Alter Learning https://alter-learning.com STEAM educational games for kids, teachers and scientists Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:39:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://alter-learning.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Alter-Learning-Color-octopus-150x150.webp Alter Learning https://alter-learning.com 32 32 Graphic Designer & Video Maker / Branding Marketing Strategist https://alter-learning.com/career/graphic-designer-branding-marketing-strategist/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:00:06 +0000 https://alter-learning.com/?p=12874 Position Overview

As Alter-Learning’s creative lead, you will design and drive the brand’s visual identity and storytelling strategy across all platforms. From concept to execution, you’ll create content that captures our vision—empowering education through gamification and technology.

You’ll collaborate closely with the marketing, product, and development teams to ensure every design, video, and campaign reflects Alter-Learning’s core values: innovation, inclusivity, and imagination.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Alter-Learning’s visual identity across all media (digital, print, and motion).
  • Design branded assets such as website graphics, educational game visuals, pitch decks, infographics, email templates, and social media content.
  • Produce and edit videos and motion graphics for product showcases, campaigns, and educational storytelling.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to create cross-platform marketing campaigns targeting K–12 educators, students, parents, investors, and B2B partners.
  • Establish and update brand guidelines to ensure consistency across tone, typography, and visual elements.
  • Contribute to UI/UX concepts for Alter-Learning’s digital platforms and educational products.
  • Translate complex ideas and data into clear, engaging, and visually compelling narratives.
  • Support the creation of event visuals, investor presentations, and educational content that enhance brand awareness and engagement.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in graphic design, video creation, and brand strategy.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) and/or Figma or Canva.
  • Strong understanding of brand positioning, audience engagement, and design psychology.
  • Excellent storytelling, visual communication, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Skills

  • Experience in animation or motion graphics.
  • Knowledge of UI/UX design and responsive web layouts.
  • Previous work in EdTech, game design, AI learning tools, or digital media is a strong plus.
  • Experience creating investor decks, educational visuals, or marketing videos.
  • Strategic thinker with creativity and adaptability in emerging marketing and design trends.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Degree or certification in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience in startups or mission-driven organizations.
  • Passion for education, gamification, and technology-driven creativity.

Why Join Alter-Learning?

At Alter-Learning, your creativity will shape the future of education. You’ll join a visionary team committed to transforming learning through art, science, and technology. Every design you create and every story you tell will help make knowledge more interactive, equitable, and inspiring.

We’re more than a company — we’re a movement toward a smarter, gamified, and inclusive future of learning.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Alter-Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Note: This is a remote position, and candidates from any location are welcome to apply.

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3D Artist (Remote) https://alter-learning.com/career/3d-artist-remote/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:35:17 +0000 https://alter-learning.com/?p=13761 Job Summary/Objective

Alter-Learning Inc. is seeking a talented 3D Artist to join our remote team. As a 3D Artist, you will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D assets, including characters, environments, and props, for our animation and interactive projects. You will work closely with the art, design, and development teams to ensure that assets align with the project’s visual style and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

3D Asset Creation:
Create high-quality 3D models including characters, environments, and props that support the visual storytelling and artistic vision of the project.

Modeling & Texturing:
Develop detailed 3D models and apply textures and materials using industry-standard workflows to achieve visually appealing results.

Environment & Scene Development:
Assist in building immersive environments and scenes that enhance the overall look and feel of animation and interactive experiences.

Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with art leads, designers, animators, and developers to ensure assets integrate smoothly into the production pipeline.

Asset Optimization:
Ensure that 3D assets are optimized for performance while maintaining high visual quality.

Quality Control:
Review and refine assets to meet artistic and technical standards set by the project and art leadership.

Industry Knowledge & Improvement:
Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and best practices in 3D art and contribute ideas to improve visual quality and workflows.

Qualifications

Proficiency in 3D Software:
Experience using industry-standard 3D tools such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max.

Texturing & Materials:
Understanding of UV mapping, texturing, and material creation, including PBR workflows.

Strong Artistic Skills:
Ability to create visually appealing assets with attention to detail, proportion, and composition.

Experience in 3D Asset Creation:
Experience modeling characters, environments, and props for animation or game projects.

Understanding of Production Pipelines:
Familiarity with 3D production workflows and asset pipelines, including preparation of assets for game engines such as Unreal Engine.

Communication Skills:
Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment with clear communication.

Time Management:
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Alter-Learning Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Unreal Engine Artist https://alter-learning.com/career/unreal-engine-artist/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:16:23 +0000 https://alter-learning.com/?p=13755 About Alter-Learning Inc.

Alter-Learning Inc. is an innovative EdTech company developing interactive educational games, animation content, and immersive learning environments for K-12 education. Our mission is to transform learning through gamification, storytelling, and immersive technology.

We are currently developing animated TV series and interactive environments, and we are looking for a talented Unreal Engine Artist to help build high-quality cinematic environments and lighting setups.

Job Summary

Alter-Learning Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Unreal Engine Artist to join our remote creative team. In this role, you will design and build visually compelling environments and lighting setups in Unreal Engine for animation and interactive projects.

You will collaborate with artists, designers, and developers to create immersive worlds that enhance storytelling and gameplay experiences.


Key Responsibilities

Environment & Lighting

  • Create high-quality environments and lighting setups in Unreal Engine.
  • Develop atmosphere, mood, and realism through advanced lighting techniques.
  • Design cinematic lighting for animation and storytelling scenes.

3D Asset Integration

  • Use industry-standard tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, or Maya to create and implement assets.
  • Optimize assets and lighting for performance and visual quality.

Technical Implementation

  • Implement lighting techniques including:
    • Dynamic and static lighting
    • Light baking
    • Global illumination
  • Work with materials, shaders, post-processing, and environment effects.

Collaboration

  • Work closely with the art, design, and animation teams to align with the project’s creative vision.
  • Ensure lighting and environments match the desired artistic style and mood.

Documentation & Support

  • Provide documentation and technical guidance to team members.
  • Assist with asset pipeline and environment optimization.

Innovation

  • Stay updated with Unreal Engine developments and industry trends.
  • Propose creative ideas to enhance visual storytelling and immersive experiences.

Qualifications

Required

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating Unreal Engine environments and lighting work.
  • Proficiency in Unreal Engine.
  • Experience with 3D software such as:
    • Blender
    • Maya
    • or similar tools
  • Experience with lighting techniques:
    • Dynamic lighting
    • Static lighting
    • Light baking
    • Global illumination
  • Understanding of art principles and environment composition.
  • Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Preferred

  • Experience in game development or animation production.
  • Knowledge of real-time rendering pipelines.
  • Familiarity with cinematic lighting and storytelling techniques.

Soft Skills

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Professional working level of English (written and verbal)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Alter-Learning Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Sound Designer https://alter-learning.com/career/sound-designer/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:44:48 +0000 https://alter-learning.com/?p=13704 Position Overview

Alter-Learning is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Sound Designer to join our growing team. This role focuses on designing immersive, educational, and engaging audio experiences for our interactive learning games. The ideal candidate has experience in sound design for games or interactive media, a strong understanding of how audio supports learning and gameplay, and a passion for using sound to enhance educational outcomes for K-12 and STEAM-focused content.

The Sound Designer will collaborate closely with game developers, educators, and content creators to ensure that sound effects, ambient audio, and audio feedback align with both gameplay mechanics and pedagogical goals.


Responsibilities

Design, create, and implement sound effects, ambient soundscapes, and audio feedback for educational games and interactive learning content.
Collaborate with game developers, educators, and designers to integrate sound seamlessly into gameplay and learning mechanics.
Ensure audio elements reinforce educational objectives, user engagement, and accessibility standards.
Edit, mix, and optimize audio assets for performance across different platforms and devices.
Participate in playtesting sessions to evaluate the effectiveness of sound design on user experience and learning impact.
Iterate on audio assets based on feedback from internal teams and testing results.
Maintain organized audio libraries and documentation for ongoing and future projects.
Support other creative or production areas as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a collaborative mindset.


Required Qualifications

Proven experience as a Sound Designer, Audio Designer, or similar role in games, interactive media, or digital products.
Strong understanding of sound design principles, audio storytelling, and user feedback through sound.
Experience working with sound effects, ambient audio, and interactive audio systems.
Enjoyment of games, both development and playing, with a basic understanding of game mechanics and player experience.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including educators and developers.


Desired Skills

Proficiency with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and audio editing tools (e.g., Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Reaper, Logic Pro).
Experience implementing audio in game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
Knowledge of interactive and adaptive audio systems.
Strong attention to detail and ability to balance creativity with technical constraints.
Excellent communication skills and openness to feedback and iteration.


Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on educational games, serious games, or learning platforms.
Familiarity with STEAM education principles and age-appropriate audio design for K-12 learners.
Understanding of accessibility considerations in audio design (e.g., clarity, cognitive load, inclusive design).
Basic knowledge of game design principles related to audio and player feedback.


Why Join Alter-Learning?

At Alter-Learning, we build innovative educational experiences that combine technology, gamification, and meaningful learning outcomes. As a Sound Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping how learners experience our games—using sound to guide, motivate, and enhance understanding. You will work in a collaborative, international, and mission-driven environment where creativity and education go hand in hand.

If you are passionate about sound design and excited about using audio to transform education through games, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and help us create immersive learning experiences through sound.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Alter-Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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2D Concept Artist https://alter-learning.com/career/2d-concept-artist-2/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:09:12 +0000 https://alter-learning.com/?p=12530 Position overview:

Alter-Learning is seeking a talented 2D concept artist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their mastery on fundamentals like: form, anatomy, color, values, mood and layout to name a few. Your skill at communication and soft skills are equally as important as your ability to draw. You will be working closely with an international, remote team to develop the visual style and design of characters, environments, props and other assets for our educational products.

Responsibilities:

  • Create detailed 2D concept art for characters, environments, props, and other game assets.
  • Collaborate with your team to define the visual style and artistic direction of our games.
  • Develop and refine visual concepts based on game design requirements and feedback from the team.
  • Produce high-quality artwork that aligns with the overall aesthetic and educational goals of the projects.
  • Create model sheets that effectively communicates design ideas and serves as a reference for 3D modeling and asset creation.

Required Qualifications

  • Current online portfolio.
  • Proven experience as a 2D Concept Artist, with a strong portfolio demonstrating your skills in character design, environment design, and other game assets.
  • Proficiency in digital art tools and software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar programs.
  • Strong understanding of art fundamentals such as: form, anatomy, color, values, mood and layout.
  • Ability to create and iterate on concepts quickly while maintaining a high level of detail and quality.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
  • Soft skills such as: compassion, empathy, honesty and punctuality.
  • Understanding of game design principles and how concept art fits into the overall development process.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Game Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Previous involvement in the development of educational games or interactive media.
  • Experience working with agile development methodologies and collaborative workflows.

Why Join Alter-Learning?

At Alter-Learning, we are dedicated to creating innovative educational experiences through engaging and visually stunning games. As a 2D Concept Artist, you will have the opportunity to shape the visual identity of our projects and contribute to the creation of impactful learning experiences. We offer a collaborative and creative work environment where your artistic talents will be valued and your contributions will directly influence the success of our games.

If you are a passionate 2D Concept Artist with a love for game design and education, we would love to hear from you. If you’re new to the industry with zero years of experience, apply anyway!

If you have some of the above qualifications but not every single one…..apply anyway!

TIPS:

  • As a company, our design native design aesthetic is solarpunk (blend of nature and high tech design) and is geared to a family-friendly audience.
  • Demonstrating capability to design with our brand identity and target audience in mind will be helpful in evaluating whether you’re a fit for our team. Or having at least the family-friendly part will help.
  • Please show complete process from quick sketches to fully colored for your original designs.
  • Giving me your LinkedIn profile as your portfolio is really not helpful.

A quick way to rejection?

Show a portfolio full of AI generated art and no evidence of actual art fundamentals being used by your hand. We don’t use AI to replace the creative process or people here at AL. We are open to use AI tools to help ideate or inspire but not in the creation of the final design.

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Unity Developer https://alter-learning.com/career/unity-developer/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:00:54 +0000 https://alter-learning.com/?p=11745 Position Overview

Alter Learning is looking for an experienced Unity Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience with Unity development, particularly using Photon for multiplayer features. You will work closely with our development team to create and enhance educational games that leverage multiplayer capabilities to deliver engaging learning experiences. A strong background in teamwork and collaborative projects is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain educational games using Unity, with a focus on integrating multiplayer features using Photon.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, artists, and educators, to implement game mechanics and features.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code for both gameplay and networking components.
  • Participate in code reviews, provide feedback, and contribute to best practices in Unity development.
  • Debug and troubleshoot issues related to gameplay, performance, and networking.
  • Work on optimizing game performance and ensuring a smooth user experience across various platforms.
  • Contribute to the overall game development process, from initial design through to deployment and maintenance.
  • Engage in regular team meetings and collaborate effectively with team members to achieve project goals.

Required Qualifications

  • At least one year of experience with Unity development, including hands-on experience with Photon for multiplayer functionality.
  • Strong understanding of Unity’s architecture and best practices for game development.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, with strong collaboration and communication skills.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and familiarity with project management tools.
  • Solid understanding of game design principles and how to implement them in Unity.
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in C#.

Desired Skills

  • Experience with other networking solutions or multiplayer frameworks in Unity.
  • Knowledge of additional game development tools and libraries.
  • Familiarity with educational game development and integrating learning objectives into gameplay.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Previous involvement in projects that feature multiplayer or networking components.
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies and working in a collaborative team environment.
  • Portfolio or examples of previous Unity projects demonstrating expertise with Photon and multiplayer features.

Why Join Alter Learning? At Alter Learning, we are dedicated to creating innovative educational games that inspire and engage students. As a Unity Developer with Photon experience, you will play a crucial role in bringing our multiplayer educational experiences to life. Join our team and contribute to projects that make a difference in education through cutting-edge technology and collaborative development.

If you are a passionate Unity Developer with experience in Photon and a knack for teamwork, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of interactive learning!

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