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For all those who work in the video games industry, or follow the video games business very deeply as amateurs!

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Tommy Bryant Hello all. I have recently been researching game design portfolios. Anyone have tips on what to include? Definitely focusing on design, not on art or technology. Thank you!

1 week ago from Video Games Industry

John Mattucci Is anyone else excited about the new Halo: Reach game? It looks pretty epic. MoreIs anyone else excited about the new Halo: Reach game? It looks pretty epic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0_jiB2hqeQ

2 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Nicole Leffel I'm a current Junior at NYU, and I'm really interested in getting into the game industry through a summer internship. The problem I've finding is that there aren't many big game studios -- which ...MoreI'm a current Junior at NYU, and I'm really interested in getting into the game industry through a summer internship. The problem I've finding is that there aren't many big game studios -- which are more likely to have established internship programs -- located in NYC.

Does anyone have any tips? I'd gladly put in some work at a start-up or a smaller company. Even when I've found companies, it's often a challenge to get the appropriate contact info.

4 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

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Charles Butler: Another option, though possibly not as high-profile as you would prefer, would be to offer up your services for free to some very small, indie ...MoreAnother option, though possibly not as high-profile as you would prefer, would be to offer up your services for free to some very small, indie companies that might not mind you working remotely. I would imagine the best source for these contacts would be relevant forums such as TIGSource and FlashGameLicense
4 weeks ago

Nicole Leffel: Thanks Charles!

I know what you mean about "going where the jobs are," and it's definitely something that has been in the back of my ...MoreThanks Charles!

I know what you mean about "going where the jobs are," and it's definitely something that has been in the back of my mind since I started becoming more serious about entering the games industry. However, since I won't be able to move for a while (still got another semester/year of college to take care of), I figured someplace small in NYC wouldn't be a bad start. I will definitely check out those forums/that link!
4 weeks ago

John Mattucci I read this Article about the iPad reviewing its potential as a gaming platform: http://bit.ly/aaD5M8
Do you ...MoreI read this Article about the iPad reviewing its potential as a gaming platform: http://bit.ly/aaD5M8
Do you think the iPad will make as big an impact for gaming as Apple wants us to think?

5 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

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John Mattucci: @ Christina - Well defiantly the Mac got a bad rap of not being a "gaming platform" back in the day with its PowerPC processor (even I still have ...More@ Christina - Well defiantly the Mac got a bad rap of not being a "gaming platform" back in the day with its PowerPC processor (even I still have that feeling), but now with Mac using the Intel hardware, that was a big barrier removed towards game developers easily creating titles for PC's and Mac's. The reality is that a small percentage of people use Mac's compared to PC's.
5 weeks ago

John Mattucci: I was flabbergasted that the iPad lacked Flash support... like seriously? I though Apple was moving towards removing barriers (from change in ...MoreI was flabbergasted that the iPad lacked Flash support... like seriously? I though Apple was moving towards removing barriers (from change in hardware). But they just seem to put up more barriers. On the other hand, many flash games wouldn't work correctly with their touch screen as many require a keyboard to play the game...I feel Apple is being really anti social with other technologies unless you are writing with their SDK...reminds me of their first commercial, reversed http://bit.ly/JGmTW
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Rachel Vincent Hey all. Don't know if any of you are interested or know someone who is interested, but, for the third year in a row, Sony Online Entertainment is offering one female student a scholarship this ...MoreHey all. Don't know if any of you are interested or know someone who is interested, but, for the third year in a row, Sony Online Entertainment is offering one female student a scholarship this year to look into the gaming industry as a career. The goal is to encourage more women to get involved in game production and design. It's pretty awesome: a $10,000 scholarship and a 10-week internship with Sony Online Entertainment studios.

7 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

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Rachel Vincent: Oh sorry. I forgot the link. You can be going to school pretty much anywhere, but you have to be a legal resident of the US and in an ...MoreOh sorry. I forgot the link. You can be going to school pretty much anywhere, but you have to be a legal resident of the US and in an undergraduate program related to video games (like design, animation, programming or visual effects, as examples). The internship is done at one of the Sony studios, which are in San Fran, Austin, Seattle, and Denver.

http://www.station.sony.com/girl/
7 weeks ago

Vanessa Alvarado: Very intriguing... thanks for sharing the info.
7 weeks ago

Video Games And Participatory Culture http://bit.ly/5DvLMP includes POV from Henry Jenkins @ USC Annenberg - Interesting

11 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

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: I agree that user generated content is creative and rewarding. I posted this because I'm interested in the critique of user generated content. I ...MoreI agree that user generated content is creative and rewarding. I posted this because I'm interested in the critique of user generated content. I tend to appreciate the ability of computers (and in this case, video games) to carry and create culture. It seems that some argue for a utopia where individuals have the autonomy to design tools individually. I tend to disagree as this view often seems to ignore sociality as facilitated by computers as an important part of culture production.
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I also feel as if this view often ignores the capabilities of a less technical populace. Being creative enough to generate truly novel ...More
I also feel as if this view often ignores the capabilities of a less technical populace. Being creative enough to generate truly novel content requires both creative and technical mastery that many my not possess. I'm excited that individuals are finally given the opportunity to become anything more than passive consumers of the media they interact with. Moreover, I respect the viewpoints of those who worry about how content generators are rewarded, even if I disagree.
11 weeks ago

Tommy Bryant Well, no, but im always on the lookout for something new and exciting to rear it's head.

13 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Tommy Bryant Hello everyone. Just joined the group this evening. Quite excited really.

13 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Vanessa Alvarado: Hi Tommy, excited? Any interesting game related news to share with us?
13 weeks ago

Dale Beermann We just found out today that we won the Ning Appathon Contest! Sorry for the self promotion but we're pretty excited about it. They have over 1.6 million networks at over 37 million users that ...MoreWe just found out today that we won the Ning Appathon Contest! Sorry for the self promotion but we're pretty excited about it. They have over 1.6 million networks at over 37 million users that now have access to our app.

Official post: http://blog.ning.com/2009/11/announcing-the-ning-appathon-winners.html.
Sharendipity: http://www.sharendipity.com

15 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Destinie Carbone Well the initial concept was that the boxes were mostly design elements. When clicking the boxes again the thumbnails do disappear. As far as the gallery goes, I'm not trying to market myself as a ...MoreWell the initial concept was that the boxes were mostly design elements. When clicking the boxes again the thumbnails do disappear. As far as the gallery goes, I'm not trying to market myself as a video game concept artist ATM, I am focusing more on comics and design. Thanks for your input, Charles, it's much appreciated.

16 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Destinie Carbone Anyone have any ideas how to crack into getting a job doing video game artwork? ;D

16 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

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Charles Butler: If nothing else, viewing other people's work on places like cg talk can give you an idea of the quality bar that you'll want to hit. You'll want ...MoreIf nothing else, viewing other people's work on places like cg talk can give you an idea of the quality bar that you'll want to hit. You'll want to get as close as you can to the quality of people already working in the position you want if you really want a good chance. Also, since other places aren't helping, a bit of feedback on your portfolio site for whatever it's worth (not an artist, grains of salt and such).

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16 weeks ago

Charles Butler: It seems like your nav icons take up an inordinate amount of space, and the displaying of the thumbs seems a bit strange because one group doesn't ...MoreIt seems like your nav icons take up an inordinate amount of space, and the displaying of the thumbs seems a bit strange because one group doesn't go away when you click a different nav heading and there's nothing breaking them up. Also, your thumbnails seem quite small. I would maybe have your best few pieces loaded by default, maybe not big enough to require scrolling, but in much bigger thumbs.
16 weeks ago

Chris(tina) Brady Hey there. Long-time writer/gamer, trying to crack into the gaming journalism field. Limited success so far with a couple of gaming blogs and a near-miss with a major site, but I'm not giving up! ...MoreHey there. Long-time writer/gamer, trying to crack into the gaming journalism field. Limited success so far with a couple of gaming blogs and a near-miss with a major site, but I'm not giving up! If anyone is working on developing a game, and needs assistance with characterization or story arc, let me know. It's definitely up my alley since I majored in creative writing. Aside from that, I always welcome new journalism opportunities!

17 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Nicole Leffel Hi everyone! I'm a student at NYU and I'm keeping a blog on videogame advertising for a class. Would love feedback! MoreHi everyone! I'm a student at NYU and I'm keeping a blog on videogame advertising for a class. Would love feedback! http://bit.ly/16uEdK

20 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Christina Brown Female gamer in the house :)

21 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Ashley Richards I actually have zero experience in the gaming industry. Always want(ed) to be a part, never sure how to begin...

22 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Brad Hilderbrand Hey everyone! I'm a game "journalist" writing for Kombo and WorthPlaying. I'm looking for new opportunites though, in either writing or PR.

23 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Erik Sua Hi there! I'm a PC/Console gaming enthusiast who has an interest in development of the user experience - I love "making of" segments/videos

23 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Eric Schittulli Hello there, I'm a french and the co founder of Level Up Jobs. A "Video Game Only" recruitment and coaching agency. Glad to be there !

24 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Mike Darga Hi guys, I'm a game designer currently making MMOs. I've been running design blog the last year or so: MoreHi guys, I'm a game designer currently making MMOs. I've been running design blog the last year or so: http://www.mikedarga.blogspot.com/

26 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

: Hey Mike, looking at your blog and enjoying reading some of your posts. Nice to connect!
25 weeks ago

Mike Darga: Thanks Richard, I'm glad you like it.
25 weeks ago

Hey Everyone, glad to join this group. I write about MMOs and Virtual Worlds here: MoreHey Everyone, glad to join this group. I write about MMOs and Virtual Worlds here: http://www.lookintheair.com/

25 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Dale Beermann Glad to see this group on here :) I'm a co-founder at Sharendipity, making a web-based platform that lets people create their own games.

26 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Ashley Richards Does anyone have plans to go to PAX next weekend?

28 weeks ago from Video Games Industry

Amanda Fox: I wish. The resession hit hard in Florida. The disposable income just isn't there, but I'll be following it on Gamer Blips.
28 weeks ago

Amanda Fox I'm a PC/360 gaming enthusiast. I am interested in discussing market trends and online community engagement tools.

28 weeks ago from Video Games Industry