Getting Started in Game Development
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You don’t have to be a gamer to land a job in the gaming industry.
Poornima Seetharaman, Director of Design at Zynga, says that passion and creativity go much further than gaming skills when you’re getting started.
When Poornima began her career in game development 15 years...
You don’t have to be a gamer to land a job in the gaming industry.
Poornima Seetharaman, Director of Design at Zynga, says that passion and creativity go much further than gaming skills when you’re getting started.
When Poornima began her career in game development 15 years ago, she never expected gaming would turn into a multibillion dollar industry that creates meaningful experiences and connects people all around the world.
Join us as Poornima shares her journey from new engineer to Women in Games Hall of Fame member, as well as tips and tricks to help you break into the industry.
In this chat, you’ll:
- Gain an inside look at what the gaming industry look like
- Hear about roles and opportunities you can find in gaming
- Learn what diversity and inclusion look like in the industry
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What are possibilities of getting a job as an audio designer in game industry? Are there enough job openings for someone who knows FMOD and wwise but doesn't have a certificate from a university...
By: KARTHIKEYANPosted on 2021-10-12 -
I have seen very few programs at the university level that are not add on like a certificate. Did you learn on your own our with a particular program
By: AlesaPosted on 2021-10-04 -
Are there any suggestions/ tips for someone with a Scrum Master certification looking to get their first job as a producer in games?
By: Byron, Scrum MasterPosted on 2021-10-03 -
Hello Poornima, When will internship hiring in Zynga start in India also can you please give me feedback on my portfolio(https://www.xlibraries.club) & help me to improve my chances to enter...
By: Aman, .NET DeveloperPosted on 2021-10-03 -
how is working in the gaming field different from working as a software developer?
By: Rushali, Software Development Engineer StudentPosted on 2021-10-03 -
I am working as a software tester in IT(2.5 years). And I have knowledge of python,java, AWS. Can I able to switch to game development side.
By: ParthibanPosted on 2021-10-03 -
What are the qualities you look for when you are hiring a fresher for game developer or design role
By: AjayPosted on 2021-10-03 -
Why fresher don't hire in game dev? Without giving a chance how they can prove? How can I get into game dev as a fresher?
By: PraveenPosted on 2021-10-03 -
What's the current situation in India for game design and how is that going to change in the coming years? Are we going to be more mobile development based or will we move towards more platforms...
By: SubinPosted on 2021-10-02 -
How much valuable is a degree for game design role? How should one go about their game design education?
By: SudhirPosted on 2021-10-02 -
Can you see my portfolio and guide me what am I missing
By: Suhas.Posted on 2021-10-02 -
I would like to know where to look at for opportunities to enter to the videogame industry. and how to approach to companies as a fresh graduate computer engineer, but with no experience in the...
By: BilgePosted on 2021-10-02 -
Any books that you think they helped you in your career in the game dev industry?
By: APosted on 2021-10-02 -
How do game developers stay up to date with latest software trends and engines.
By: JISHNUPosted on 2021-10-02 -
What does a winning UX portfolio look like in the gaming industry?
By: Lee , UX Design FellowPosted on 2021-10-02 -
What do you look for in a game design portfolio?
By: NoorPosted on 2021-10-01 -
Internship opportunities in game development
By: Jaya, Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2021-10-01 -
HOW TO CREATE A BOARD GAME WHICH CAN DAZZLE THE PLAYER MORE THAN A VIDEO GAME OR XBOX.
By: VISHALPosted on 2021-10-01 -
Any tips for an experienced web developer wanting to transition into game dev?
By: GonzaloPosted on 2021-10-01 -
I would like to know where to look at for opportunities to enter to the videogame industry. and how to approach to companies as a experienced software developer, but with no experience in the...
By: Josue, Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2021-09-30 -
As someone who will be starting a coding boot camp very soon, how can we navigate our way in game development?
By: StephenPosted on 2021-09-30 -
- What kind of tools/program languages are the best options to learn? - how realistic is the chance to break into game dev as total newbie? - how long does it take to get/understand the basics of...
By: MariettePosted on 2021-09-30 -
Where can writers fit into the industry? Is there someone who creates a plot line or story?
By: Haley, Communications SpecialistPosted on 2021-09-30 -
What is the best software with minimal coding in the speaker's experience?
By: Kim, Programmer AnalystPosted on 2021-09-30 -
What are your views regarding gamification?
By: Tiago, MarketerPosted on 2021-09-30 -
What’s your process when working on a game’s accessibility?
By: K.M.Posted on 2021-09-30 -
Is it true that software engineers, game development, are overworked and underpaid? What technical skills are required?
By: Stacy, Frontend DeveloperPosted on 2021-09-30 -
How can I connect with the recruiters for these open positions?
By: Emma, Business AnalystPosted on 2021-09-30 -
What type of skills are needed to get into the gaming industry? Are you only able to work in this area if you're an engineer, software developer, or something along those lines?
By: Sekia, Academic and Career AdvisorPosted on 2021-09-30 -
I don‘t have experience in developing. Any suggestions how to get started in general? Thanks Ana
By:Posted on 2021-09-30 -
What gaming companies are looking for when hiring a PM?
By: YuriPosted on 2021-09-30 -
Do I need to have released a game in an app store to get a job as a game dev? What might a good portfolio look like for a dev transitioning into games?
By: JenniferPosted on 2021-09-27 -
What are some transferable skills, that you can use from a previous job, towards game development?
By: Onika, Program Project ManagerPosted on 2021-09-24 -
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By: Kevin, Data AnalystPosted on 2021-09-23 -
how much does cartoon animation skills (drawing, digital art, etc), tools, and the like play into gaming development?
By: Chibuba, ActressPosted on 2021-09-23 -
What are the best resources to learn about basics - voxels, rasterization and rendering?
By: Margarita, Backend DeveloperPosted on 2021-09-21 -
what I should learn to start in game development (languages , frameworks, tools )
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