Video Game Careers - Ultimate Edition - Video Game Careers, #4

Are you a gamer? Do you dream about making your own games, or do you know someone who does? The Video Game Careers series was written just for you. Gaming is big business, and every year tens of thousands of passionate fans try to break into the industry. But for most, trying to find a way in turns into a frustrating dead-end because they lack the skills and experience to position themselves as valuable hires.
Or worse - they get a job, only to find that they have the wrong mindset for the business and wash out. Remember - the average career in games lasts less than five years. The Video Game Careers books were created to help. They're short, highly readable career guides for anyone who wants to understand game development. They explain the complex world of the business step-by-step. And best of all, the series is chock-full of humor, career advice from industry pros, and fascinating behind-the-scenes anecdotes from some of the biggest projects in gaming history.
Video Game Careers books are written by Hardy LeBel, the creative guru behind mega-hit titles like Halo, FarCry and many more. He has over 20 years of industry experience, and now he's sharing tips, strategies, and insights that can help anyone break into the games business - and thrive. The Video Game Careers - Ultimate Edition features every volume in the series in one handy book, including:Book 1 - The Beginners Guide The perfect intro for kids, parents or anyone interested in a career in game development.
Book 2 - Understanding the Industry A step-by-step explanation of how games are made, and how the games business works. Book 3 - Game Jobs An in-depth guide to every career path in game development featuring tips on how to find and land the job of your dreams. The Ultimate Edition also includes the expanded VGC Resource Guide, a list of every game, service or product described in the series. So get the Video Game Careers - Ultimate Edition and get started on your journey towards a video game career - today!