CREATIVE CODER INTERNSHIP
CREATIVE CODER INTERNSHIP
What is Imaginex?
Imaginex creates visual technologies for A-list artists and the world’s most premier brands. Our industry-leading softwares are used to push the boundaries in experiential design, from creative stage control to never-before-seen interactive exhibits. We staff and manage the engineering and software talent required to turn a creative vision into reality, from concept and development, to integration and ongoing support.
Internship Description
This is a paid internship position with opportunity for a full-time job offer after 2-3 months.
Creative Coder Roles and Responsibilities:
● Executes projects by translating designs from creative directors into code
● Applies best practices for efficient and effective development; looks for opportunities to
streamline
● Works with UI / UX designers in implementing intuitive user interfaces
● Works closely with project managers to ensure projects are delivered on time to a strong
level of quality and with expectations of high up time
● Keeps the project managers fully informed on problems and progress
● Recommends appropriate technologies for the development of new projects
● Stays current on relevant and emerging technology options
● In crisis, assist the team in pulling together resources to explore alternatives and
ensuring 100% project satisfaction
Creative Coder Technical Skills and Experience Requirements:
● Fluent in Derivative Touchdesigner or
● Fluent in Python, GLSL/OpenGL, or C/C++ and willing to learn Derivative Touchdesigner
Bonus Points if You’re Familiar With:
● C++, C a plus
● OpenFrameworks, VVVV, Processing, Max4Live
● Unity
● Graphics (OpenGL, GLSL), 3D Modeling (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, C4D, Houdini),
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere)
● VJ/Playback Tools (VDMX, Madmapper, Quartz, Isadora, Green Hippo, D3)
● Basic knowledge of event production procedures
● OS: Windows, Linux
So, What’s In It For Me?
Imaginex Provides:
● Exciting work opportunities with high-profile brands, cities, and concerts
● Training on TouchDesigner and event technologies
● Travel opportunities across the world.
● Opportunities to control some of the world’s largest displays in front of crowds of over
100,000 people.
● Guaranteed Studio + Gig rates
● Business management
○ Invoicing, bi-weekly payments, 1099 information, tax assistance, etc.
○ Contract negotiation and execution of project-related agreements (legal)
● Access to Imaginex-owned physical assets (projectors, computers, sensors, etc.)
● R&D bank – request no-strings attached funding for personal and innovative
development that relates to Imaginex’s main goals.
Creative Coder:
● Advances development of our proprietary software solutions
● Works on custom softwares for client-based work
● Agrees to daily studio rates and on-site rates with the opportunity to increase over time
● Uses own laptop or media server for studio work
● Agrees that all code developed under Imaginex will be granted exclusive rights for
Imaginex.
○ Note: Imaginex supports the open source community!
In some situations, Imaginex will grant the developer equal ownership to the paid work you do for us via a
Creative Commons – Atrribution License (CC BY) license. A CC BY license is one of the most
accommodating of licenses offered. This license lets us both distribute, remix, tweak, and build upon your work,
even commercially, as long as you credit us, and we credit you, as contributors in the original creation. Both
Imaginex and you are bound by this license type. All CC BY licenses must be approved in writing.
What are the strings attached?
● IP created for Imaginex will be owned by Imaginex, unless a Creative Commons –
Attribution License (CC BY) is granted in writing
● Confidentiality agreement
● 4 month non-compete agreement with clients and competitors from company departure
date
Additional Perks:
● Choice of projects and flexibility of saying yes or no to a proposed project
● Paid Travel Days at half the Gig Rate when traveling over 4 hours.
● Custom Touring Bonuses for high profile or long duration tours.
● Referral Bonuses: All clients you bring to Imaginex, you will get a 5% of the gross
profit of that client for the first contract, at the discretion of the company.
● Company credit card to purchase on-site, last minute essentials
● Access to Imaginex’s R&D Bank (no-strings-attached funding for personal and
innovative development || approval required)
● Bookshelf: Exclusive tutorials for knowledgebase assets such as Touchdesigner
modules (color pallet, cacheGUI, Twitter integrations, kinect blending), computer
configuration, modeling, and advanced education.
How to apply:
Send us an email with all relevant information / documents to eric@imaginex.co!