This role involves designing and developing an interactive, web-based game for use at trade shows, focused on educating visitors about load management in an engaging and accessible way. The game, 'Peak Shaver – Save the Grid', will allow players to act as energy managers, aiming to prevent load peaks from multiple energy consumers within a short, timed session. The ideal candidate or team will deliver a seamless, touchscreen-optimized experience that encourages user participation and lead generation, while ensuring the platform is robust, rapid-loading, and easy to update.

Responsibilities

Develop a web-based game optimized for touchscreen devices and trade show environments

Implement real-time load visualization and intuitive controls for a 30–45 second gameplay session

Provide instant feedback and scoring based on player performance

Integrate a post-game registration system for leaderboard participation and lead collection

Ensure offline capability, fast loading times, and local highscore storage

Enable export functions for collected leads and facilitate easy content updates

Collaborate on integrating provided branding materials and maintaining a simple, user-friendly interface

Skills And Requirements





Proven experience in web game development, preferably for events or educational purposes

Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3; experience with game frameworks such as Phaser or similar is highly desirable

Ability to design intuitive touchscreen interfaces and real-time data visualizations

Experience implementing offline functionality and local data storage

Familiarity with user registration flows and secure data handling for lead generation

Strong attention to performance optimization and fast loading

Ability to work with provided branding assets and adapt content as needed

Excellent problem-solving skills and a pragmatic, creative approach to interactive design

Availability for project-based, contract work with timely delivery

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📌 Game Developer (Canberra)
🏢 Twine
📍 Canberra