Become Certified Game Dev Recruiter And Start Earning

Master GameDev recruitment: Learn industry-specific skills, sourcing, and candidate assessment to boost your career

What you'll learn

Understand the unique aspects of GameDev recruitment and the industry’s specific roles and processes.

Master sourcing strategies and tools to find top GameDev talent across platforms.

Evaluate candidates effectively using competency-based interviews and test cases.

Develop communication strategies to engage and attract GameDev professionals.

Requirements

No prior experience is required; this course is designed for beginners eager to learn and succeed in recruitment

Description

The GameDev industry is unique, with companies seeking recruiters who understand its specific culture and roles. This comprehensive online course, led by industry expert Mike Pritula, is designed to equip recruiters with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the GameDev sector. Through eight in-depth lessons, you’ll learn about the game development process, various roles within the industry, and effective strategies for sourcing and assessing candidates.What you’ll learn:• Introduction to GameDev Recruitment: Understand the role of a GameDev recruiter, the industry’s unique aspects, and how it differs from traditional IT recruitment.• Game Development Process and Design: Gain insights into how games are developed from concept to release, including the roles of game designers and publishers.• GameDev Technology Stack: Learn about the technologies, platforms, and tools used in game development, and the various developer roles involved.• Art and Creative Roles in GameDev: Explore the different art positions, their responsibilities, and where to find talented artists and illustrators.• Other Essential GameDev Roles: Understand the functions of marketers, producers, community managers, testers, and business managers within the industry.• Sourcing GameDev Talent: Discover effective strategies, resources, and tools for finding and attracting GameDev professionals.• Assessing GameDev Candidates: Learn how to evaluate candidates through competency-based interviews, test cases, and cultural fit assessments.• Effective Communication with Candidates: Develop skills in engaging with potential hires, utilizing creative communication approaches, and understanding candidate motivations.Course Program:1. Introduction to GameDev Recruitment: Explore the role and significance of a GameDev recruiter, industry specifics, and company cultures.2. The Game Development Process and Game Design: Understand game types, development stages, indie development, and the roles of designers and publishers.3. GameDev Developers and Technology Stack: Learn about developer roles, technologies, engines, platforms, and salary structures.4. Art in GameDev: Identify various art positions, their tools, and strategies for sourcing creative talent.5. Other GameDev Roles: Understand the responsibilities of marketers, producers, community managers, testers, and business managers.6. Sourcing GameDev Employees: Discover resources, plugins, search queries, and events for finding GameDev professionals.7. Assessing GameDev Candidates: Learn evaluation methods, including interviews, test cases, scorecards, and cultural fit assessments.8. Communicating with GameDev Candidates: Develop effective communication strategies, utilizing templates and creative approaches to engage candidates.Course Features:• Expert Instruction: Learn from Mike Pritula, a renowned HR leader with over 15 years of experience.• Flexible Learning: Access eight recorded lessons at your own pace, with one lesson released per week.• Practical Application: Engage in weekly homework assignments with personalized feedback to reinforce learning.• Interactive Community: Participate in a dedicated Telegram chat to discuss cases and share experiences with peers.• Certification: Receive a diploma upon successful completion of the course, enhancing your professional credentials.Who should enroll:• Recruiters aiming to enter the GameDev industry or enhance their existing skills within this sector.• HR professionals seeking to understand the unique aspects of GameDev recruitment.• Individuals interested in the gaming industry and talent acquisition.Equip yourself with the essential skills to become a successful GameDev recruiter and contribute significantly to the growth of gaming companies. Enroll now to embark on your journey toward mastering GameDev recruitment.

Overview

Section 1: Becoming Video Game Recruiter

Lecture 1 Introduction to GameDev Recruitment

Lecture 2 The game development process and game design

Lecture 3 What GameDev developers do. The technology stack in GameDev

Lecture 4 Art in Gamedev

Lecture 5 Other GameDev Roles

Lecture 6 Where and how to look for GameDev employees

Lecture 7 How to assess a GameDev candidates

Lecture 8 How to communicate with GameDev candidates

This course is for aspiring recruiters, career changers, and professionals looking to build or enhance their recruitment skills and succeed in HR