How can you pitch and present remote game design effectively?

1 Prepare your materials

Before you start your pitch or presentation, make sure you have all the necessary materials ready and accessible. This may include a slide deck, a video, a game design document, a prototype, or any other relevant documents or media. You should also test your tools and platforms, such as Zoom, Google Drive, or Discord, and ensure that they work smoothly and securely. You don't want to waste time or lose attention due to technical issues or glitches.

2 Focus on the core

When you pitch or present your game design remotely, you need to capture and maintain the interest and attention of your audience. To do that, you need to focus on the core of your game design: what is the main idea, the unique selling point, the target audience, the gameplay loop, and the value proposition of your game? You should be able to summarize these in a concise and catchy way, and use them as the backbone of your pitch or presentation. Avoid going into too much detail or complexity, unless asked or necessary.

3 Use visuals and audio

One of the challenges of remote game design pitching and presenting is that you can't rely on physical cues, gestures, or feedback from your audience. Therefore, you need to use visuals and audio to enhance your communication and engagement. You can use images, diagrams, charts, animations, or screenshots to illustrate your game design concepts and features. You can also use music, sound effects, voice-overs, or narration to create a mood and atmosphere for your game. You should also speak clearly, confidently, and enthusiastically, and use a microphone and headphones to avoid background noise or echo.

4 Interact and adapt

Another challenge of remote game design pitching and presenting is that you can't easily gauge the reaction and response of your audience. Therefore, you need to interact and adapt to their needs and expectations. You can ask questions, solicit feedback, or conduct polls or surveys to check their understanding and interest. You can also use chat, emojis, or reactions to create a sense of connection and rapport. You should also be flexible and ready to adjust your pitch or presentation based on the feedback and questions you receive. You may need to skip, expand, or clarify some parts of your game design, depending on the situation.

5 Follow up and follow through

After you finish your pitch or presentation, you need to follow up and follow through with your audience. You should thank them for their time and attention, and provide them with a summary or a recap of your game design. You should also share your contact information, and invite them to reach out to you if they have any questions, comments, or suggestions. You should also follow through with any promises or commitments you made during your pitch or presentation, such as sending additional materials, providing updates, or scheduling another meeting. You want to show that you are professional, reliable, and passionate about your game design.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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