GDC 2025 Session Viewer
Game Career Seminar: You Belong Here: Breaking In and Thriving in a Challenging Job Market
Dr. Jenn Killham (People Strategy Consultant & Career Development Coach, TVETM Institute)
Josh Delson (CEO & Founder, Unexpected Accessories LLC)
Sanjay Madhav (Associate Professor of Practice, University of Southern California (USC))
Feras Musmar (Product Director, TTK Games)
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Track: Game Career Development
Format: Lecture
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: All
You want to land a job in games, and may be asking, "Where should you start?" Or, perhaps the seemingly endless process of submitting applications feels daunting. What can you do to improve your chances of getting a callback–especially when nowadays, as a new grad, you may be competing against experienced folks applying for the same job? How do you remain optimistic when you receive multiple rejection letters? A successful job hunt takes preparation, a plan, patience, and persistence. In this session, we will dive into what companies are looking for, tips for decoding job postings, how to improve your application material and interview skills to get you noticed, and ultimately hired.
Takeaway
Attendees will leave better knowing how to demonstrate that they meet employer expectations, an enhanced ability to articulate that they have what hiring managers look for, and a resource packet to aid the job hunt. Practical examples across multiple disciplines will be shared.
Intended Audience
This session is for anyone eager to land their first job in games and build a successful career. Whether you are starting from square one, tired, confused, or just need a boost, this talk is also for you. Career changers reskilling as they shift into games will find this session useful, too.
