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Navigating a game career
Evolving from Novice to Pro
Navigating a game career
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This week we've gathered more inspiring accounts from our team for those seeking to carve out their own path in the exciting world of game development. We also take a peek into some upcoming content we can’t wait to share.
Discovering Unique Journeys into Game Development
We're back with more captivating stories from our talented team members, who have embraced their passion for gaming and transformed it into rewarding careers. Here’s a peek at some of the tales of ambition, determination, and serendipity that led our team members to the games industry.
“I created and ran multiple gaming communities that grew up to 100,000+ members. My first job out of school was in IT, but because of my degree and hobby, I was soon recruited for a Community Manager role at Trendy Entertainment.”
“I loved coming up with wacky game ideas and I couldn’t help drawing ideas and levels for Mario while in school. When Halo 3 came out with their level editor, Forge, it was revolutionary for me to build my own levels and worlds within a game that I loved.”
“The turning point was when I realized I was walking past those cool fighter jets with my nose in my phone because I was reading up on news from that year's GDC. It was a wake up call to me that, as cool as the job was, it wasn't my passion.”
Whether you're an aspiring game developer, a seasoned professional, or simply a curious reader, these stories showcase the diverse routes one can take to succeed in this exciting and ever-evolving realm. Read their inspiring stories in this blog post and share your own by replying to this newsletter!
Journey From New Careers to New Worlds
Discovering a path into a game development career is just the beginning. How do you then carve your way through the twists and turns of a 10, 20, 30 year career? Join us for our new podcast series, Rise Above, where we have candid conversations with industry-leading game developers, and delve into the inspiring journeys of how they navigated through the challenges and obstacles of this dynamic industry.
Our pilot and a special bonus episode are available now, and Season 1 arrives soon!
AI doesn’t know what the world of Aveum looks like yet, but it’s interesting to see how it interprets prompts. Needless to say, AI doesn’t do justice to the incredible fantasy landscapes we’re eager to share in the not too distant future.
