Game Design Careers
Related Skills
- Creativity
- Artistic vision
- A passion for video games
- Storytelling ability
- Wide-ranging knowledge of gaming trends
- Strong analytical frame of mind
- Programming skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Being Successful in the Field
- Build your own game design portfolio
- Post your work on discussion boards
- Start a gaming blog
- Get an internship at a video game studio
- Join Game Design clubs
Related Fields
- Game Designer
- Game Development
- Level Designer
- Game Writer/Storyline developer
- Game Artist/Content Designer
- Interface Designer
- Audio Designer
- Game Artist
- Game Prototype Design
- Game Tester
Career Industry Liaison
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kristy DeWall | 223 Bone Student Center | ksdewal@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
Internship Coordinator
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jody Decremer | Center for Visual Arts 216A | decremer@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-3921 |