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Games for Love (GFL) is a 501(c)(3) Charity dedicated to easing the suffering of children and saving the lives of children internationally. We are very engaged in the entirety of the gaming ecosystem, from fan to professional. Our programs are designed in a way for children we work with to be able to be engaged with our programs for life, and every gamer as well across the ecosystem - to create a sustainable future. We have a healthy ecosystem to achieve that goal with your intelligent contribution. We are seeking Outreach Managers to join our GFLX team. GFLX: Gets distraction therapy to children in hospitals to make sure that they have the technology, gaming, and equipment they need to be able to heal. Our ideal candidate is attentive, ambitious, and hard-working. Responsibilities: Make outbound calls during business hours to hospitals and child wellbeing facilities explaining the benefits of participating in our GFLX program Participate and organize presentations to stakeholders to build our network of facilities and impact as many children as we can Assist in establishing long-term relationships with hospitals and healthcare professionals to increase brand visibility through email and phone outreach Communicate with partnering hospitals, revise marketing materials, and help organize upcoming events and activities Maintain and update organization documents and manage data accuracy in Google Suite Database Produce regular reports and PowerPoint briefings to summarize activities and department accomplishments for the director team Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community events, workshops, appearances, and other communication opportunities Requirements: Able to donate approx. 5 -10 hrs. a week (including a weekly team meeting) Preferred experience of 1-2 years within non-profit fundraising or outreach activities Outstanding written and interpersonal communication Excellent presentation skills Friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude Proficient in Google Suite Qualifying Attitude: You want to be part of something great that positively impacts society especially in times of crisis You are proactive to collaborate remotely Benefits: Work from anywhere on earth - 100% remote Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community Level up your skills OPT & CPT programs Make a big impact in the world Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Date Posted: Dec 3, 2021
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Community Helpdesk Administrator (Volunteer Role - No Salary) Games for Love is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that works to ease suffering, save lives, and create sustainable futures for children. We believe in the concept of "distraction therapy" and bring the joy of gaming into the lives of our junior gamers in hospitals around the country. We plan to help 10 million kids in the next 5 years. We have a healthy ecosystem to achieve that goal with your intelligent contribution. We are seeking a volunteer Community Helpdesk Administrator to join our Projects team. Responsibilities: Monitor and Respond quickly to Games For Love Community Questions Using the following Applications and Platforms: Discord, Google Docs, Games for Love Community Drive, Google Workspace, GSuite, Trello, and Github Create Announcements to the Games For Love Community Various Project Lead Coordination, acting as a support for any issues or challenges Requirements: Able to donate approx. 5 -10 hrs. a week Approximately 1 year experience in Application Administration Experience with Discord, Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Workspace, GSuite, Trello, and or Github Strong interpersonal skills that support activities to improve the individual, program, and organizational performance (e.g., encouragement, optimism, compassion, empathy, resilience, recognition of the value of performance improvement) Qualifying Attitude: You want to be part of something great that positively impacts society especially in times of crisis You are proactive to collaborate remotely Benefits: Work from anywhere on earth - 100% remote Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community Level up your skills OPT & CPT programs Make a big impact in the world Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Date Posted: Sep 16, 2021
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Games for Love is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that works to ease suffering, save lives, and create sustainable futures for children. We believe in the concept of "distraction therapy" and bring the joy of gaming into the lives of our junior gamers in hospitals around the country. We plan to help 10 million kids in the next 5 years. We have a healthy ecosystem to achieve that goal with your intelligent contribution. League of Pros consists of professionals in the tech, gaming, or STEM industries giving back to help mentor children, young adults, and adults to help them in our mission of sustainability. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, motivated, and hard-working. Responsibilities: Navigate Corporate HR and Social Responsibility departments to effectively communicate benefits of our programs for volunteer recruiting Experience Pairing Mentors with Mentees Experience with software and game projects in the past is a plus Interface with the Interns International program to coordinate League Of Pros members who would like to participate as mentors to Interns in the program Collaborate with the GFL People and Culture Team to create, plan, and execute recognition and appreciation programs Requirements: Ability to volunteer 10-15 hrs per week for a minimum of 12 months Gaming industry connections Program or project management experience of 1 year or more At least 1 year of recruiting experience Experience Pairing Mentors with Mentees Strong interpersonal skills that support activities to improve the individual, program, and organizational performance (e.g., encouragement, optimism, compassion, empathy, resilience, recognition of the value of performance improvement) Collaborate with the people and culture team to create, plan, and execute recognition and appreciation programs Worked with Nonprofit Volunteer Programs with Corporate partners wither with a nonprofit, or from the corporate side a major plus Qualifying Attitude: You want to be part of something great that positively impacts society especially in times of crisis You are proactive to collaborate remotely Benefits: Work from anywhere on earth - 100% remote Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community Level up your skills OPT & CPT programs Make a big impact in the world Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Date Posted: Oct 26, 2021
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Interns International Program - Volunteer Environment Artist Mentor - NO COMPENSATION (Remote) Do you work full-time as an Environment Artist in the Game, Tech or STEM Industry? Are you looking for an opportunity to mentor recent graduates or college students hoping to enter the industry? We are seeking mentors for incoming classes of our Interns International program. Interns International is a one-year internship program designed to help students and recent graduates obtain experience to enter the gaming industry. Interns have the chance to receive mentorship from professionals in the industry alongside the opportunity to work on Games for Love projects. Requirements Have a full time Environment Artist job in Game, Tech or STEM Industry Able to commit to at least 3-5 hours per week Able to communicate via Discord Mentor Role & Responsibilities Mentor a group of no more than 5 interns Commit to leading whole group meetings once per week Conduct one-on-one meetings with each intern once per month to provide feedback and areas of growth Assist interns with resume and portfolio development and refinement If you are interested, please apply by visiting https://gamesforlove.org/mentor-app/ About Interns International The Interns International Program matches students, aspiring engineers, and those on our previous programs with active development groups and mentors to gain real industry experience and kick-start their careers. This one-year program focuses on practical experience to bridge the gaps between education and full-time careers in Tech, Gaming, and STEM with the intent of gaining sustainability. Interns International Program is a big part of Games for Love’s mission to provide sustainability through our Program Ecosystem Approach. About Games for Love Games for Love is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that works to ease suffering, save lives, and create sustainable futures for children. We believe in the concept of "distraction therapy" and bring the joy of gaming into the lives of our junior gamers in hospitals around the country. Our plan is to help 10 million kids in the next 5 years. We have a healthy ecosystem to achieve that goal with your intelligent contribution. To apply, please visit: https://gamesforlove.org/mentor-app/
Date Posted: Oct 27, 2021
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Games for Love is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that works to ease suffering, save lives, and create sustainable futures for children. We believe in the concept of "distraction therapy" and bring the joy of gaming into the lives of our junior gamers in hospitals around the country. We plan to help 10 million kids in the next 5 years. We have a healthy ecosystem to achieve that goal with your intelligent contribution. We are seeking a Volunteer Game Development Team Lead who is a creative leader with proven game development experience to join our Channel Surfing Community Game Project. Channel Surfing is a small-scale open-world VR game where you can explore multiple worlds. Instead of channel surfing outside of the TV, you are in it, and able to interact with the world around you. In this role, you will be responsible for leading game development projects in the execution of project vision and the go-to-market strategy. Responsibilities: Responsible for leading a team of developers for some project management Assist in the planning of systems, gameplay, mechanics, and features Assure proper implementation of programming into the game project adhering to technical benchmarks for strong game performance Prototyping solutions and development on the game while managing team members Take ownership of day-to-day operations and cross-functional needs for a full-stack, distinct game development team Provides task level direction and oversight of the project’s team of designers, developers, and QA Drives overall product quality and test planning Define and implement key performance metrics and feedback process Identify roadblocks and provide solutions to mitigate risks Requirements: Able to donate approx. 10-20 hrs. a week (hours will vary depending on project and time management skills) for at least 12 months Passion for video games Experience with full-cycle game design 2+ years experience leading development teams/projects Strong communicator Strong project management skills Proficient with programming languages, including, Unity, C++, Java, and C Ability to solve complex software and coding issues Experience building libraries and APIs Experience implementing processes and tools for efficiency gains Basic understanding of good code architecture practices VR experience is a plus International or global/virtual project or program management experience Qualifying Attitude: You want to be part of something great that positively impacts society especially in times of crisis You are proactive to collaborate remotely Benefits: Work from anywhere on earth - 100% remote Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community Level up your skills Volunteer grants approved OPT & CPT programs Make a big impact in the world Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Date Posted: Nov 9, 2021
