• Demonstrates excellent analytical skills.
• Strong team player.

How to apply:

Taylor Miller
Lead Producer
nerdgames@nerdcorps.com

About Nerd Corps Entertainment Inc.

Nerd Corps Entertainment is a leading 3-D animation studio located in Vancouver, Canada. To build upon the company’s reputation as a premier developer of original intellectual property, Nerd Corps is branching out with a new interactive division, starting with a DS title and a massively multiplayer online trading card game, both based on our original series. We are currently seeking several positions to kick start the division.

We are in active production on two animated series, the first is 52 episodes of Storm Hawks, which the DS title will be based on. The series has been picked up in more than 50 countries around the world, including YTV in Canada and Cartoon Network in the US, UK, France and Latin America. Nerd Corps is also in production on comedy series The League of Super Evil (launching 2009), which will have the companion site featuring the online CCG.

Nerd Corps’ goal is to produce high calibre, creatively diverse projects that will fully utilize the skill sets of our talented crew, challenging them to grow as professionals and artists. All our original projects encourage employees to push the boundaries of CG animation and create a fresh look for this medium in the television production environment and interactive space. The greatest asset of any company is its people, and at Nerd Corps this philosophy forms the cornerstone of our vision for the future.

Located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Nerd Corps offers its employees the opportunity to experience the diversity and culture of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. The studio is situated within a 30 minute drive of three ski hills, several pristine beaches and countless hiking and mountain biking trails with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountain range.

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Job Listing: PHP Developer with Joomla Experience (6)

Monday, October 20th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Update: this job position is not available anymore

Company: Purecobalt

Responsibilities and tasks | Responsabilités et tâches:
We are a Montreal web shop seeking a contract PHP developer with Joomla experience to integrate and configure dynamic modules and other social components for a site in development.

Nous sommes une agence web montréalaise à la recherche d’un développeur PHP connaissant bien le gestionnaire de contenu Joomla pour intégrer, configurer et gérer des composantes dynamiques de type social (blog, message board) impliquant de la gestion d’utilisateurs.

Required knowledge | Exigences:
PHP, CSS, template integration, and ability to start work immediately. You’ll be needed to attend occasional project meetings at our offices.

PHP, CSS, gestion de « templates », et ayant la disponibilité à commencer immédiatement sur un projet actuellement en développement. Additionellement, vous devrez vous déplacer occasionnellement à nos locaux pour des rencontres et pour assurer un bon suivi du projet.

Compensation | Rémunération:
Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. This is a contract position.

À négocier selon les qualifications et l’experience. Cette offre est contractuelle.

Send your CV to | Faites parvenir votre C.V. à: andrew@purecobalt.com

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Job Listing: .NET/Java Developers and Unix / Windows Administrators at Kovasys (4)

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: Kovasys

Position: .NET / Java Developers and Unix / Windows Administrators

Responsibilities and tasks:

Kovasys is currently recruiting for .NET / Java Developers and Unix /
Windows Administrators for Montréal, and Ottawa and elsewhere across
Canada.

We work with many hiring managers at small to large size organizations
in Quebec, Ontario and Alberta!

If you have 2+ years of development experience and looking for new
opportunities – please do not hesitate to contact us to help!


KOVASYS is a business-technology IT recruitment agency and consulting
firm, specializing in the entertainment, high tech, financial, and
government industries. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Kovasys
provides staffing, consulting and IT services across Canada to help
our clients conceptualize and realize technology-driven business
transformation initiatives.

How to apply:

Alex Kovalenko
Senior Recruiter
http://jobs.kovasys.com
alex@kovasys.com

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Job Listing: Video Game Programmers and Artists at 3pod (3)

Friday, October 10th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs, video games

Company: 3pod

Position: Video Game Programmers and Artists

Description:

3POD is currently recruiting for Video Game Programmers and Artists for Montréal, and Quebec City and International opportunities

We are working with most of the intermediate to large studios in Québec and abroad!

If you have 2 years + of video game industry experience and looking for new opportunities – please do not hesitate to contact us to help!

Additional Information:
3POD MONTREAL is the first employment agency to specialize in the entertainment industry in the Montreal area. 3pod representatives have 10 years of combined experience in the multimedia industry
in Montreal and abroad. Our team’s mandate is to find national and international talents.

The 3pod team offers personalized services to companies and individuals who seek unparalleled service.

We know products and we know people!

How to apply:

Jeffrey Goldstein
Senior Recruiter
Jeffrey.Goldstein@3pod.ca

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Job Listing: Business Web Editor at Tree Technologies (1)

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: Tree Technologies

Position: Business Web Editor

Responsibilities and tasks:


 - Business blogging, web content review & analysis
- Plus any other related task

Required knowledge:
- Bachelor of Arts: in Business &/ or in Media studies
- 6 months minimum experience in new media or in any other journalistic job
- Perfect English, good French level with high standards in writing skills

- Advantage: Experience in Web based platform management

Compensation:

 - will depend on experience and working capacity

Additional Information:
The position offered here would preferably be permanent but could be adjusted to a temporary contribution if both parties find an interest out of the arrangement

How to apply:

Please send your resume to:
Tree Technologies
Attn: Jean Philippe Gousse
Email : jpgousse@treetechnologies.com

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Job Listing: Web Producer at Concordia University (0)

Thursday, September 11th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: Concordia University

Position: Web Producer

Responsibilities and tasks:
- Project management for web and online communication projects, including websites.
- Client management for assigned sectors within the university acting as primary point of contact.
- Documenting project objectives, needs analysis, functional specifications, information architecture.
- Quality assurance: evaluating usability, accessibility and standards compliance of sites and services; user testing.

Required knowledge:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications or Information Technology or equivalent, with two to four years of experience in design, development and implementation of web communications.
- Experience with user-centered design methodologies, web standards (HTML/XHTML, CCS), web design tools, content management systems and related internet technologies.
- Possess a creative spark, be a team player, client focused.
- Written and spoken English, spoken French.

Compensation:
Hourly rate, depends on experience.

Additional Information:
This is a temporary full-time position for 3.5 to 4 months replacing an employee on paternity leave.

How to apply:
Please send your resume to:

Simon Horn
University Web Communications Coordinator
Internal and Web Communications
Concordia University
simon.horn@concordia.ca

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Job Listing: Software Developer at 2XM Labs (0)

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: 2XM Labs 

Position: Software Developer

Responsibilites and Tasks:

We are looking for brilliant and motivated individuals to work on a cutting-edge 3D medical imaging application. The developers will have to build a high-performance and high-quality application for visualizing, manipulating and editing large imaging datasets in 3D, using mostly C++ and OpenGL.
We offer a very free, creative and dynamic environment. Our developers are in direct contact with our clients, with plenty of business trips opportunities. Candidates need to have excellent communication skills as well as a very strong technical background. 

Required Knoweledge:
-Bachelor’s, Masters, or Ph.D. in computer/software/biomedical engineering, computer science, or equivalent. 
-Very strong knowledge of C++, with a focus on clean and performance-oriented code 
-Good communication skills in english, teamwork, and ability to jump in a large codebase

Nice to have:
-Strong knowledge and experience with OpenGL
-OpenInventor experience
-GLSL, shaders, GPGPU 

Compensation:
Very competitive, depends on candidate’s experience and level

Additional info:
2XM Labs is a dynamic startup specialized in software and Web R&D, with a focus on modern 3D graphics technologies. 

We’re located in the heart of the Old Montreal in an open loft, and we’re proud to serve clients such as Mozilla (would you like to contribute to Firefox 3?), and Siemens (would you like to make 3D software that saves lives?). 

In addition to these cool consulting jobs, 2XM Labs develops its own internal software projects in the fields of mobile gaming (think iPhone) as well as cutting-edge 3D media visualization technologies.

How to apply:

Please send your resume to:
Antoine Azar
2XM Labs
antoine@2xmlabs.com

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Job Listing: Integrateur de sites internet at Domus Media (0)

Friday, August 15th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: Domus Media

Position: Intégrateur de Sites Internet

Responsibilites and Tasks:
- dans l’immédiat, intégrer 2 nouveaux sites Internet;
- participer à la conception des sites et favoriser l’amélioration de ceux-ci;
- faire les mises à jours chaque fois que nécessaire (aux deux semaines environs);
- réaliser les animations flash pour ces sites;
- assurer la qualité, l’optimisation et la structure du code.

Required Knoweledge:Disciplines possibles :

  • Arts visuels (design multimédia)
  • Design graphique Baccalauréat
  • Intégration multimédia Diplôme d’études collégiales

Exigences
- avoir une excellente connaissance du language web;
- connaître les rudiments de l’animation graphique
- posséder l’aptitude à travailler dans une équipe multidisciplinaire;
- faire preuve d’autonomie et d’organisation;
- être créatif, avoir l’esprit vif;
- avoir à son actif au moins 1 an d’expérience en intégration web et en conception de site web;
- posséder les connaissances dans la conception et la réalisation de portails interactifs, un atout.
- avoir une très bonne connaissance du français

Compensation:
Poste d’intégrateur web à forfait

Additional info:

How to apply:

Faites nous parvenir votre C.V. une brève présentation et un portfolio (de préférence par courriel) dès que possible et avant le 1er septembre 2008, à:
Yves Lessard
C.P. 1024 Tring-Jonction (Québec) GON 1XO
Télécopieur: (418) 426-1031
Courriel: ylessard@domusmedia.net

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Job Listing: Développeur Web 2.0 recherché pour une révolution de l’éducation! - Web 2.0 Developer Needed for Education Revolution! at Mayutiq (6)

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008 · by Heri · Jobs

Company: Mayutiq

Position: Développeur Web 2.0 recherché pour une révolution de l’éducation! - Web 2.0 Developer Needed for Education Revolution!

Responsibilites and Tasks:
Nous sommes une entreprise Web en démarrage, à la recherche d’un développeur avec expérience en création de plateformes 2.0. Il s’agit d’une entreprise à mission sociale, qui se dédie à la promotion de l’éducation non-traditionnelle à l’échelle mondiale. En d’autres termes, nous travaillons au développement de l’éducation consentante, une révolution en éducation.

Non seulement le développeur partagera-t-il cette passion, mais il sera aussi en mesure de créer l’interface web client (front-end) ainsi que l’architecture serveur (back-end) en plus d’être confortable avec le développement de bases de données.

*****

We’re a Web startup company looking for a developer who has a solid background in Web 2.0 platform development. The core of our company is rooted in social entrepreneurship and our mission is to promote non-traditional education throughout the world. Basically, we are revolutionizing the way people educate themselves.

Not only will the developer share that passion, but will also be comfortable with database interfaces and in developing the front-end and back-end of the project.

Required Knoweledge:

Compensation:
Il s’agit d’un contrat à temps partiel, d’une durée d’environ 4 mois, pouvant éventuellement se transformer en poste permanent.

****

We are offering a 4 months part time contract, which could lead to a full time position.

Additional info:
Nous attendons de vos nouvelles avant le 22 août 2008.

****

Please get back to us before August 22, 2008.

How to apply:
Afin d’engager la conversation, veuillez nous faire parvenir:
- un lien vers votre portfolio/plateformes de votre cru;
- quelques lignes sur vos passions, engagement social, rêves, visions;
- et pourquoi pas, un CV (incluant votre expérience de développement de plateformes 2.0 avec ASP, DHTML, PHP, CGI, Ruby, Python, Cold Fusion, TSQL, ODBC, XML, Javascript, Ajax,…).

Envoyez le tout à emploi@mayutiq.com.

****

In order to engage the conversation, please send us:
- links to your portfolio or directly to platforms 2.0 you created;
- a couple of lines on your passions, dreams, and the vision for which you stand;
- and why not, a resume (if you’ve worked on commercial-scale web 2.0 applications usisng ASP, DHTML, PHP, CGI, Ruby, Python, Cold Fusion or other scripting language, database interfaces -TSQL, ODBC, etc-, XML, Javascript, Ajax, we want to hear about it.)

Send it all, and more if you will, at job@mayutiq.com

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