If you are among the 126 million active Minecraft players worldwide and enjoy a little light gardening, you may wonder when your hobbies can intersect in a way that results in a salary. That time is now, thanks to a new job opening for the role of virtual landscape gardener in the 3D worlds created in Minecraft. Here’s what you need to know.
What the job involves
The position is with Whatshed, a buyer’s guide to UK-based garden buildings. Specifically, the company is looking to “Recruit a collective of virtual landscapers to provide professional advice to players looking to improve their outdoor space in the game.
The functions of the virtual landscape gardener involve:
- Assessing a customer’s current setand providing creative feedback
- Provide customers with suggested configurations that are within their budget, and explain the reasoning behind each of these choices
- Creation of several designs for each client, in case they want a redesign in the future
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Those selected as consultants can earn up to $ 60 an hour for their services at the time of hiring, but will be able to set their own rates and work flexibly – and remotely – after that.
Qualifications needed
To be considered, the candidate must possess the following main skills:
- A working knowledge of Minecraft
- Strong communication skills
- Creative sign
- Confidence in remote work
- A passion for gardening / outdoor activities
And while it is not essential, having previous experience in landscaping is an advantage.
How to apply
If that sounds like work to you, Fill out this form, including a description of why you think you would be an excellent virtual landscaper (in 500 words) and a description of your previous work experience related to this position.
In the meantime, if you want to hire a Minecraft landscape gardener, you can register your interest using this form.