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"Breaking into the games industry" feels like a dangerous term. I see it used everywhere, but here are the flaws: - It sounds desperate: "I'd do anything... I just want to work in games!" This prioritizes the *idea* of working in games over the *work* of working in games. It's an employer's market, but they still need workers. - It's not helpful: This is more important than the last one. Don't mind sounding desperate? That's fine. But you should mind if you don't sound valuable or helpful. Think about it from the company's point of view. If *you* don't know what you want to do -- "I just want to break in!" -- then how can they place you? How can you be an asset? - It's tired: I'm writing this post because I see those words so often. That also means it's tired and boring and doesn't separate you from the next candidate. If you lead with an objective of "I just want to work in games," then you have set a goal equal or worse to everyone else who is applying. They all want to work in games, too. My suggestion of what to do instead? Drop the phrase entirely, pick what you *actually want to do* in games, work on those skills relentlessly as you continue to apply, and then lead with that message. Here's mine: I want to continue designing the player's experience through story, actions, characters, and gameplay. I am passionate about bringing these together and collaborating with multiple departments to make it work. If I had no experience doing this, I would simply change "continue designing" to "design" and that's it. Your words matter. Choose them wisely. #gamedesign #narrativedesign #gameart #gamesindustry #gamingindustry #gamedev #gamedevelopment #gamejobs #gamedevjobs

Recently, I had the privilege of engaging in an in-depth conversation with a senior game designer involved in the development of an upcoming open-world fantasy game. As an aspiring game design and development scholar, this discussion not only offered valuable insights into the daily tasks and responsibilities of a game designer but also prompted a thoughtful reflection on their journey of entering the field of game development. During our discussion, we delved into the recurring "paradox" often faced when entering professional fields across various industries. Much like other disciplines where gaining experience is a prerequisite for obtaining experience, game design requires the creation of a game to truly understand the craft. However, this requirement extends further when transitioning into a professional environment. While the foundational knowledge acquired through college courses is invaluable, it differs significantly from the practical experience gained while working on a team within the industry. The developer emphasized the importance of team collaboration, referring to it as an aspect they wished they had experienced during the earlier stages of their career. The value derived from working on team projects is immeasurable, as it sprouts not only practical and technical skills, but also communication and problem-solving abilities. Consequently, even developers with impressive resumes and portfolios may find themselves overlooked for positions if they lack effective collaboration and communication skills, despite demonstrating clear proficiency in game design concepts. In conclusion, while academic training provides a solid foundation, true mastery in game design often comes from hands-on experience through collaborative team environments. Therefore, aspiring game designers should seek opportunities to engage in team-based projects to further cultivate the diverse skill sets required for success in entering the industry. Regardless of whether your task involved developing an entire game or just several systems or parts of the project, any experience involving collaboration is worth being highlighted. #gamedesign #gamedev #gaming #gamecareers #videogames

🎮 Do video games rhyme with IT professions❓💻 𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝕒𝕟𝕤𝕨𝕖𝕣 𝕚𝕤 𝕒 𝕣𝕖𝕤𝕠𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕐𝔼𝕊!💡 👉 Creativity, innovation, problem-solving, the qualities needed to excel in the world of video games are the same as those required in IT professions. Every time a gamer seeks to pass a difficult level or find a winning strategy, he or she activates skills similar to those a developer or engineer uses on a daily basis to resolve bugs or design complex algorithms. 🔧 𝙰𝚕𝚐𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚝𝚑𝚖𝚒𝚌 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐: just as in software development, video games require the ability to plan, analyze and execute actions in a chain. Gamers are constantly in “debugging” mode! 🕹️ 𝚃𝚎𝚊𝚖𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚔: in multiplayer games, cooperation is essential. Exactly as in an IT project, where collaboration between developers, engineers and designers is the key to success. 📈 𝚁𝚊𝚙𝚒𝚍 𝚊𝚍𝚊𝚙𝚝𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚝𝚘 𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝚝𝚎𝚌𝚑𝚗𝚘𝚕𝚘𝚐𝚒𝚎𝚜: each new generation of consoles or games pushes gamers to learn new mechanics, just as the IT world is constantly evolving. Industry professionals, too, must always be at the cutting edge of the latest technological innovations. 𝐈𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐓 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 and not just for the IT sector...! 🚀 #VideoGames #IT #Technology #Development #Innovation #CriticalSpirit #Adaptability #Collaboration #LinkedIn #Career

You are trying to get an Entry-Job in games but it's more difficult than expected? Well, same for me. But the good thing is we are in the same boat aren't we? 😉 So, hear me out and tell me what you think of my idea: Since none of us is perfect in ALL areas of game dev, why don't we just get together and build games together? Support each other and create outstanding games for our portfolios! 😎 I am looking for some passionate (no, not "talented" or something else, I don't care if you have ever done something with games before) artist, programmer, 3D-modeller, music creator, whatever you think you can contribute to make games together. What I have in mind: - no hierarchy in group, everyone's ideas welcome -> let's just create your dream game - mobile or desktop - fix meetings (let it be online) once a week - fun and passion & very important dedication 💥 #GameDevCollaboration #EntryLevelGameDev #IndieGameTeam #GameDevelopmentCommunity #GameDevNetworking #GameDevCollab #PassionateCreators #DreamGameProject #NoHierarchyGameDev #CreativeCollaboration #GameDevOpportunity #TeamBuildingInGameDev #DedicatedCreators #JoinTheGameDevJourney #GameDevTogether #WeeklyMeetings #BuildGamesTogether #CollaborativeGameDesign #PassionProjectGameDev #InclusiveGameDevelopment

Looking for an experienced 🤖 Game Designer? 🤖 Yoshua Woo is currently looking for his next employer! (You'll find his portfolio and resume linked in the comments⬇) A quick tl;dr: about Yoshua ✍⬇ While only being with us for 1 year, Yoshua took responsibility from day 1. He is the kind of guy where you know everything he says can be relied upon and is based on learning, testing, and data. I wholeheartedly believe that Yoshua can improve every project out there with his expertise, by looking at and improving the game to achieve a more engaging and polished experience. Responsibilities: 💠Ownership & Creative Direction in every game design aspect of our 6-person team. 💠Developed & iterated game design features and the overall UX based on testing results 💠Conceptualized & verified important core gameplay and aligned the whole team on a common goal/UX/prototype result. 💠Focus on 3Cs and systems Professional Experience: 👾 1,5 years But do not be fooled - he punches way above his weight (XP) mentioned. But do not only ask me, because I'm biased (GoGo Yoshua!), ask the following persons from 3rd parties who worked with him at some point: - Guido Schmidt (Associated Executive Producer at Remedy Entertainment Plc and Author of Game Design: Impossible. Over the last months Guido mentored Yoshua) - Ralf C. Adam (games industry veteran & Producer at TigerTeam Productions) 💡 He really is one of the friendliest people I know and an invaluable asset to any team. Oh, did I mention he can code and has a tech background? 🔃 Please consider engaging with this post to give it the best chance to meet more people and opportunities. -- 📣 As announced in our studio closure post this is the second part (of 6) where I introduce you to our team. 💼 Everyone is looking for a new job and it would be awesome if you could engage with this post, to support us. We're thankful for every opportunity 🧬 Next up: Game Programmer, Daniel Beer -- #games #gamesindustry #lookingforjob #gamedev #remotejobs #gamesdevelopment #gamedesign #technicalgamedesign #indiegame #indiedev #videogames #gamesystems #3Cs

Only 4 spots are available for the Game Creator Accelerator to start this month! If you are an "Aspiring Game Developer," "Aspiring Game Programmer," or an "Aspiring Game Designer," this is your chance to STOP Aspiring and make it a reality. Visit wulum.com to get more information! I'm going to take you from not knowing a thing about creating video games to having a fully functional demo to publish. But what really differentiates the GCA from any other educational program is the lifetime access to my mentorship and coaching, and the fact that everything we'll cover is part of a strategic career plan to sit you at the front row of headhunters and talent seekers of the industry. What are you waiting for? And the way we're going to start this process is with inspiration. Inspiration like what you see in this beautiful image created by Framestore Art Department (https://lnkd.in/gZKuqGev) that I'll always visit to remind me that knowing how to create video games is like controlling portals to different universes people still don't know they want to visit and discover. #GameDevelopment #GameDesign #AspiringGameCreators #GameIndustry #GameProgrammer #CareerInGames #Mentorship #IndieGameDev #GamingCareers #CreativeIndustries

🎮 Ready to Level Up: Pursuing a Career in Game Design! 🚀 After years of passion for gaming and a deep appreciation for the creativity behind every storyline and character, I'm excited to announce my decision to pursue a career in game design. With a blend of technical skills, artistic vision, and a love for storytelling, I'm ready to dive headfirst into the world of game development. From crafting immersive gameplay experiences to designing captivating environments, I'm eager to contribute my unique perspective to this dynamic industry. As I embark on this journey, I'm committed to honing my skills, seeking mentorship, and immersing myself in the latest trends and technologies shaping the gaming landscape. Whether it's through formal education, online courses, or hands-on projects, I'm dedicated to building a solid foundation that will propel me toward success in game design. I'm eager to connect with professionals in the gaming community, learn from their experiences, and explore opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects. If you're passionate about game design or have insights to share, I'd love to connect. #gamedev #gamedesign #gamedevelopmemt #indiedev #lookingforwork

I'm working on the creation of a video game program for newbies in the video game industry. But I don't want to create something that will be only tossing information. My goal is to achieve transformation in the people that will get into the curriculum. To do it, I need to ask questions to people without previous knowledge to create video games that want to take their first step. I'm looking for individuals who are passionate about video games but lack experience in coding or other game development tools. If you are feeling stuck in a current job or career that isn't fulfilling or inspiring, and you feel like you've hit a ceiling, I’d love to hear from you. I want to understand your challenges, frustrations, dreams, and goals to create something truly transformational for aspiring game developers. If you fit this description, or if you know someone who does (a friend, family member, colleague, etc.), please reach out. Your insights would be incredibly valuable. If you're interested, please comment "YES" below or send me a DM. Thank you so much for your help! .... #GameDevelopment #GameDev #IndieGameDev #GameDesign #LevelDesign #GameDesigner #GameIndustry #VideoGames #GameArt #GameProgramming #GamingCommunity #GameDevelopers #GameDevLife #GameMaker #GameProject #GameCreation #GameStudio #GameDevelopmentCommunity #IndieGame

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🌟 Crafting Immersive Worlds: The Alchemy of Textures, Animation, Meshes, and Lighting! 🎮✨ Hey LinkedIn community! 👋 Today, I'm excited to peel back the curtain on a crucial aspect of my game development journey - the art of weaving textures, animation, meshes, and environment lighting into a tapestry of immersive gameplay. 🖌️🕹️ 🎨 Textures: Adding Life to Virtual Surfaces Textures are the soul of any virtual world. I've honed my skills in integrating textures seamlessly, breathing life into surfaces and creating a visual feast for players. From detailed landscapes to character expressions, each texture contributes to the overall storytelling within the game. 🌐🖼️ 🔄 Animation: The Dance of Virtual Life Animating characters and environments is where the magic truly happens. Proficient in the dance of keyframes, I've brought characters to life and imbued environments with dynamic movement. The fluidity of animation enhances the player's connection with the game world, making every interaction feel authentic and engaging. 💃🕹️ 🔗 Meshes: Building Solid Foundations Meshes form the backbone of the game's structure. I've skillfully integrated meshes, ensuring that each element fits seamlessly into the virtual space. From characters to objects, the meticulous arrangement of meshes contributes to a cohesive and visually appealing game environment. 🧩🕹️ 💡 Environment Lighting: Setting the Mood Lighting is more than just illumination; it sets the mood and tone of the game. Proficient in environment lighting, I've played with shadows, colors, and intensities to create atmospheres that enhance the player's emotional connection to the virtual world. It's all about evoking the right emotions at the right moments. 🌅💡 The process of integrating these elements is an art form, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the immersive experiences of players. Excited for the future projects that will allow me to continue pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology! 🚀🎮 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #gaming #gamingindustry #optimization #mobilegames #mobilegaming #web3gaming #web3 #unity3d #gamedev #gamedeveloper #gamedevelopment #tips #skillup #skills #games #gameindustry #hiring #jobs #gamejobs #helpinghands #share #cfbr #opentowork #newopportunity #newpost