Video Game Career Resources

When you are looking for a job in the computer and video game industry, you don’t need to go it alone. The resources listed here can provide you with information and leads you can use to find potential employers.

Professional Associations

The Entertainment Software Association can provide you with facts about the video game industry in the United States, as well as a list of colleges and universities offering game-related courses of study.

Checking out the list of member companies can give you some ideas about places you can approach about employment options.

To keep on top of developments in the industry, check out the National Video Game Association website. Consider joining a local chapter and participating in events to meet and get to know people in the industry. The site also features a number of blogs and a discussion forum for members.

The International Game Developers Association website provides quality information about what life as a video game developer is like, as well as helpful tips for breaking into the industry. Be sure to check out the Career Paths, and Developer Profiles pages under the Breaking In category to find out where you would fit in best.

Magazines

Checking out video game magazines can help you find work by providing information about what’s happening in the industry and what the leading companies are up to. Don’t forget to check out the companies placing ads in the magazines, since this is a source of leads as well. Here are some suggestions:

Electronic Gaming Monthly
Game Pro
Games for Windows
Official XBox
PC Gamer
Playstation: The Official Magazine
XBox Magazine

Video Game Web Sites

If you want to educate yourself about the video game industry and what the public wants, make a point of checking out popular game sites. Job seekers are going to be asked at some point about their views on the industry as it is and what the public is going to want to see next. Checking out these sites can give you insight into what kinds of games are doing well:

Video Game Industry Job Boards

For many people, checking out job boards is part of their job search strategy. If you are looking for employment opportunities in the computer and video game industry, these specialized sites offer industry-specific listings:

Computer and Video Game Software Companies

If you are interested in working for a software company, here are some leading names in the industry:

Major Employers in the Computer and Video Game Industry

Would you like to start off your job search by checking out the major players in the industry? Start by checking out these companies:

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