[2020] Tweets by Kurlancheek on 06 Nov

about 4 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@Krashy Yessssssssssss Boulder approves http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ElrdE04XYAIQTFC.jpg

about 4 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@Krashy Ugh autocorrecting Bouldy so rude.

about 3 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Originally posted by

Blog post: Six Truths About Video Game Stories! "I'm not a great fantasy writer. If I was, I'd be writing books nobody buys because nobody buys books anymore. Still, as a writer I'm simply competent. Which, by video games standards, makes me awesome." https://t.co/uoIKN73cSD
Jeff Vogel

I enjoy most of @spiderwebsoft's posts but this one rings extra true (albeit a smidge painfully). https://twitter.com/spiderwebsoft/status/1454560936237289476

about 3 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@tobi @FionaMcK wow toxic

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

We recently opened hiring for a number of associate / entry-level game designer roles. This is exciting and a great opportunity. While looking at and talking to a lot of candidates, some things stood out to keep in mind when applying for jobs. No surprises here but a 🧵(1/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

You probably have more relevant experience than you think! That volunteering to teach kids to code, moderating a gaming discord, leading a guild... those are all way more interesting and relevant than the year you spent being paid by a chain restaurant. (2/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Call out experience with the games of the company where you're applying. Own the fact that you achieved something big, contributed to the wiki or fan site, built tools for a game! (This is how I got my foot in 23 years ago...) (3/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Be familiar with game and genre you'd be working in. Come prepared to talk about them and don't be surprised when you're asked for your thoughts about what's good, bad, what could be better, what you'd do differently, etc. Be honest and constructive. (4/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

There's never been a better time to tinker with games. Game engines, tools, and compilers are free. Modding games is easy. Build a portfolio, show off your stuff, even if it's not polished. Tell us what you learned in the process and what you'd do next time. (5/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Have core knowledge for the role. If you're applying for a systems design job, you should have an understanding of probability and stats. If you want to be an encounter designer, be able to debate the merits and drawbacks of trash or downtime on fights, and so on. (6/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

You know that feeling you get when you're so wound up about something that you start to ramble? Harness that and make us feel your excitement (but don't ramble). (7/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Use your cover letter to tell us, specifically, why we should hire you, specifically. Don't just restate your resume, long-form. Don't use a generic cover letter for a dozen different jobs. (8/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Have a friend copy-edit and proofread your materials. A second set of eyes is so much better than looking over things yourself. (9/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Be concise. For a entry-level role, we get 100s of applications, so get in, say what you need, and get out. Don't make me sift through a 4-page resume and 30 pages of supporting documents. Also make it legible. This is not the place for your creativity to shine through. (10/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Do mock interviews with your school, friends, or anyone you can. Interviewing is a skill and it's hard, so get some practice in. (11/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

In an interview, when asked a question, take a breath. You don't need to rush through answers. We want to see how you work through problems, how you collaborate and take feedback, so "show your work". We want you to succeed so ask for clarification or help if you need. (12/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

For your portfolio, highlight the best thing. Put it front and center. Make it easy to see what you did, what's cool about it, what you'd change. Don't expect me to install your game, just make a video on YouTube. P.S. Excel files totally count as portfolio material! (13/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Nail the fundamentals of being an applicant. Be on time, timely with responses to emails or calls, and for the love of all that is good, BE NICE to everyone you talk to along the way. (14/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

Speaking of being nice - expect us to eventually look at your linkedin, twitter, etc so comport yourself accordingly. (15/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

The industry is TINY. People talk and their reputation follows them around. If you've said or done things in the past, expect folks to know about it, for better or worse. (16/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

After the interview, follow up with folks to say thanks. It takes all of a minute and might not help your chances, but it'll definitely at least leave things on a friendly note. (17/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

That's all I've got for now but I'm sure there's a whole new list if this were written tomorrow. Like I said at the top, we're hiring! Check out https://www.proletariat.com/careers and https://careers.blizzard.com/global/en/search-results?keywords=world%20of%20warcraft for more info. Thanks @matthew_villers for the tagteam. (18/18)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@glassbottommeg Ha! Thanks! It's been a VERY long and wild ride. :)

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@SeoxysE Blizzard has an internship program https://careers.blizzard.com/global/en/internships

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@its_spef Most of them even hold up for not-designers!

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@CLHopinator Totally agree!

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@CLHopinator Yup, the (lofty) goal with any applicant is even if they're turned down, they will still recommend the company as a place to work.

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@MikappaArt :( I'm very much not helpful when it comes to art and its hiring pipeline. Sorry!

about 2 years ago - kurlancheek - Direct link

@JeffAHamilton Both of these are real good points too. The short dnd map with explainers is a classic portfolio piece when starting out.

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