I Want To Get Into The Gaming Industry.

[Kidkillroy1 13]

I am graduating with a degree in Digital Media Communications. If possible where could I apply to get into the game/game news industry? I would love any advice please and thank you!

[Aqua7KH 5,395]

I mean, I'm just starting college in be fall, but if I were you I'd go to cons and make connections with the gaming industries there. I feel like indie developers are a perfect place to start since I figure they'd be easier to get in contact and are very humble. You can also go to websites of video game companies and click the careers section on the site to see what it says. Your school should have helped you with that.

[Kidkillroy1 13]

Thank You!

[WayfindersDestiny 172]

As someone who recently graduated from a Game Animation college, to get into the industry in any part of the field making connections and networking is absolutely paramount! I highly recommend making a Linkedin Profile, connecting to animators, gaming production members etc and viewing their work, as well as being active within various social media platforms (ie I follow and comment on a lot of the Bioware animation teams work, where I can) and be willing to do intern work for a company to work your way into the industry. Also if there are any game industry open social network nights around your area I highly recommend you going,this will be your best chance at finding a new, upcoming or indie company looking for someone to focus on the communications, marketing and media side of their work. Also see if you can get into companies that regularly report on the game industry, and attend any conventions for the game industry where other members of the media will be there so you can ask any questions you need to follow that dream. It's going to be hard, all elements of the game industry are fiercely competitive but don't let that stop you from chasing what you want. Sometimes even starting your own mini news reporting social media voice on places such as YouTube or Twitter can be a great place to be seen. And always volunteer should an opportunity come up as it will look great on a resume, however don't feel that you can only volunteer nor let people walk all over you for no pay all the time, you need to survive in this world too. Good luck!

[Kidkillroy1 13]

As someone who recently graduated from a Game Animation college, to get into the industry in any part of the field making connections and networking is absolutely paramount! I highly recommend making a Linkedin Profile, connecting to animators, gaming production members etc and viewing their work, as well as being active within various social media platforms (ie I follow and comment on a lot of the Bioware animation teams work, where I can) and be willing to do intern work for a company to work your way into the industry. Also if there are any game industry open social network nights around your area I highly recommend you going,this will be your best chance at finding a new, upcoming or indie company looking for someone to focus on the communications, marketing and media side of their work. Also see if you can get into companies that regularly report on the game industry, and attend any conventions for the game industry where other members of the media will be there so you can ask any questions you need to follow that dream. It's going to be hard, all elements of the game industry are fiercely competitive but don't let that stop you from chasing what you want. Sometimes even starting your own mini news reporting social media voice on places such as YouTube or Twitter can be a great place to be seen. And always volunteer should an opportunity come up as it will look great on a resume, however don't feel that you can only volunteer nor let people walk all over you for no pay all the time, you need to survive in this world too. Good luck!

I really appreciate this I will take all of this into consideration thank you!

[Dustin Lübbers 933]

You cold try to send companies your information that is go to the websites of developers and ask if they need more people

[The Transcendent Key 12,109]

Well my friend, if you wish to get into the gaming industry, you should try to get yourself out there and send resumes to gaming companies so they can see your credentials! I'm sure that if you scout hard enough, a game company will see your persistence, and they'll want to hire you, for sure! Investigate everywhere that you can!

 

If you want to get into gaming journalism, I think Game Informer would be great, since it's the world's number one video game magazine! I wish you the best of luck, friend!

Edited March 27, 2017 by The Transcendent Key

[Team Mike 19]

I'm graduating in about a month with a Computer Science and Game Design combined degree, so I would know about trying to get a job in the game industry. Even though I'm going to be working as a software engineer, I know a bunch of tips and tricks from my fellow students and the Game Dev club that's at my college.

 

First off, just sending resumes doesn't really work. The game design industry is about who you know and not necessarily what you know. So talking to developers physically is super important in getting connections and a job. LinkedIn helps a bit, but the main way you'll contact them is through events. Any con or game showcase is a great opportunity to talk to developers, show them that you're interested in their works and in game design as a whole, and make sure to get their business card, send them an email, and keep in contact with them. Also look and see if there are any developer playtest groups or developer meetups in your area, because those meet more regularly and you can get people to remember you (which is vital).

 

Second, I don't know where you live or where you are, but definitely volunteer at conventions if you can. Some of my friends got grants from my school to volunteer at GDC, where all the big developers are. It's a great chance to connect with more devs.

 

I understand my perspective is from game design / programming and not necessarily from the news perspective. I would definitely ask your professors about the industry (ask your college advisors as well) and about tips to get a job.

 

Any other questions, don't hesitate to ask

[Clouded Sun 1,232]

I'm graduating in about a month with a Computer Science and Game Design combined degree, so I would know about trying to get a job in the game industry. Even though I'm going to be working as a software engineer, I know a bunch of tips and tricks from my fellow students and the Game Dev club that's at my college.

First off, just sending resumes doesn't really work. The game design industry is about who you know and not necessarily what you know. So talking to developers physically is super important in getting connections and a job. LinkedIn helps a bit, but the main way you'll contact them is through events. Any con or game showcase is a great opportunity to talk to developers, show them that you're interested in their works and in game design as a whole, and make sure to get their business card, send them an email, and keep in contact with them. Also look and see if there are any developer playtest groups or developer meetups in your area, because those meet more regularly and you can get people to remember you (which is vital).

Second, I don't know where you live or where you are, but definitely volunteer at conventions if you can. Some of my friends got grants from my school to volunteer at GDC, where all the big developers are. It's a great chance to connect with more devs.

I understand my perspective is from game design / programming and not necessarily from the news perspective. I would definitely ask your professors about the industry (ask your college advisors as well) and about tips to get a job.

Any other questions, don't hesitate to ask

Thanks a whole lot dude! This'll help me out a bunch.

 

Where did you graduate from?

[Team Mike 19]

I didnt graduate yet and besides, I don't think it really matters where. The game design program we have here has been growing as of late, which is pretty nice. Also my college is sorta focused on being prepared for jobs and gaining experience, so it makes sense that we learn this. If you really want the name, I guess I can give it to you but posting it publicly is a bit against my policy.