| Description |
1 online resource (xviii, 268 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
Definitions -- Education -- Finding work -- Applications -- Resumes -- Cover letters -- Portfolios -- Interviews -- Writing tests -- Contracts and negotiations -- First day -- Moving up -- Steps and obstacles -- Leadership -- Moving on -- International work -- Strategies for marginalized communities |
| Summary |
"This comprehensive guide walks readers through the entire process of getting and keeping a writing job in the games industry. It outlines exactly what a beginner needs to know about education requirements, finding opportunities, applying for roles, and acing studio interviews. Professional writers will learn how to navigate studio hierarchies, transfer roles and companies, work overseas, and keep developing their careers. Written by an experienced games writer with nearly two decades of industry knowledge, the book contains a wealth of interviews and perspectives with industry leaders, hiring managers, and developers from marginalized communities, all offering their tips and insights. Included are examples of materials such as job posts, writing samples, and portfolios, as well as chapter end challenges for readers to directly apply the skills they have learnt. This book will be of great interest to all beginner and aspiring games writers and narrative designers, as well as more experienced writers looking to hone their skills"-- Provided by publisher |
| Notes |
Description based on print version record |
| Subject |
Video games -- Authorship -- Vocational guidance
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781000878196 |
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1000878198 |
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