Game Industry Job Hunt

In this episode, we chat with Wargaming's Global Head of Early Careers, Callum Bridgmount-John. Callum leads the Early Careers Program (formerly known as Wargaming Forge), which assists job seekers of all stripes. From entry-level internships to online courses designed to level up your knowledge, Wargaming's Early Careers program is something all job seekers should be aware of. 

Callum on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/callum-bridgmount-john-b1244485/

Wargaming Forge/Early Careers Program: https://wgforge.wargaming.com/

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In this episode, I'm chatting with recruiter extraordinaire Anna Moss. Anna has held a wide range of recruiting and consulting roles in the video game and tech industries over her career. 

I talk to her about recruiting ethics, how she created her "#AnnaMosity" content, which exposes the "tips and tricks" that some recruiters may use, and maybe most notably, how she went through the recruiting process with The Church of Scientology to see what kinds of things she could learn. 

Anna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethicalrecruiter/

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In this episode of the show, we're hearing from Charlie and Lawrence, two members of our growing community who came on to share their stories with us!

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In episode 10 of the Game Industry Job Hunt podcast, we're hearing from gaming industry career coach and former Head of SEA Esports at Riot Games, Chris Tran. Not only is Chris full of great advice for every job hunter, but he also has a pretty awesome origin story. 

The current job market in the games industry can be scary, but scary is all relative. 
Chris went from the world of advertising to hiking in the mountains of Nepal, getting caught in an earthquake, and just trying to survive. After going through so much, Chris realized he needed to follow his dream of working in video games, which led him to Riot Games. 

After leading Riot's SEA Esports efforts for nearly 6 years, Chris found his way into coaching and has been helping job seekers in the games industry ever since.

Links

Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisltran/
Chris's Website: https://www.christran.gg/

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In this episode of the show, I'm chatting with Hilary Goldstein to get his insights as someone who's been a hiring manager many times in his career. Not only does he give us some super useful intel on what hiring managers may be looking for, but he also offers some great general tips on networking (and making it count), the importance of asking good questions in an interview yourself (and how to do so creatively), and even a couple of past interview stories.

Links

Hilary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilarygoldstein/

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In this episode, I'm flying solo and we're talking about AI and the part it plays in the job hunt. We go over some the challenges AI presents, like ATSs (applicant tracking systems) and the fact that it can make it harder to stand out in the crowd, as well as a few tips to help you use AI to your advantage.


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Huntr: https://huntr.co/

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In this episode of the Game Industry Job Hunt podcast, we dive deep into the challenges and experiences of entry-level job seekers in the gaming industry. I had the pleasure of speaking with Conor Ross, an aspiring community manager, social media manager, and producer who is currently navigating the job market while finishing his degree at Virginia Tech.

Conor offers some great insights that will be useful for anyone looking to break into the games industry.

Links

The Conor Collection on YouTube
Conor on LinkedIn

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction to Game Industry Job Hunt
00:00:32 - Guest Introduction: Connor Ross
00:01:40 - Connor's Background and Journey to Games
00:02:38 - Transitioning from Military to College
00:03:20 - Discovering Community Management
00:04:36 - Starting the YouTube Channel and Interviews
00:05:59 - The Importance of Taking Action
00:06:42 - Challenges in the Job Search
00:07:18 - Applying for Jobs and Networking
00:08:54 - Reaching Out to Recruiters
00:10:20 - Persistence in Job Hunting
00:11:26 - Value of Transferable Skills
00:12:45 - Using LinkedIn Effectively
00:14:30 - Creating Content and Building Community
00:15:49 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
00:20:00 - Building Confidence in Interviews
00:22:52 - The Role of Passion in Job Applications
00:25:38 - Impatience as a Motivator
00:27:15 - Lessons Learned from Job Hunting
00:29:35 - Final Thoughts and Advice
00:32:16 - Where to Find Connor's Work
00:33:10 - Closing Remarks

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In this episode of the show, we're hearing from two of our listeners -- Kai and Kevin -- as they share their stories with us. Not only that, they're also sharing invaluable insights and learnings that have come from their time on the hunt.

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Amir Satvat's Discord Community

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In episode 5 of the Game Industry Job Hunt podcast, I sit down with career coach Adam Hobbs, the CEO of GamingCareers.gg. With over a decade of experience in the gaming and esports industries, Adam shares invaluable insights into optimizing your job search and navigating career transitions.

Looking to enhance your job search in the gaming industry? You've come to the right place. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your career, Adam's insights will help you navigate the complexities of the job market with confidence.

Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? by Seth Godin
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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Job Search Tips
00:00:32 - Meet Adam Hobbs, Career Coach
00:02:15 - Adam's Journey into Career Coaching
00:05:20 - The Importance of Selling Yourself
00:06:29 - The Five N's of Job Searching
00:10:11 - Niche: Specialization in Your Career
00:11:45 - Networking: Building Relationships
00:12:45 - Nurturing Existing Connections
00:14:30 - Never Stop Learning
00:15:52 - New Ideas: Staying Competitive
00:18:02 - The Value of In-Person Networking
00:19:34 - Strategies for Networking Events
00:21:13 - Finding Meaningful Connections
00:23:08 - Breaking into the Games Industry
00:24:50 - Creating a Job Search Strategy
00:27:15 - The Three Levels of Career Development
00:30:03 - The Importance of Focused Applications
00:31:09 - Staying in Action, Not Results
00:32:22 - Transitioning from Other Industries
00:37:15 - Soft Skills for Success in Gaming
00:41:15 - Crafting Resumes and Portfolios

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Christina Drake, recruiter at Ghost Punch Games, public speaker, and founder of Moms and Gaming. Christina brings nearly a decade of experience in the gaming industry, making her a leading voice in job hunting strategies, especially for women in gaming.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and personal anecdotes that will be useful to anyone navigating the job market, especially in the gaming industry. If you found some value in this episode, please share it with a friend and leave a review and help us grow the community!


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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction to Christina Drake
00:01:05 - Time Management Strategies
00:02:14 - Balancing ADHD and OCD in Daily Life
00:04:18 - Christina's Career Journey
00:07:29 - Networking and Job Search Strategies
00:08:08 - Tracking Job Search Data
00:12:39 - The Importance of Networking
00:17:00 - Identifying Job Scams
00:24:51 - Common Job Hunting Mistakes
00:27:08 - Final Advice for Job Seekers
00:29:45 - Conclusion and Resources

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