Creative Developer, Media Technology & Tools Design

Location: Remote (Must reside within 100 miles of Cupertino, CA or Culver City, CA)

Duration: 3-Month Contract

Pay Rate: $93.00/hour

Our client is seeking a Creative Developer to join a design-focused technology team dedicated to building tools, applications, and automation solutions that empower creative teams to work more efficiently at scale. This role combines software development expertise with a passion for design, enabling the creation of innovative workflows, automation systems, and content production tools that support large-scale digital media experiences.

The ideal candidate has experience developing web applications and/or native macOS applications, a strong understanding of creative production workflows, and a genuine appreciation for design and user experience. This individual will collaborate closely with designers, creative technologists, and cross-functional teams to build tools that streamline processes, automate repetitive tasks, and unlock new creative possibilities.

• Design, build, and maintain web-based and native macOS applications that improve creative production workflows.
  
• Develop automation tools that reduce manual effort and increase efficiency for creative and production teams.
  
• Create scalable solutions that support high-volume content creation and asset management processes.
  
• Prototype and implement innovative tools that enhance design and media production workflows.
  

• Build integrations and automation solutions that connect creative tools, content platforms, and internal systems.
  
• Utilize APIs and data services to retrieve, process, transform, and distribute creative assets.
  
• Develop scripts, services, and utilities that streamline repetitive production tasks.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and workflow optimization.
  

• Develop plugins, extensions, and services for creative applications such as:
  
  
  
  • Adobe Photoshop
    
  • Adobe Illustrator
    
  • Adobe After Effects
    
  • Sketch
    
  
  
• Support ongoing maintenance and enhancement of creative tooling ecosystems.
  
• Troubleshoot issues and implement improvements based on user feedback.
  

• Maintain existing software applications and ensure compatibility with new operating system and software releases.
  
• Create and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and support materials.
  
• Manage software releases, version control, and deployment processes.
  
• Monitor application performance and address bugs, enhancements, and feature requests.
  

• Partner closely with designers, creative teams, product stakeholders, and engineering partners.
  
• Gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and translate creative needs into effective solutions.
  
• Support team members by answering questions, troubleshooting issues, and providing technical assistance.
  
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovation-focused team environment.
  

• Experience building applications using modern web technologies and frameworks such as React or similar platforms.
  
• Strong proficiency with modern JavaScript and ECMAScript standards.
  
• Experience with at least one server-side technology such as:
  
  
  
  • Node.js
    
  • Python
    
  
  
• Experience working with RESTful APIs, JSON data structures, and web service integrations.
  
• Understanding of HTTP protocols and client-server architecture.
  
• Experience developing native macOS applications using Swift.
  
• Experience with shell scripting using Bash, ZSH, or similar scripting environments.
  
• Experience automating workflows within creative applications such as:
  
  
  
  • Adobe Photoshop
    
  • Adobe Illustrator
    
  • Adobe After Effects
    
  • Sketch
    
  
  
• Familiarity with Git version control and repository management using platforms such as GitHub.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design intuitive solutions for complex challenges.
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, design-centric environments and quickly learn new technologies.
  
• Passion for digital media, creative technology, and user experience.
  

• Experience with database technologies such as:
  
  
  
  • PostgreSQL
    
  • MongoDB
    
  
  
• Experience building creative workflow automation systems.
  
• Familiarity with content management platforms, media pipelines, or asset management systems.
  
• Experience supporting design, media, entertainment, or content production organizations.
  
• Knowledge of software distribution, release management, and deployment best practices.
  
• Experience creating tools that support creative professionals and content creators.
  

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Interactive Media, Design Technology, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.