
The Exploiting Scratch and Creating Games position focuses on using the Scratch platform to build, develop, and optimize instructional and entertaining Scratch Games. The person in this position will not only build finished game products, but will also help to propagate programming ideas, create digital content, and inspire the learning community, particularly children and those new to technology.
Job Objectives
Maximize Scratch's features to construct unique and accessible games.
Create games that are instructive, interesting, and encourage logical thinking.
Contribute to improving the learning experience using the "learn through play, play through learning" approach.
Help the Scratch user community comprehend and apply current programming principles.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Learn about the Scratch platform, including command blocks, events, loops, variables, and character interactions.
Design Scratch game concepts, including scripting, characters, rules, and user interface.
Create games in several genres, including instructive, puzzle, simulation, and simple action.
Optimize game logic to ensure seamless functioning, ease of understanding, and fit for the intended audience.
Modify and improve existing Scratch projects for better usability. Test and finalize games before sharing with the Scratch community or learning platforms (assignment).
Create descriptions, user guides, and explanations of game logic to make them easier for players to access.
Assist students or other users in understanding how the game is designed and operated.
Required Skills and Abilities
A solid understanding of Scratch and drag-and-drop programming basics.
Ability to analyse game logic and solve challenges.
Creative thinking and the ability to create compelling game settings and systems.
Basic UX design abilities are appropriate for youngsters and beginners.
The ability to communicate and explain ideas clearly and concisely.
The Exploiting Scratch and Creating Games position is ideal for individuals who embrace creativity, education, and promoting positive values through technology. This is more than simply a game development job; it's an opportunity to help shape a generation of learners who are rational, creative, and proactive in the digital age.