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Video Game Designer Career Guide

Video Game Designer Career Guide

n this article we’re going to talk about the video game industry, give you an idea of what you need to become a video game designer, what task the head-honchos will assign you, and the types of work readily available to you. We’ll also talk about the wages of your sins — in other words, how much does a game designer make in a year. Plus, just for kicks, give you a couple of tidbits on how to get your foot in the door and land that sweat cushy gig your 12-year-old self would have given his left kidney for. All this added to the occasional, and highly informative, pop-culture reference that dates this author’s shelf-life. 

Video Game Programmer Career Guide

Video Game Programmer Career Guide

Many young gamers dream of one day becoming video game engineers or programmers. It’s not uncommon for older gamers to change their career trajectory mid-course and aim for the gaming industry.But what is it about being a video game programmer that’s so appealing? Is it the sheer thought of earning a living by working with video games? Whatever your reasons are for wanting a career as a video game engineer, it’s important to have your own game plan in place. This guide will tell you everything you need to know to get your foot in the door and more.

How to Make a Career by Playing Video Games 

How to Make a Career by Playing Video Games 

If your idea of the perfect job consists of playing video games for hours on end, then a career as a game tester might be for you. Game testers play video games to find potential game-breaking glitches, bugs, exploits, plot holes, and spelling errors, among others

Remote Work and the Video Game Industry

Remote Work and the Video Game Industry

In recent years, remote work was implemented into several aspects of the video game industry. But it wasn't until the global pandemic that it became the norm. Of course, game studios reported record player engagement and revenues as high as never before, as players looked for home-based entertainment and distraction COVID-19 news. But what about the people who create the games? 

Is a Video Game Programmer a Good Career Choice?

Is a Video Game Programmer a Good Career Choice?

Are you looking to learn more about what video game programmers do? Do you have aspirations of creating your own video game or working on the next Halo? In this article we'l dive into what it actually means to be a video game programmer. The good, the bad, the ugly.

How to Become a Video Game Designer

How to Become a Video Game Designer

Video game designers use both creative and technical skills while producing electronic entertainment. And they fuel their careers with their enthusiasm for video games. In other words, they use their untamable passion for games to earn their living. Are you considering a career designing games? If so, read on.

How to Create the Perfect Portfolio

How to Create the Perfect Portfolio

For most office jobs, a well-presented CV and a personalized cover letter are enough to catch the hiring manager’s attention. However, applying for work in the video game industry is an entirely different beast. The main reason for this is that people working in gaming are programmers, designers, game developers, or even musicians. In other words, they have a practical role with a distinct skill-set.Interviewers of gaming companies love when an applicant has a solid portfolio. In fact, the portfolio is the number one promotional tool when looking for a job in the video game industry as it showcases previously created work and skill-sets like coding or programming languages. Let's dive into some ways you can make your portfolio stand out from the crowd!

Tips for Gaming Progammers

Tips for Gaming Progammers

Being a gaming programmer is hard work for sure. It is one of the most demanding jobs in the video game industry. But fret not as we've got you covered. We have compiled a list of essential tips and insights on how to improve as a programmer.‍

Video Game Industry Job Titles

Video Game Industry Job Titles

The video game industry has a variety of roles and positions. Each one must work separately, yet cohesively to bring a video game to life. In this post, we'll explore some of the different job functions, titles and roles.

Video Game Interview Tips for Video/Remote Interviews

Video Game Interview Tips for Video/Remote Interviews

Interviews are nerve racking for some. The thought of going into a conversation and selling your self, your skills, your experience can be a lot to bear when your dream job is on the line. Fear not, we've created some guidelines and tips that will help you crush your interview. Read on!

How To Get a Job as a Video Game Tester

How To Get a Job as a Video Game Tester

Does playing video games all day and getting paid for it sound like a good time? If so being a video game tester might be a great career for you. In this article we break down what it means to be a game tester and how you can get a job playing video games!

13 Great Books For Gaming Enthusiasts

13 Great Books For Gaming Enthusiasts

There's a popular belief that video games are only button-mashing action and that there's no room for thinking and consideration or even more, literature. As the video game industry is still in its infancy when compared to other art forms, the publishing industry is still attempting to catch up with its sudden rise and demand. Over the last few years, there are more and more impressive books about the video game space, from encyclopedias to comics to actual novels.

5 Tips to Successfully Interview for Jobs in the Video Game Space

5 Tips to Successfully Interview for Jobs in the Video Game Space

The video game industry is massive and accumulated a whopping $159B revenue in 2020. As such, it seems reasonable that even more talented job-seekers consider jumping in. However, interviewing for some of the big game studios can be the least intimidating, especially when in recent years, the game industry has become more competitive than ever before. In this post we'll share some tips to land a job in the video game industry.

10 Secrets of Video Game Testers

10 Secrets of Video Game Testers

‍Video game testers are right in the very heart of the $160 billion video gaming industry by making sure that video games are free of glitches before release in order to prevent customer dissatisfaction. Video game testing can be rigorous but rewarding. In this article we dive into some of the less well known secrets of the trade.

6 Careers for Video Game Enthusiasts

6 Careers for Video Game Enthusiasts

Have you always wanted to work in the video game space but don't know what type of jobs exist? We break down 6 careers that exist in the video game industry that gamers love! One of these will blow your mind!

How to Get a Job as a Game Developer

How to Get a Job as a Game Developer

Have you ever asked yourself, “How do I become a game developer?” Maybe you’ve been playing video games so long your thumbs are calloused or you’ve been programming here and there and want to make the jump to create video games. Either way, it’s going to take some experience to break into the video game industry. In this article, we’ll outline some steps that help you stand out amongst the pack and some ways you can get experience if you’re just starting out in the Video Game Developer world. Strap in, double check your keyboard and mouse connections and let’s go!

How to Get a Job in the Video Game Industry

How to Get a Job in the Video Game Industry

With all the buzz around video games it might be a good time to break into the industry. You may ask yourself questions like, “Where do I start ?” “What skills are needed?” “What jobs exist?” In this article, we’ll answer these questions in detail and share some insights to how you can break into this exciting space. Grab your headsets, strap in and let’s go on a ride!...or just continue reading. That works too.‍

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