Pouchie The Cat - An indie video game

Project Overview

Re-opening this project due to slow progress and team members leaving. Also: New position opened for a project manager! While I do want help with the project, I'm not suited for leadership position, and would like help on that front.

Hello everyone!

EDIT FOR CLARIFICATION: I noticed people were applying with rates and employment contracts, and I thought I should clarify: I picked the profit share option for the project because the game doesn't have a budget at this moment. The idea is that if the game is successful, and ends up making money, then, and only then would I be able to split profits with the people involved. So anyone applying should still think of this as a volunteer position. Also, while the project isn't 18+, I would prefer having adults working on the project, for safety concerns.

I am requesting help in polishing and finishing my solo project: Pouchie The Cat. It started off as a college assignment, but after a while, I continued to develop and expand the game beyond a mere concept. Now the game is much further along in it's progress, and has even reached the point where about half of the levels and boss battles have been completed. You can even play the game yourself and see the progress that has been made: https://thatelfnerd.itch.io/pouchie-the-cat-public-demo

But I feel like the game could evolve and improve if I had a few extra sets of hands. Artists, musicians, as well as other people with a talent in game design and game development. Since this is a small indie game, I can't promise a big payout, if any. But if people end up financially supporting the project, and I can split it amongst the crew, I absolutely will. Translation: Anyone applying should consider this to be volunteer work, since the project currently has no budget. But if you're more interested in gaining experience and connections making an indie game, then feel free to share what talent you think you can offer the team! We're happy to have you!

Anyone joining the project will get their names in the credits, and can use their time working on the project as work experience when updating their resume. Please note that we do NOT accept Machine Learning/AI submissions. We want ethically-sourced art and music.

IMPORTANT NOTE: While there is only one role per position, I'll absolutely take more than one person per role, if I feel like we need the extra hands. So I won't officially close any of the roles until I'm sure we've got all the talent that we need. So don't be afraid to submit an application, even if others have already applied for the role. You might get picked regardless. That being said, all project communication will be done on discord, so please share your discord information!

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  • Re-opening the project

    I'm re-opening the project as some new roles are now necessary, including, most importantly, a project manager. While I do still want the game to follow my vision, I am very much not a project leader, and would need someone with leadership skills to help take charge of the project so that the project actually moves forward. People who've already applied to the project but haven't heard back from me, feel free to DM if you're still interested in the project. And if you want to re-submit your applications with more up to date information, absolutely do so! I'd love to see what everyone has worked on.

Project Roles: Concept Artists Promo Artist Sprite Artists 8-bit musicians Level Designers Writers Social Media Manager Project Manager
Artist
Artist
Concept Artists
open
Deferred: Profit Share

As a concept artist, you will be tasked in creating concepts and ideas that can be used in the game. This can range from characters, mobs, worlds, levels, cutscenes, etc. If you think it would be cool to add to the game, show us what you got! Also be sure to share your discord details so that I can send you an invite if I pick you!

Language:
  • english
  • french
Other info:
  • character concepts
  • concept art
  • concept design

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Artist
Artist
Promo Artist
open
Deferred: Profit Share

I've secured a Steam Page for the game, but the art banners that I currently have were not accepted by Steam due to it not conforming to the specifics that they require. It would be nice to get an artist who's capable of making professional art for the game that can be used on the official Steam page for advertising and encouraging people to wishlist.


Artists who specialize in old cartoon art and Sonic Fan Art would be best suited for this role!

Language:
  • english
  • french
Other info:
  • character design
  • game art
  • background art design

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Artist
Artist
Sprite Artists
open
Deferred: Profit Share

As the Sprite Artist, you will assist the team in designing the in-game look of the characters, mobs, and environment either based on provided concept art, or you could create new assets for the game if the inspiration hits you. Characters and mobs would need to have animated sprites in order to actively function in the game. Also be sure to share your discord details so that I can send you an invite if I pick you!

Language:
  • english
  • french
Other info:
  • pixel artist
  • pixel animation

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Musician
Musician
8-bit musicians
open
Deferred: Profit Share

I would like a musician that would be capable of making music that fits in the 8-bit aesthetic of Pouchie The Cat while also making music reminiscent of old Black and White cartoons, or even Loony Toons era. Also be sure to share your discord details so that I can send you an invite if I pick you!

Language:
  • french
  • english
Other info:
  • 8bit music
  • audio engineer (music)

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Writer
Writer
Level Designers
open
Deferred: Profit Share

Level designers will have the responsibility for creating levels for players to explore and navigate in order to progress through the game. People with experience in the Godot game engine would be preferred, but is not necessary if you have experience with level design. Even if it's just Super Mario Maker, your skills might have some use in this project. Also be sure to share your discord details so that I can send you an invite if I pick you!

Language:
  • english
  • french
Other info:
  • game development
  • level design
  • Godot Game Engine
  • game design

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Writer
Writer
Writers
open
Deferred: Profit Share

So when it comes to the writing of Pouchie The Cat, it doesn't need to be super complex, as it's a very basic pixel platformer, but having someone to help bounce ideas off of regarding the story would come in handy. If you've written basic stories before, your skills would be welcome! Be sure to share your discord so I can easily invite you to the server if I end up picking you.

Language:
  • english
  • french
Other info:
  • short story writing
  • story developing

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Writer
Writer
Social Media Manager
open
Deferred: Profit Share

So while the main focus of the project is to finish and publish the game as a finished product, it would be cool if we could properly advertise the game. Do you know how to market and sell a game? Can you manage a social media webpage? I personally struggle with that, but if you know how to do it, it could help the game thrive, which I think would be really cool! Be sure to share your discord so that I can add you to the group, if I end up choosing you!

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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Producer
Producer
Project Manager
open
Deferred: Profit Share

As the Project Manager, you would be responsible for planning out deadlines for deliverables, scheduling meetings with team members when they're available, and coordinating with the lead developer (me) on how to best move forward with the project while respecting the creative vision associated with it. Someone who's lead indie game projects in the past would be preferred, but anyone with leadership skills would be welcome to apply.

Language:
  • english
  • french
Other info:
  • project management
  • leadership

  • *Say something you think would fit*

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