VIDEO GAME DEVELOPER
A video game developer is a software developer (a business or an individual) that creates video games. A developer may specialize in a certain video game console, such as Sony's PlayStation 3, Microsoft's Xbox 360, Nintendo's Wii, or may develop for a variety of systems, including personal computers.
Some developers also specialize in certain types of games, such as computer role-playing games or first-person shooters. Some focus on porting games from one system to another. Some focus on translating games from one language to another. An unusual few do other kinds of software development work in addition to games.
Most video game publishers maintain development studios, such as Electronic Arts's EA Canada, Activision's Radical Entertainment, Nintendo EAD and Sony Polyphony Digital . However, as publishing is still their primary activity, they are generally described as "publishers" rather than "developers".
A games developer is completely involved from the first process, The games developer can help with most parts of the game from animation to creating characters and backgrounds.
At least 3-5 years experience in managing teams of creative people, and managing creative projects from concept to release. A technical background is preferred.
- A willingness to do whatever it takes to get the highest quality games shipped, including the occasional unpleasant task (making installers or wrappers).
- A passion for game development, and the ability to manage equally passionate people in a rapidly changing marketplace.
- Ability to balance the needs of a business with the talent of a creative team.
- Independence and initiative - a proven track record of seeking out tasks, finding new ways to enhance productivity both personally and for the team.
- Extreme attention to detail without compromising the ability to do many things at once with ongoing interruptions.
- Ability to create top-quality products with a limited budget and resources in a highly competitive market, all in 40 hour weeks.- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills. Must communicate ideas easily to the entire team including artists, designers, and offsite contacts.
A games developer can start of by just testing games and proceed onto being a team manager or even running a games development company. Many qualifications are needed to get further such as animation art media studdys.
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