How to Get a Job in the Gaming Industry: Why YouTube Tutorials Aren’t the Answer

January 23, 2024, 3:00pm EST

Access Recording

About this Event

If you are interested in pursuing a career in gaming but don't know where to get started, this information session will be perfect for you!


Join us on January 23rd with some of our Game Development Bootcamp and Game Design Bootcamp graduates. During this session, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly, ask questions, seek advice, and learn from their real-world experiences. 


Whether you're curious about the gaming industry, want to learn more about our bootcamps, or simply wish to hear insights into career paths, this event is designed for you.

Speakers

Tyler Trapp

Marketing Events Manager

Circuit Stream

Vincent James

Game Design Student

Circuit Stream

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Leo Andrade

Developer/Alum

Unity

What We'll Cover in this Session:

Game Industry Skills: The differences between game development and game design skills

Development & Design Bootcamps: What you will learn in our game bootcamps

Career Opportunities: Positions available for game developers and designers

Cohort Information: Dates, pricing, promotions and payment options available

Q&A session: A live session with the guest speakers where you can ask them anything you like

Why Learn Game Development & Design Skills?

Learning game development skills not only taps into the excitement of creating virtual worlds, but also provides a pathway to a dynamic, in-demand, and creatively fulfilling career. Game development encompasses the technical aspects of bringing a game to life through coding, programming, and understanding the intricacies of game engines.


Learning game design skills allows individuals to contribute to the creation of captivating and enjoyable games, and provides a platform for personal and professional growth in a dynamic and exciting industry. Game design focuses on the conceptualization, storytelling, and user experience, shaping the overall player engagement.


The video game industry is a rapidly growing field, offering numerous job opportunities for game developers and designers in companies ranging from small studios to large AAA game companies. By acquiring these skills, you can pursue a career in this exciting and dynamic industry.

© Circuit Stream.
This course is delivered by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies.

© Circuit Stream.
This course is delivered by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies.

© Circuit Stream.
This course is delivered by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies.