August 18, 2022
Leading events company Roucan is delighted to announce a partnership with Into Games for WASD Careers, taking place on the 17th-18th November at indoor exhibition centre Farnborough International.
A significant part of the partnership will see Into Games curate relevant, educational content for career seekers from their network of studio partners and connections, preparing future game developers for employment.
From their booth on the show floor, Into Games will also help those interested in working in the industry with personal meetings.
Declan Cassidy, CEO, Into Games, commented, “WASD is exactly the kind of event we need to break down the barriers that people may face when exploring job options in the games sector. We’re looking forward to providing world class speakers and giving the opportunity for attendees to meet sector professional in person and help get them started on their journey into work”
WASD Careers, in its first year, is expected to welcome thousands of students seeking a future in video games and those who are curious about working the world's largest immersive and entertainment business. WASD Careers will show young people more than just writing code, with talks and presentations from all disciplines in the gaming business.
Matt Styles, Event Director of WASD Careers said, “Working with Into Games guarantees the right direction for speaker content. We’re really pleased to be collaborating and offering the right guidance to those considering a career path in the games industry”.
The two day event will focus on driving diversity in the sector, which will emphasise heavily on under-represented groups in games, including those from under-priviledged backgrounds, local education authorities and the M3 Enterprise Group.
Tickets are now available for purchase here, and those organising a trip for a school, college or university can get in touch for discounted tickets.
For more information contact Matt Style matt.styles@roucan.co.uk and make a difference in the future.
W.A.S.D Careers will be for anyone interested in a career in the videogames industry. A perfect venue and opportunity for development talent to showcase their skills and for video games companies to meet and see their work. W.A.S.D Careers will be the first nationwide opportunity for development talent to meet prospective employers and network with other collaborators within the games space.
The showfloor will comprise of a few key zones;
- Students showcase - students show their playable work
- Developer stands - developers meet talented students
- Recruitment area - recruiter booths to talk to candidates
- Technology focus - tech providers show off their capability on the event floor
- Educators - educators meet the candidates of the future, employers and government
- Meeting/chat/networking - a free meeting system to match developers and students
- Esports and publishing - how to get into the business
- Charity - make something that makes a difference and meet the people involved
Into Games
Into Games' mission is to create a fair and equitable pathway to skill development and career progression in games and immersive industries. They work to remove barriers to entry and provide practical guidance, low-cost training and industry connections at the right moment and place for anyone, no matter their background or circumstance.