Video Game Development - Finding Work

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We're investigating the progression, from student to professional, of aspiring video game developers. Our aim is to gain a better understanding of the challenges faced by people making this transition, so that we can develop solutions to help smooth the way.
Please note: questions are phrased as if directed at someone currently studying. Please respond as though questions are phrased in the past tense if you are already employed or have completed your degree.

Gender *

Female

Male

Age *

15-20

20-25

25-30

30-40

40-50

Current Occupation

Student

Graduate

Other:

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When you chose Game Development, it was because...(select all that apply)

The money is so, so good.

I'm passionate about creating new and interesting software.

I love video games and wanted to work with them.

My friends/relatives/pets recommended it to me as a course of study.

I had no idea what I wanted to do and picked what seemed fun.

Other:

On a scale of 1 to 5, how informed/decided are you on your post-grad career/workspace?

1: I dunno, I'm just focusing on studying at the moment.

2: I talked to some friends and have a vague sense of what careers are available and interest me.

3: I looked up some companies and got a sense of the industry before I chose my course.

4: I've been proactive about my future career and have a pretty good idea what job and company I want.

5: I have a five year plan and have already been for interviews.

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How easy has it been to figure out what future careers are available?

Super easy, I just googled around and got everything I needed.

Not hard, it took some effort but I feel well informed and confident about the choices I've made/will make.

Difficult, I've had to dig for information relevant to my interests and I'm not sure I'm getting a clear picture.

Very frustrating. There aren't enough resources, or if they exist, I cant find them.

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Have you ever considered creating your own app or game?

Yes, that's my main goal.

Yes, I've thought about it but haven't planned anything serious.

No, I want to work on someone else's content.

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If you answered yes to the question above, what's stopped you from trying already? (select all that apply)

I dont even know where to begin...

I've tried/looked into it but it's expensive

I've tried/looked into it but it's time consuming

I've tried/looked into it but I need support/a team

I've tried/looked into it but I don't have access to the resources (hardware/software) that I need

Other:

Are you learning what you thought you'd be learning in your degree?

Yes

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Do you feel that what you're learning is adequately preparing you for the working world?

Yes, most of these skills will be useful and desirable to a future employer.

Maybe. I feel like I might need to do more outside my degree to be prepared.

No, I need to obtain additional qualifications before I attempt to find employment.

I'm not sure what employers are looking for.

Other:

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Briefly, what has been the biggest problem or obstacle you've faced with your degree?

Are you planning to stay and find work in Sydney when you graduate? Tell us why or why not.

If you've looked for work in the gaming industry already - what's your biggest complaint about the process?

Finally, is there a question you feel we should've asked you? Let us know!

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