Archive for 'Job Seekers'

Gearbox and Robot - 2 great tastes in Dallas

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Robin McShaffry

Mary-Margaret Network is helping two great studios in Dallas with their hiring: Gearbox and Robot. Both have fantastic projects in the works, have great reputations in the area and the industry and are actively seeking game developers.

Some Austin Summer Magic

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Robin McShaffry

Two great companies in Austin are hiring game developers right now: Bluepoint Games and Aspyr! Tools, tech, graphics and Mac programmers take note! Join a super-energized community!

Aspyr is hiring Mac Software Engineers -- applicants need to have C++, Windows and Mac development experience, expert debugging and best practices. Aspyr is a great company near downtown Austin with a laid back attitude. Their own site says, “Life is too short to separate work and play. Instead, we have created a mutant race of organized free thinkers to help take on the daunting yet noble task of letting the world relax and have fun.”

Bluepoint Games is operating a little under the radar in Austin - not many folks know about them, but that is about to change. Bluepoint has a veteran team, a solid track record, and some very interesting work to be done. This is where you come in: they’re seeking a Sr. Tools and Technology engineer, a self-starter, with C++, C#, Mel scripting, next-gen console products and lots of chutzpah.

Asking Questions

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Sheri Rubin

One Minute Job Search Insights is a series of short, easy-to-read articles designed to give job searchers little nuggets of information that can be read and digested in about one minute.

In interviews many job seekers spend a lot of time preparing for all the questions they are going to get. They think about the usual questions like “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” and “Tell me about a difficult situation you had to handle in your last job.”

They may prepare quick-witted answers to common questions such as “What do you look for in a boss?” and “What do you call your style of management?” The problem comes when that part of the interview is over and the person on the other side of the desk inquires “Do you have any questions for me?”

What's next in game industry careers?

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Jeannie Novak and Michael E. Moore

After completing work on their book, Game Industry Career Guide (part of the Game Development Essentials series, published by Cengage Delmar Learning), Jeannie Novak and Michael E. Moore both took some time to expand on the book’s final chapter, “Future: Employment & Growth in the Game Industry.” What follows is their short list of the top most exciting changes we see taking place in the industry in the near future . . .
The V-Team

Let’s start with the economy. Yes – we’ve seen a rash of layoffs and firings during the last few years. Even game industry veterans found themselves out of work. But simultaneous to the consolidation of larger game companies, a slew of small consultancies and game development studios have cropped up – some run by those very veterans, and some by relative newcomers with the entrepreneurial spirit. Some of these studios are saving a great deal on overhead by hiring employees from around the country (and even the world) to participate on what is being known as “virtual teams.”

Colors, Colors, Colors

Posted on July 6, 2010 by by Sheri Rubin

One Minute Job Search Insights is a series of short, easy-to-read articles designed to give job seekers little nuggets of information that can be read and digested in about one minute.

Do you taste the rainbow? Then I hope you’re eating Skittles® [html code: ®] and not reading your resume.

While some ‘experts’ agree that occasionally using a nice, single complimentary color to highlight titles and sections is okay, almost all resume experts and hiring managers will tell you that a multitude of colors will turn them off or even make your resume impossible to read. Take this possible scenario in three different color formats:

April showers bring...JOBS!

Posted on April 12, 2010 by by Ali Harmatuk

What's that old adage about it raining outside with the sun still shining? The devil is getting married? The devil is kissing his wife? Well, bring on the breath spray and an umbrella 'cause it's been POURING at Mary-Margaret Network! We're drenched but the warm sunshine of new job opportunities has kept the smiles on our faces!

Mary-Margaret Network has partnered with companies working on cutting edge projects...and they are looking for YOU. THE AMAZING SOCIETY (a Gazillion subsidiary), Z2LIVE, ROBOT ENTERTAINMENT, and MOTOROLA are just a few of the companies NOW HIRING! These clients are searching for exceptional software engineers to fill roles on fun, exciting teams.

Who's ever dreamed about being a superhero? Pulling on the spandex every morning for work, tying the cape around your neck, and rescuing the world from evil doers! Join The Amazing Society and walk in their hallowed halls of heroes!

Choosing your path

Posted on January 26, 2010 by by Ali Harmatuk

We often get questions from candidates about career path and the job market. Recently, a candidate with a background in programming and art asked Ali which of those two paths, programming or graphic arts for games, would be a better choice in terms of salary and growth. The candidate also wanted to know if there is a way to combine the two disciplines. We thought we would share Ali's response with you.

It is quick and easy to do some salary comparison research online. However, I will say that you can't be in the game industry, either as a programmer or an artist, if that's not your passion. The game industry takes dedication, time (sometimes a lot of it!), and a true love for what you are creating.

There are good reasons to enter either discipline. As an artist, you can be creative. You can also branch out into other fields like films, commercials, architecture, etc. As a programmer, yes, you'll be paid more. You can also move into other industries with those skills as well. You can do some research online to see what other industries support your skill set (based on the languages you know), as areas of growth are something you need to take into consideration. Both disciplines have good career paths that will let you learn and grow.

Game Designers, teach and share your knowledge

Posted on December 10, 2009 by by erin

It's great to see accredited colleges and universities growing their degreed programs for the video game industry. It's the innovative schools that attract young minds who are not only looking for opportunities, but want to create them. Champlain College has introduced new courses to their curriculum such as Game Design and Computer & Digital Forensics. Champlain College has a unique liberal arts education combined with a professional focus. They have a can-do culture; where people with diverse talents, pool their skills in enterprising ways.

Champlain is looking for an Assistant Professor of Game Design. The program is recognized for its outstanding labs, state-of-the art software, team-oriented faculty, and strong, innovative, project-based curriculum patterned after and designed with game development industry input and support. The Assistant Professor will be responsible for creating curriculum and course development, student advising, instruction and enrichment, industry outreach and development of program presence. Experience in level design, construction and scripting is a must. The ideal candidate must have experience working with game engines such as Unreal, Torque, Virtools or similar. Candidates must also have experience working in a 3D pipeline and using 3D packages such as Maya.

Looking for a job?

Posted on November 29, 2009 by by Erin Singleton

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