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.
QUICK LINKS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Stages of the Interview
https://careers.umbc.edu/students/interview/stages/
Guide to game art applications - Keiran Goodson
https://www.artstation.com/marketplace/p/1znv/guide-to-game-art-applications-free-pdf?utm_source=artstation&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=homepage&utm_term=marketplace
Cover letter tips
https://resumegenius.com/cover-letter-examples
Best salary negotiation tactics
https://www.moneyunder30.com/best-salary-negotiation-tactics
Game Art Tests and How to Approach Them
https://80.lv/articles/game-art-tests-and-how-to-approach-them/
Art test examples
https://charlightart.wixsite.com/charlightnua/single-post/2016/01/04/NUA-Art-Tests-The-Brief
Guide to Game Art Applications - CV's and Covering Letters
https://www.artstation.com/kierangoodson/blog/nz0A/guide-to-game-art-applications-cvs-and-covering-letters
Glassdoor : probably the best indication of salary but also just general reviews of the company itself
https://www.glassdoor.de/index.htm?countryRedirect=true
UK game dev salaries :Link to spreadsheet
Technet Immersive "The 2020 Gaming Salary & Insights Guide" :2020 UK Game Salary
Twitter: there are a lot of great resources being shared on social media platform, but it's just tricky to find them sometimes. Some example things to look at #gamedevpaidme
Josh Lynch negotiation tips :Twitter Link