It's time to craft your future in games. The all-virtual GDC Showcase returns with a focus on helping game developers launch and upgrade their careers—and registration is now open!
GDC Showcase takes place on September 19-20, and costs only $49 to sign up. Join career experts at the top of their game as they share advice on fostering a successful career in the industry. Dive into two days of immersive learning and networking, where you'll sharpen your skills, explore new career opportunities, and stay ahead of the latest trends revolutionizing the game industry.
And the best part? It's all online!
Register for GDC Showcase (Only $49!)
The two-day virtual event is geared toward current and prospective game developers at every stage of their career. Whether you're a student, just starting out, or are an experiened professional in your field, we are here to help bring your game career to the next level.
Hear talks from industry leaders, attend panels covering a variety of game career topics, and network to your heart's content through Swapcard and our custom virtual platform in Gather.
Here are just a few of the sessions you can look forward to during GDC Showcase:
Effective Feedback & Critique Roundtable (Jeff Hesser' Artist. Epic Games)
The Effective Feedback and Critique roundtables invite developers from all disciplines to discuss the challenge of critiquing each other's work. What are the challenges you've faced when giving or receiving feedback within your team? What strategies have you discovered that work? What are the unique perspectives your discipline can offer others? In these discussions, you'll be able to share methods, strategies and activities that have worked. You'll also be exposed to ideas for giving and receiving feedback from multiple perspectives. This roundtable will run twice, on September 19 and 20.
More 'Getting Hired with a Personal Touch': The Side Door (David Ventura; Creative Director & CEO, Ichigoichie)
Getting hired is tough! Hiring is tough! The global pandemic and rise of AI has thrown even more roadblocks into the process of helping companies acquire new talent. There are lots of ways for your budding job application to die on the vine, and almost all of them are about communication. In this talk, a 15-year recruiting veteran follows up on their GDC 2024 talk, revisiting some the key steps on your journey to getting employed, and adding some new tactics to make a personal connection and avoid being stonewalled by an AI filter.
Impress the Press: Media Best Practices with GameDeveloper.com (Bryant Francis; Senior Editor, GameDeveloper.com)
Senior Editor Bryant Francis of GameDeveloper.com will share best practices when interacting with media outlets. He’ll discuss how to craft a compelling message, prepare for interviews, and build relationships with the press. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, you'll gain valuable insights on how to confidently engage with journalists and navigate interviews with ease.
Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing guest posts from industry leaders, advice columns, and other resources designed to help game developers in their careers. Be on the lookout on the GDC Blog, as well as on TikTok and Instagram.
The game development industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and staying ahead requires continuous learning and growth. Whether you are in game design, programming, visual art, quality assurance, audio, or any other game profession, our event is tailored to meet your unique needs.
GDC Showcase is the ultimate career development event.
Sign Up Today (Only $49!)
GDC Showcase is back in 2024 with a focus on career development, and registration is now open! For more information, be sure to visit our website and follow the #GDCShowcase hashtag on social media.
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