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Nicole Leffel
If anyone is in the NYC area, you should stop by NYU to check out their 2nd Annual "No Quarter" exhibit of indie games. There are a handful of great games on display for the rest of the month, and it's an opportunity to check out the amazing NYU Game Center! - http://bit.ly/jKlgyy
52 weeks ago from Indie Game Developers, Gamers! and Video Games Industry1 more
Nicole Leffel
joined the group Indie Game Developers
52 weeks ago
Nicole Leffel
So what does a Game Designer really do all day? - http://bit.ly/gTc5aA
I've recently been hired as a full-time Game Designer for social games start-up in NYC, and for the past month I've been guest-blogging with the NYU Game Center about the experience of interning (and moving up) in the industry. I'd be happy to field any questions about the experience!
58 weeks ago from Video Games Industry and Interns
Nicole Leffel
Hello folks! I'm currently a full-time Game Design intern at FRESH PLANET, a Facebook games start-up in Manhattan. We're currently looking for two more interns: one for the Production team and one for the Game Design team.
All internships at Fresh Planet:
- Last for 3-6 months
- Are half-time or more (more time is preferred)
- Work consistent hours and days week to week
- Pay a small stipend for travel and expenses
If you'd like more info, please email me: nicole(at)freshplanet(dot)com
68 weeks ago from Video Games Industry and Gamers!
Nicole Leffel:
Wow, the formatting really bit the bullet. For the full info, including job descriptions and requirements, please do email!
68 weeks ago
68 weeks ago
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 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.
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
119 weeks ago
119 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 mind since ...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!
119 weeks ago
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 ...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!
119 weeks ago
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 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.
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/
122 weeks ago
http://www.station.sony.com/girl/
122 weeks ago
Nicole Leffel
What was your favorite game of 2009? Least favorite?
125 weeks ago from Gamers!
Scott Messinger:
I haven't seen it yet. Seems too much like "Dances With Wolves" in space.
123 weeks ago
123 weeks ago
Nicole Leffel
What are you Top 3 favorite games of all time? If that's too hard, Top 5 is also allowed!
128 weeks ago from Gamers!
Lisa Eldred:
Not necessarily my top 3, but these are what came to mind the fastest:
1) Prince of Persia - Sands of Time
2) Tales of the Abyss. Decent system ...MoreNot necessarily my top 3, but these are what came to mind the fastest:
1) Prince of Persia - Sands of Time
2) Tales of the Abyss. Decent system for an RPG, and one of the better storylines I've seen.
3) Mirror's Edge
4) Final Fantasy IX (one of the first games I played all the way through, actually)
128 weeks ago
1) Prince of Persia - Sands of Time
2) Tales of the Abyss. Decent system ...MoreNot necessarily my top 3, but these are what came to mind the fastest:
1) Prince of Persia - Sands of Time
2) Tales of the Abyss. Decent system for an RPG, and one of the better storylines I've seen.
3) Mirror's Edge
4) Final Fantasy IX (one of the first games I played all the way through, actually)
128 weeks ago
Kyle Hendrickson:
1) Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver
2) The Legend of Zelda
3) Castlevania: Symphony of the Night
100 weeks ago
100 weeks ago
Chris(tina) Brady
October and November are notoriosusly busy months for gamers. What are you playing right now?
132 weeks ago from Gamers!
Chris(tina) Brady:
Personally, I'm on the last boss of Brutal Legend, finished Rachet and Clank last week, I'm working on Dragon Age, and still rocking Champions ...MorePersonally, I'm on the last boss of Brutal Legend, finished Rachet and Clank last week, I'm working on Dragon Age, and still rocking Champions Online. It sounds like a lot, but it's still cheaper than seeing a movie once a week!
132 weeks ago
132 weeks ago
Nicole Leffel:
Oh man, I've been pumping hours upon hours into Dragon Age since this time last week. I'm at around 40 hours across a few characters. At this rate ...MoreOh man, I've been pumping hours upon hours into Dragon Age since this time last week. I'm at around 40 hours across a few characters. At this rate I'll be done with the game within a week, so I should really slow down... but it's so fun!
132 weeks ago
132 weeks ago
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! http://bit.ly/16uEdK
Nicole Leffel
Currently interning at Mirren Business Development, a boutique consulting agency. Any other folks working with smaller (fresher) companies?
135 weeks ago from Interns
Erin Murtagh
Curious-how many of you have multiple sources of income?
Stephanie Collins:
Sacha: in most states, you should be able to work as a sole proprietor with no registration at all. Look for information specific to where you ...MoreSacha: in most states, you should be able to work as a sole proprietor with no registration at all. Look for information specific to where you like, though. And if you get more than $600/year from one client, you may need to have them file a W9 for you and issue you a 1099-MISC at tax time. (Phew, sorry about all the tax forms in this comment!)
134 weeks ago
134 weeks ago
David:
In todays world. I think multiple income sources is a good idea, especially if one or more is passive income vs. active. I have two active income ...MoreIn todays world. I think multiple income sources is a good idea, especially if one or more is passive income vs. active. I have two active income sources ( full time job, freelance project work) and one passive source (online marketing company).
133 weeks ago
133 weeks ago
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