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𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁 🌟 Today, we have Schell Games looking for an Associate Producer to work at their Pittsburgh, PA, office! 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: - In-Office (hybrid), need be in Pittsburgh, PA 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: - Pittsburgh, PA 𝗫𝗣 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱: - 2+ years of experience in production-related work - Jira knowledge is preferred for PM software 𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Failed to mention in the job post, reach out to a recruiter. 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗝𝗼𝗯: https://lnkd.in/gKZVXdgJ 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗨𝗽 🖐 : Schell Games currently sits at a 3.8/5 rating with 39 employee reviews, and their current CEO sits at an 84% overall rating - one of the highest I've seen for a CEO in the games industry. 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 Schell Games 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: - People you work with are great, and projects are fun and interesting - Lots of autonomy to make choices and variety with projects - Progressive work culture 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 Schell Games 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: - As of 2024, low pay is the biggest complaint - Studio leadership is the creative directors with no embedded creative lead - Internal mixed with outsourcing can make team bonding hard Schell Games 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿: https://lnkd.in/g6Qx5S7T As always, please do your own research to make sure this job is right for you! 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿: Not affiliated with Schell Games, I'm just a producer helping other producers find their next venture in these hard times - be sure to share with your network!

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Another sad day for the gaming industry, after 15 years of developing fantastic games, THREAKS is closing its doors mid 2024. For those unfamiliar with THREAKS, this German game development studio is a true gem in the industry. They have an impressive legacy, marked by 18 commercial game releases and sales exceeding 1 million copies. Not only this they had worked on renowned IPs such as Warhammer 40K, Oddworld, Gang Beasts, DDLC+ and had corporations like Intel, Google, NVIDIA, Alienware, and Unity among their clients. To the talented individuals affected by this closure, know that your skills and experiences are invaluable, and there's a vibrant community ready to support you. In hopes of easing this transition, I've compiled a list of job opportunities that might interest you: Ubisoft (Düsseldorf) is hiring for : - Game Security Programmer - https://shorturl.at/fksyP - Software Engineer - https://shorturl.at/fmORY - Lead Animator - https://shorturl.at/aD279 - Senior Audio Programmer - https://shorturl.at/mnruC Crytek ( Frankfurt) is looking for : - Lead Game Programmer - https://lnkd.in/gHJjV8eF - Senior UI Programmer - https://lnkd.in/gAnq8rMK - Lead AI Programmer - https://lnkd.in/g9r__kXq - Lead Technical Producer - https://lnkd.in/gfGW9qRm Grimlore Games (Munich) has openings for : - Community Manager - https://lnkd.in/gPPDsF_2 - C++ Programmer RTS Games - https://lnkd.in/gZJwByjx There are over 200 job opportunities within Germany's gaming industry listed on our platform, with countless additional positions available throughout Europe and globally. Experienced and skilled people like you will have no issues finding your next adventure. Find these jobs here - https://outscal.com/jobs Please use the filters to pinpoint the location, skills, and experience that suits you the best. The times are a bit tough for the gaming industry, but the gaming industry has something that most other industries lack, a resilient and supportive community. I hope with my and Outscal’s LinkedIn, this post reaches the right eyeballs. Further, if you have been out of the job hunt game for too long, we are extending support with Free Code Reviews and Practice Mock Interviews. Please drop a comment below if you would be interested in this and someone from my team will reach out to you. Sebastian Bulas, Manny Hachey, Kevin Hagen hope this helps your community, and please let us know if we can help in any other way. Here's to new beginnings and the enduring spirit of the gaming industry. #jobs #gamingindustry #games #gamedev #gamedesign

Hey all, For those of my connections impacted by the many game dev layoffs and studio closures today, I wanted to share some job hunt resources I've found useful: https://gamejobs.co/ - A solid collection of roles which gets regularly updated. https://lnkd.in/gGhQyHY2 - Another collection of roles that's regularly updated, but usually has fewer listings than the above. https://lnkd.in/gHZU-jMx - Another job board which has been largely UK focused in my experience. https://gamedevmap.com/ - A listing of all companies across the world. If the standard LinkedIn and Indeed wells run dry, I've had some success looking on company pages for roles. https://lnkd.in/ghy-dmuF - The IGDA's listing of available roles. https://lnkd.in/gdMRVwV3 - Kinda dead, but occasionally posts a new job. https://lnkd.in/gqjsjAif - An amazing collection of job seeker resources (including a regularly updated Google Sheet with jobs searchable by role) compiled by the amazing Amir Satvat. https://lnkd.in/gZmC79B9 - A game dev networking Discord group's careers section. https://lnkd.in/gn-skvk6 - The 600 Facebook group - made when Blizzard had a big layoff a few years back and has grown since then. It's pretty Orange County / Cali-centric, but you'll occasionally see other roles listed. https://lnkd.in/gC4PFgrc - Another Facebook Group for games industry gigs. https://lnkd.in/gh8MpPB6 - The IGDA Writer SIG's Facebook page, which periodically posts writing roles. https://www.upwork.com/ - I just learned of this site today, so haven't used it yet, but it sounds as if there's paid and volunteer contract gigs available for folks looking for support making indie games. Some may be unrealistic asks (i.e. "Make an MMO for me for $13!"), but it might be a spot to find some paying work or get some work you can point to in interviews while between jobs. Feel free to add your own spots for seeking work or tag anyone who may find this useful. I'm also in the market for a job, so would welcome some new gigs I might not be aware of. Hope this helps all!

I post any job listings I see to help get them circulated for those who've been laid off, but I gotta highlight this potentially shameless one (may not even be useful for my US connections if you're really desperate for a job because it looks like they won't hire internationally). I feel like the listed salaries in this whole page are shockingly low even for the UK? Any senior Unity C# programmers willing to be paid, at minimum, £40,000 annually? Anyone in the UK able to verify if these are low for a senior position in this field? To compare, that's about $51,261.20 annually for a senior position. I'm sure most junior game dev positions are worth more than that so what the heck is this?? #jobs #joblistings #lowsalary #gamedevelopment #phasmophobia #kineticgames #careers

🌟 Third-Party Cut Spotlight: Testing at EA Vancouver 🌟 In an earlier update, I touched on significant layoffs at Electronic Arts (EA). Recently, I've been approached by several individuals who work on third-party testing for the EA Vancouver team to highlight a different situation. It's come to my attention that all third-party testers engaged on the FIFA (FC) project, who were in the midst of current production, have been let go. While I never disclose specific numbers as to cuts until I'm 100% sure, I understand that the cuts could have impacted individuals in the low tens. This spotlight is shared at the request of the team, aiming to draw out a Games Org Support Post specifically for this sub-organization. 🔗 To those in testing impacted by the cuts at EA, I urge you to explore AMIRSATVAT.COM. This platform offers 12 critical tools for gaming industry professionals seeking new paths. These resources are available at no cost and are frequently updated to serve our community's evolving needs. Particularly, Tool #7, the Games Org Support posts, is crucial. It underscores the importance of unity and mutual support by sharing and amplifying our experiences. With 86 posts already reaching an audience of over 100,000 each, it's evident that our collective efforts can create substantial change. Complete my Tool #7 template at AMIRSATVAT.COM, and I'll handle the dissemination. How you can contribute: - Spread the Word: Raise awareness about these cuts. Greater awareness fosters a stronger support network for those impacted. - Provide Support: Offering advice, lending an ear, or extending any other form of help is invaluable. Every act of kindness makes a difference. - Join the Effort: Engage with the vast network of volunteers at AMIRSATVAT.COM dedicated to assisting our peers in the gaming industry through these tough times. Our collective action is powerful. - Take Action: Small gestures of support can create waves of positive impact. Sharing information, assisting with resume writing, or simply offering words of encouragement are all meaningful ways to help. The recent cuts at EA Vancouver remind us of the challenges within the gaming industry and the importance of coming together to support each other during tough times. Your support is crucial and deeply appreciated.