Having a good portfolio is extremely important when applying for a job in the game industry because beyond having a resume and education, a company will want to see a strong portfolio showcasing the experience and work of an individual. A company is much more likely to hire someone who has a serious portfolio showing projects such as games that they have worked on over someone who does not. A quality portfolio can not only show a strong work ethic, but it could also be the difference between getting the job or not. When I was revamping my portfolio for the most recent assignment I made sure that all of the text on my portfolio was the same font and I aligned everything in order to make a more organized and serious tone. When I am further revamping my portfolio this month, I will ensure to change the information on the page about me and try to get some new artwork up there. Updating a portfolio is required for getting a job in the game industry because if there is no recent work, companies will have no idea what kind of work to expect from someone or how much they have grown. Even indie game designers look at the portfolios of candidates for their job openings, and seeing as indie game jobs are the most realistic example of jobs we could actually get from taking game design classes, portfolios are important even right now. According to every source I looked at, making games and displaying them on your portfolio is the greatest way to stand out from other applicants, not only does it show your experience with making games but it also shows your passion for the game industry and confidence to show everyone your work.
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Citations: Brightman, James. “Your Game Portfolio Is Your Greatest Asset.” GamesIndustry.biz, GamesIndustry.biz, 30 Apr. 2014, www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2014-04-30-your-game-portfolio-is-your-greatest-asset. “How to Build a Game Designer Portfolio | 2018 Guide.” The Ultimate Resource for Video Game Design, 12 May 2018, www.gamedesigning.org/career/game-design-portfolio/. New York Film Academy. “How To Create A Game Design Portfolio That Stands Out.” Film School And Acting School Of New York Film Academy, Alumni | New York Film Academy, 30 May 2018, www.nyfa.edu/student-resources/how-to-create-a-game-design-portfolio-that-stands-out/.
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