Video Game Developer

Computer Game Developer

Score a Video Game Career

Love video games and dream of a career as a professional game developer but unsure where to begin? Already working in games but want to learn more about the good and bad of a career in the games industry from an experienced developer? Video games are more popular than ever but the industry is small and notoriously difficult to break into. This book will cover the complete process from job application to landing a job as well as give an honest look at life as a professional video game developer. In an ultra-competitive industry, you need every advantage possible to stand out from the crowd. By reading this book you will receive Power-Ups and Bonus XP for your journey in game development. Some of the topics covered in this book include: Different career paths inside professional video game development. Deciding whether to enroll in a school or program in order to get a job. Tips on writing your cover letter, resume, and creating a high-quality portfolio or demo reel. Using networking and social media to become a better job candidate. Proven methods of searching for game development jobs. A look behind the scenes at the typical job application process inside video game studios. A breakdown of the full interview process. What to expect during an on-site interview and how to have a successful one. Information about money such as salary, relocation, benefits and at-will employment. Some of the perils of working in video games such as layoffs and working overtime. Reasons why a career game development might not be right for you. If you are interested in a career working in video games or just curious about how game studios work from an insiders perspective, this book will shine a light on all these topics and more. Whether you dream of a successful career in video games or are simply curious, this book will provide knowledge and insight about the game industry written by a professional game developer. Buy this book today and journey to a career making video games!

Break Into The Game Industry: How to Get A Job Making Video Games

Find out from an industry veteran exactly what you need to do to become a game designer, tester, artist, producer, programmer, writer, soundtrack composer, videographer, or sales/marketing professional. You’ll get full-spectrum coverage of positions available within the game industry as well as details on how a game is created--from start to finish--and much more.