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May 23, 2025

Introducing Career Connections: advice for job seekers in real-time creative industries

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Epic Games Education is very excited to announce a new video series for students and teachers called Career Connections. The series, created especially for ArtStation, is designed to bridge the gap between education and career opportunities, giving emerging talent the resources and knowledge to thrive in creative industries, including games, animation, and virtual production.

The Career Connections series kicks off with eight videos by successful artists, mentors, recruiters, and decision-makers from around the world. Teachers and students are encouraged to explore these insights directly from the pros who hire and train the next generation of real-time artists and designers.
 

Career Connections playlist

  • Navigating the Job Market as an Emerging Creator by Amir Satvat, Business Development Director at Tencent Games and award-winning advocate for job seekers, USA
  • Secrets from the Recruiters' Playbook by Antonella Scandroglio, Lead Technical Recruiter for games, Argentina 
  • ArtStation Power-Up: Portfolio Development by Muddasir Bangash, Product Manager, Canada
  • Lessons Learned by Sir Wade Neidstadt, Character Animator and YouTube Creator, USA
  • Lessons Learned by Sam Anderson, 3D Artist, Founder, Studio Ladder, USA
  • Lessons Learned by Jonathan Winbush, YouTube Creator, USA
  • Job Roles Spotlight: Playtest Researcher by Adrian McLaurin, Playtest Researcher, USA
  • Job Roles Spotlight: Game Balance Designer by Agni Stavrinaky, Game Balance Designer, USA

These videos from Epic Games Education are designed to empower new talent and get them ready for new careers in real-time industries. By focusing on these goals, Career Connections aims to inspire and guide the next generation of talent, ensuring they are prepared to excel in their chosen creative industries.

And it’s just the beginning. Stay tuned for more insightful videos in the Career Connections series.

Check out Career Connections

Watch the videos to see what hiring and recruiting experts have to say about kicking off a career in real-time creative industries.
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