Games Industry Explained: All Quirks Required

Join mayamada and event partner King for an engaging and insightful event as part of the "Do I Look Like a Gamer?" video game representation campaign! For this edition of Games Industry Explained, we're delving into the changing landscape of the video game industry and exploring the skills, talents, and qualities aspiring professionals will need to start and navigate a successful career.

Despite being a popular source of entertainment for many consumers, actually building a career in video games can be a daunting task that comes with many questions. Both from those who aspire to work in the industry as well as parents, guardians and carers supporting their journey into the UK's multi-billion pound creative industry.

This event provides an opportunity for young people, parents, and educators to gain insights from industry professionals at the start of their journey. Hosted by Candy Crush makers King at their central London headquarters, attendees will hear first-hand experiences from professionals carving their niche in this evolving industry. They'll learn about the challenges encountered, successes celebrated, and the character quirks that led them to success in their chosen career paths - from game development and design to marketing and beyond.

The "Do I Look Like A Gamer?" campaign was first launched in 2022 and is now a yearly initiative to challenge stereotypes in gaming culture and industry. We are working to empower future generations of diverse talent and raise awareness of career paths in gaming. We also provide opportunities for aspiring professionals to develop key skills through inclusive, community-focused events and you’ll hear about them all live on the mayamada Twitch channel.

Here's an overview of what you'll see during the launch as Nigel and Tazziii delve into the backstory of the "Do I Look Like A Gamer?" campaign and give an overview of plans for the year…

Nigel and Tazziii will be taking the lead in an engaging discussion with a diverse panel of professionals and practitioners from across the gaming industry, ranging from major companies to indie developers and solo creators. Be sure to stay tuned to find out who will be joining our panel. Following the panel discussion, Nigel and Tazziii will facilitate a Q&A session, providing the audience with the opportunity to ask their own questions.

This event is not only a learning platform, but also a great networking opportunity. It allows you to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for gaming. Networking is a crucial aspect of professional growth, as it helps establish valuable relationships that could open doors and present opportunities. Gaining industry knowledge and building these relationships could be your first steps towards a career in the rapidly evolving games industry. By securing your tickets today, you are investing in your future in one of the world's largest entertainment industries while expanding your professional network.

You can find us at the offices of King: The Ampersand Building, 178 Wardour St, London W1F 8FY

From Oxford Circus Station (Central, Victoria and Bakerloo Lines):

Walk east on Oxford St/A40 towards Great Portland Street. Turn right onto Wardour Street and The Ampersand Building will be on your left.

From Tottenham Court Road Station (Northern and Central Lines):

Walk north on Dean St towards Oxford Street/A40. Turn left onto Oxford Street/A40. Turn left onto Wardour Street and The Ampersand Building will be on your left.

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