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🎮🚀 It's been a while since I last shared an update with you all, but I couldn't resist coming back to talk about the incredible experience I had working on Call of Duty: NEXT last week! 💥 At NEXT, I had the privilege of working with some truly amazing teams who dedicated an immense amount of time and effort to develop assets that showcased the future of the Call of Duty franchise. From Warzone Mobile, to Modern Warfare 3, and everything in between, vierwers got a tantalizing glimpse into the next chapter of this iconic brand. 🌟 What was truly remarkable to witness was the seamless production that unfolded. It was as if every aspect of the event had been meticulously rehearsed, much like a well-choreographed musical. The synergy between our creators, influencers, my coworkers, and our marketing assets was nothing short of magical. 🎶 I want to take a moment to applaud our incredible team for their outstanding work. This event underscored the diverse range of positions that are integral to a successful gaming company. While our developers and game creators are undoubtedly the backbone of our industry (and we are fortunate to have some of the most talented individuals in the field), it's equally crucial to recognize the pivotal role played by the individuals who handle marketing, event management, and collaboration with creators. Interested in joining the action-packed world of gaming? Discover the exciting opportunities available at careers.activision.com. Whether you're a passionate developer or have a knack for marketing and event management, there's a place for you here. 🌐 If you have any questions or just want to chat about the incredible world of gaming, feel free to reach out to me anytime. 📩 I look forward to reconnecting with you all more frequently, and I'm excited to share more exciting updates and insights about the gaming industry in the coming weeks. 🎮💬 #CallOfDutyNEXT #GamingWorld #CareerOpportunities #PassionForGaming

YES! I'm still looking for what's next, but I'm not focusing on the end goal anymore. and while it sounds like a new-age yoga video intro, I'm actually focusing more on the journey right now. When I entered the industry I had a career background of leadership and a hobby/part time of writing, primarily for tabletop games. I actually expected to be employed in games in a purely writing capacity, but it was my leadership background that attracted Blizzard then and the rest is history; that part of my journey was no more expected than Thorin's dwarves' excursion to Goblin town. Yes, I got back to the creative side of leadership as well as running Studios/Operations and I did the writing too, but it has been a rollercoaster ride I didn't expect. I can't complain, I've been very fortunate, though my journey controlled me as much as I chose it. There's both good and bad in that. Now I have the chance, I am plotting the route more carefully. Could it be a return to a job in AA or AAA at executive level? For the right role, absolutely. That's the most obvious way. Or could it be a remote role that allows me to live somewhere I want to: Spain, for example, where I could afford to not need to go back to executive leadership? Sure. Amazing. It would be a bargain for the studio with my experience and fulfill a different path which meets my family goals. Could it return us to our beloved US? I'd love that. I'm absolutely in love with the idea of returning to America. Maybe I'll write my book? I'm doing that anyway. At such a challenging time, stubbornly insisting on one narrow path isn't just limiting your opportunities, it's closing you off to what may make you most happy. Get the map out, because not all roads lead to Mordor. Some do, so be extra careful. Oh, and bonus points if you recognise which map this is. #career #gamesindustry #journey #gamesjobs #games #layoffs

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To everyone at EA about to experience job loss, from those losing roles to those losing members of your team, this community is here for you. We see MANY studios posting open roles right now. If you or someone you know is affected OR if you are a recruiter with open roles please post here. Tag yourself, tag someone laid off, post your open roles, share support for everyone affected, anything that helps people find new roles and/or to feel supported right now. #gaming #gamingjobs #gamingcommunity

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Who are we? And what are we doing here? When everything seems like it’s on fire in the #gamesindustry, it’s important to take stock of who you are, why you do the thing that you do, and maybe (re)define your purpose. When you're in need of a new a job, fast, this might sound counter-productive, right? Maybe. Maybe not. For many in games, shit just hit the fan. That may be true, and it may be urgent. But taking a moment to reflect, understand your value, puff out that chest and nail every f*cking interview is going to get you there quicker. Metaphorically, we’re in a similar business headspace right now. We need to offer more CLARITY on our value. And NAIL every opportunity to prove it. Reflecting inwards, we got some things wrong last year. And it stings like hell. But we know it. So we’re redefining our purpose. At the worst possible time. When no-one is hiring. And everyone is firing. “We’re changing the way studios think about hiring talent” is what we say. It’s our M.O. So how exactly have we done that. Where’s the proof? ▪️Whilst we don’t claim to be the first to offer embedded, in #games, we have pioneered the models our competitors are now copying. ▪️ This week, we complete a 3.5 year, 60+ headcount hiring project for a studio who recently won 2 awards for the trailer that made their game one of the most anticipated Xbox Game Pass releases in the coming year. We did it all without an expensive ATS or fancy ads. ▪️ We hired 13 people for one of the UK’s most sought after but ‘hardest-to-recruit-for’ studios behind one of the best mobile/ipad games of the last decade, complimenting the headcount growth with an entirely new progression framework being implemented this year. Hiring us being “the best HR & People Decision we’ve made all year”. Their words. So yea, we changed some minds. And we’ve had a belting time doing it. Of course, there’s more to come. #wearestudiotypes #talentpartner #gamedev #recruitment

Usually this happens in game studios where business becomes the most important factor. It happens gradually, when founders become detached of basic development, and are involved only management decisions, budgets etc, and suddenly everything seems to be just business math, excel sheets, powerpoints, meetings, scheduling, more meetings, investor relations and other activities that direct you away from artistic quality mentality to business success mentality. #gameindustry #qualityoverquantity #business #layoffs