In this episode, I speak with Alex Gombos, a seasoned talent acquisition manager who shares her insights and career journey in the gaming industry. Most recently, she supported the game development studios at PlayStation. Alex highlights the importance of networking, building an online presence, and being proactive in pursuing career goals, whether you're aiming for your first job or looking to level up in your career. She also emphasizes the significance of having a clear, accessible portfolio for job seekers in game development.
Alex reflects on the industry's current state, discussing the challenges of recent layoffs and studio closures, the rise of indie studios, and the potential shift towards AA games. She also explores the impact of emerging technologies like AR, VR, and MR, particularly their applications beyond gaming, such as in healthcare. Her excitement for the industry's future is evident as she shares her experiences in game development recruiting.
Towards the end, Alex shares personal anecdotes about her involvement in non-digital games, including a memorable moment receiving a PlayStation 5, playing Wingspan, and being part of her first D&D campaign. We wrap up talking about her successful LinkedIn series, Ask Alex Anything, where she offers career advice for current and aspiring game industry people.
Bio:
Alex Gombos is an accomplished talent acquisition leader with over a decade of recruitment experience. She has led recruiting efforts and strategies for notable AAA studios including Firewalk Studios and PlayStation Studios Creative Arts, while also supporting hiring efforts at Santa Monica Studio, Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, and Bluepoint Games. A LinkedIn top voice, Alex shares her expertise and insights with the games community through her series, Ask Alex Anything.
Show Links:
* PlayStation Studios - website
* ArtStation - website
* Amir Satvat’s Game Community - website
* Magic Leap 2 - website
* Brainlab - website
* GameDiscoverCo Newsletter - website
* The Last of Us - PlayStation
* Man’s Search for Meaning - Amazon
* Wingspan - Stonemaier website
* Product of Play Podcast - website
Connect With Links:
* Alex Gombos - LinkedIn
* Asked Alex Anything - LinkedIn
Game Dev Advice Links:
* YouTube Podcasts - check out this episode with a guarantee of 100% more video
* Patreon - career coaching through the Gain Wisdom membership
* Game Dev Advice hotline: (224) 484-7733
* website - show notes, links, stuff
* [email protected] - reach out!
* Level Ex Jobs - Current openings for advancing the practice of medicine through play
* Subscribe and go to the website for full show notes with links
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By The HP Video Game Podcast Network - John JP Podlasek
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In this episode, I speak with Alex Gombos, a seasoned talent acquisition manager who shares her insights and career journey in the gaming industry. Most recently, she supported the game development studios at PlayStation. Alex highlights the importance of networking, building an online presence, and being proactive in pursuing career goals, whether you're aiming for your first job or looking to level up in your career. She also emphasizes the significance of having a clear, accessible portfolio for job seekers in game development.
Alex reflects on the industry's current state, discussing the challenges of recent layoffs and studio closures, the rise of indie studios, and the potential shift towards AA games. She also explores the impact of emerging technologies like AR, VR, and MR, particularly their applications beyond gaming, such as in healthcare. Her excitement for the industry's future is evident as she shares her experiences in game development recruiting.
Towards the end, Alex shares personal anecdotes about her involvement in non-digital games, including a memorable moment receiving a PlayStation 5, playing Wingspan, and being part of her first D&D campaign. We wrap up talking about her successful LinkedIn series, Ask Alex Anything, where she offers career advice for current and aspiring game industry people.
Bio:
Alex Gombos is an accomplished talent acquisition leader with over a decade of recruitment experience. She has led recruiting efforts and strategies for notable AAA studios including Firewalk Studios and PlayStation Studios Creative Arts, while also supporting hiring efforts at Santa Monica Studio, Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, and Bluepoint Games. A LinkedIn top voice, Alex shares her expertise and insights with the games community through her series, Ask Alex Anything.
Show Links:
* PlayStation Studios - website
* ArtStation - website
* Amir Satvat’s Game Community - website
* Magic Leap 2 - website
* Brainlab - website
* GameDiscoverCo Newsletter - website
* The Last of Us - PlayStation
* Man’s Search for Meaning - Amazon
* Wingspan - Stonemaier website
* Product of Play Podcast - website
Connect With Links:
* Alex Gombos - LinkedIn
* Asked Alex Anything - LinkedIn
Game Dev Advice Links:
* YouTube Podcasts - check out this episode with a guarantee of 100% more video
* Patreon - career coaching through the Gain Wisdom membership
* Game Dev Advice hotline: (224) 484-7733
* website - show notes, links, stuff
* [email protected] - reach out!
* Level Ex Jobs - Current openings for advancing the practice of medicine through play
* Subscribe and go to the website for full show notes with links
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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