You probably know the quote, “it’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon.” Usually used in reference to long term thinking, resource management and prudent planning. However, if you work in games a “sprint” will likely remind you of how work is structured into similarly named time blocks of 2-4 weeks. One sprint follows the other… Continue reading Game Development Should Not Be a Marathon of Sprints
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What does a Producer do in Video Games?
If you know the expression “herding cats”, you already know half of what a Producer’s role is, and the challenges that come with the job. Much like a conductor guiding an orchestra, the producer keeps each part of the development in sync and on task, when it comes to creating and launching video games. Instead… Continue reading What does a Producer do in Video Games?
Apprentice in the Gaming Industry
Sorry to be blunt, but traditional college degrees are rarely important in the gaming industry. Whether you’re a producer, an animator, engineer or community manager, there are plenty of jobs where a degree is optional. More important than the degree itself, will be any projects you can show off to a potential employer. Real world… Continue reading Apprentice in the Gaming Industry