Game Design students often pursue language study and other coursework through the following programs:. The College of Arts and Sciences also directly hosts a variety of study abroad programs , some even featuring IU faculty, that might be right for you. Learn more about study abroad opportunities and locations through conversation with Game Design faculty , your academic advisors , and through the Office of Overseas Study.
Game Design students are encouraged to join Gamedev IU. You should also plan to attend a game developer conference as soon as possible. Student media opportunities in television, radio, print and online journalism allow you to create, produce, and manage media activities during your time at Indiana University. There are numerous opportunities for volunteer engagement, allowing you to give back to the local community while developing useful job skills.
The organizations below can help you connect with others from the university and beyond:. Sign up to receive weekly emails from the Bloomington Volunteer Network to learn about local opportunities and organizations. Game Design students can also participate in service learning opportunities offered through The Media School. There is a chapter of this organization in Indianapolis.
Use the Indiana University Library system to search for Associations Unlimited , an online directory of associations, professional societies, non-profit organizations, and much more. These include:. Your coursework provides many opportunities to develop the following five foundational skills that will serve you well in every career path:. These foundational skills will aid you in landing your first job and advancing professionally throughout your working life.
Not only are these the skills that employers say they value most in the workplace, they provide the best preparation for lifelong success in a world of complexity, uncertainty, and change.
Each year, the National Association of Colleges and Employers asks employers what key skills and qualities they are looking for in recent college graduates. The following are some of the most commonly desired attributes across many employment sectors:. As you explore various career fields, pay attention to specific job descriptions and requirements. If there are areas where your skills or knowledge are lacking, talk with your academic advisor and career coach about how you can develop in those areas while you are at Indiana University.
Your academic advisors and career coaches can also help you find ways to strengthen and deepen the knowledge you already have, becoming more prepared for whatever path you select after College. A good starting point for exploring your career options is an appointment with your career coach. The Walter Center for Career Achievement offers job search resources, career courses, job fairs, information about internships and full-time jobs, and help with social media networking through professional organizations.
Get advice about how to write your resume, ask for letters of recommendation from faculty and workplace supervisors, and prepare for job interviews, too. Explore and enroll in Career Communities to learn more about industries relevant to your interests. These offer unique information about each field, including alumni spotlights, opportunities and resources, and in-person events. Maximize your career preparation with a career course.
The section dedicated to Media provides the opportunity for you to explore the relationship between your field of study and life after graduation, while developing an academic and career development plan for post-collegiate success.
If you are considering continuing your studies after graduation, you may wish to enroll instead in the section dedicated to graduate school preparation.
Regardless of the section you select, you will leave the class with your resume, a cover letter or personal statement, and a LinkedIn profile ready to go! The demand for interactive entertainment that immerses and engages the user has never been stronger. New VR, mobile, and other burgeoning technologies ensure a promising outlook for game designers who can successfully combine technical, artistic, and collaborative skills.
Students with the knowledge and skills gained through the B. Game Design students also develop essential awareness of social systems theory, the gaming industry, and marketing. Students with a B. They are well prepared to work in game design and production, marketing, game industry management, film and television production, art direction, education, or as entrepreneurs. Graduates with a B. Initial and long-term destinations for graduates include positions in many job sectors: media, arts and entertainment, hospitality and tourism, technology and science, and education.
Want to see where your fellow majors go right after graduating from IU? Need more ideas? The Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics offers career information about hundreds of occupations. Talk with Media School faculty , academic advisors , career coaches , and other students to gain insights into the career paths taken by graduates with this degree. After graduation, a short-term experience or internship can help you make connections, gain life skills, and assess your interest in future careers.
Our students have created health education games to help children with diabetes , as well as games to raise awareness of environmental and social issues. Technical designer Unity developer Unreal developer Virtual reality designer Virtual reality developer. A goal-driven gaming program Faculty mentor students to produce published projects—the kind that can lead to professional game development jobs. Project management Balancing creative and business skills, we show you how to work in a production setting to develop, pitch, budget, and ultimately publish and produce a game project as part of a team.
Experience essential You may never fly a spaceship. Powers, Media Arts and Science lecturer. Ready to get started? Careers in game design It takes a team to create a video game. To begin your career, consider these degrees or concentrations: Game design B. Interactive and digital media B. And undergraduate specializations: Game art. Game audio. Game production. Helpful classes Introduction to Games Build a deep game literacy by breaking down games into their different components.
Game Art and Sound Learn the concepts, techniques and tools for creating audio, visual and narrative assets used in computer games and digitally mediated environments.
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