E24 How to Get a Job in Game Development
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Dreaming of a career in game development? In the gaming industry, relevant skills and real experience delivering outcomes matter more than a college degree. If you’re highly creative and technical, and can work well on a team, you’ll do well in this industry, but keep in mind that working in game dev is not all fun and games.     On today’s episode, Building Better Games is addressing some of the myths and struggles of the industry, such as the pressure and time crunch many people in game dev are faced with. With a higher supply than there is demand for workers, there’s stiff competition and passion and a great resume just aren’t enough to land your dream role.     You’ll hear what the gaming industry is really like, both the numerous positive elements and the few bad, as well as ways you can develop your skills on your journey to working in game dev. This included modding, joining a community, and of course - playing games!     For tips on how you can demonstrate your worth and stand out in a field that has an influx of new interest, tune in!     Topics discussed in this episode: - Misconceptions about working in the gaming industry - What the gaming industry actually looks like - Learning software development and problem solving - Advice on landing a job in game dev - Modding and getting exposure for your work - Roles that don’t require expertise/experience - How useful is a college degree? - Tips to improve your resume     If your company could benefit from talking to us, email [email protected] to set up a free 90-minute call!   For more episodes head to the Building Better Games Podlink.   Connect with us: TikTok Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
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