Advise on getting into the industry?

gamergirl4283 · 08-09-2010, 07:55 PM

Hello! I'm new here. Just trying to do some research on what I have to do to go about getting into the gaming industry. I have no experience at all and I have no college degree

. I'm a Veterinary Assistant at the moment, and I do not see myself making a career of it. I'm trying to get some advise from people in the industry to see where I should even start to achive my goal of getting into the industry. I like graphic arts, and drawing, painting, art. I thought about going to school for graphic design but decided I should do some reading first. I am a gamer and would love more than anything to get into the gaming industry. So with that being said, if anyone has any advise for me as to where I should start my journey...it would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much!

tsloper · 08-09-2010, 09:33 PM

Make a spectacular game art portfolio, then do all the things outlined in this article: http://www.sloperama.com/advice/lesson27.htm

tsloper · 08-10-2010, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by tsloper

Make a spectacular game art portfolio, then do all the things outlined in this article: http://www.sloperama.com/advice/lesson27.htm

Except you might be able to bypass the degree, depending on how long you've been a vet assistant.
And I need to update the section on the cover letter -- it exaggerates the importance of cover letters.

gamergirl4283 · 08-10-2010, 08:38 PM

Thank you so much Tom for sharing your website and information with me. I've only scratched the surface of the info that you give but I feel now that I know what I will need and I will be prepared for the industry! I have been a Vet Assistant for 2 years now, I do have some college experience in that field. I mostly...as hobbies, do photo manipulation, some photography, I draw cartoons and anime, I also paint them. Other hobby of course is gaming and LOTS of experience with that lol! I know I will most likely need to relocate for one thing which honestly would be a good change I think. I appreciate you advise and thank you again for sharing your information with me!