Comprehensive Guide to Breaking into the Games Industry

Over the past fortnight, we have published a series of informative articles and videos under our Get into Games initiative, tailored to provide students with an insider's view of the games industry and practical advice on how to establish a career in the field – all made possible by Wrexham University's sponsorship. The complete series, covering topics such as navigating specific fields like voice acting, art, and video game production, as well as tips on the job application process, can be accessed below. Each article is based on talks from the GamesIndustry.biz Academy Zone at EGX 2023, with full discussions available to watch either in the articles or on the GamesIndustry.biz YouTube channel. The GamesIndustry.biz Academy will continue to offer career advancement advice and guidance on finding your place in the games industry through the 'Working in games' section. Industry professionals from diverse backgrounds share their experiences and advice on how companies can increase diversity in the games industry. Media Molecule's senior game designer Eilidh MacLeod shares valuable insights on overcoming self-doubt and recognizing one's accomplishments. Steven Taarland, also from Media Molecule, explains the role of a producer, emphasizing prioritization, trust, and being comfortable with ambiguity. Voice actor and coach JD Kelly provides practical advice for aspiring voice actors. Media Molecule's 2D artist Sinéad Oram offers guidance on securing a role in game development. Beyond direct development positions, various careers and roles exist, including marketing, funding, and community management. A panel of Radical Forge experts discusses potential entry points into this discipline and strategies for increasing one's chances of landing a role. Another panel explores how neurodiverse individuals can thrive in their gaming careers and the support employers should provide. XR Games' Andy Driver shares his advice on launching a successful career. The GamesIndustry.biz Academy has been compiling guidance on securing a career in video games for several years, and here, we present the best of our guides on finding and applying for jobs, all in one convenient location.