SUMMARY
This document provides an overview of the interview process for artists looking to enter the games industry. It covers the stages of discovery, first interview, art test (sometimes), and final interview, emphasizing the importance of having a polished CV and portfolio, as well as taking the time to make informed decisions about whether a company is a good fit. The document also includes advice on dealing with rejection and emphasizes the importance of persistence.
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Allright, so let's start with some of the basics, even though a lot of these applications might be done through pre-filled application forms, especially for the bigger companies. But for a lot of companies you might still need to reach out to them by email, so let's go over some tips for those here.
When it comes to sending emails, a lot of people might mistake this for being easy. However, there is a real craft to this aspect as well, it's all about balancing the person's time on the other end and adding something that makes the person think about the email even after closing it.
Personally I like to work with a short introduction that also has my portfolio into so that people don't need to read through the bullshit and get right to what's important, and that is your work.
<aside> 1️⃣ BE POLITE: This should really speak for itself, but keep it professional an be polite. Rude emails or trying to be edgy never works out.
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<aside> 2️⃣ KEEPING IT SHORT/TO THE POINT: Don’t waste people’s time, and yours. Tel them why you send the email, why they need you and what you can contribute.
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<aside> 4️⃣ GETTING PERSONAL: Finding out a personal email address instead of the generic one is a good way to separate yourself from other applicants
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<aside> 5️⃣ PROOFREADING: Clear up those smaller mistakes and make sure that you get the name of the person on the other end right.
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<aside> 6️⃣ VERIFY WITH OTHERS: This can really help you get the tone of the email right and avoid confusion.
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<aside> 7️⃣ CATCHY SUBJECT LINES: What I tend to do is add my name into the line as well, to make it more personal something like "Name Surname - Environment Art Application"
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