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The UK's biggest games student event returns to EGX in October

GamesIndustry.biz

The GI Academy will also feature developer and educator booths, with the event already 70% full. Students, job seekers and those simply interested in working in games can take part in a series of tasks that, once completed, would allow them to 'graduate' from the GI Academy. Read more

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Industry needs to break down biases about African games markets

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The talk was hosted by Games Industry Africa co-founder and Starbreeze VP of business development Vic Bassey, and featured Africa Games Week co-founder and RenderHeads CEO Nick Hall, RocketRide business development manager and IGDA board member Limpho Moeti, and Maliyo Games founder Hugo Obi.

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Cinematic synchronization: The pivotal role of Script Supervisors in film production

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Embarking on a journey to become a Script Supervisor entails a blend of formal education, practical experience, and a keen eye for detail. Here's a roadmap: Education: While a degree in film or a related field is beneficial, it's not mandatory. Image source: IMDb.com How to Become a Script Supervisor ?

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CGS Mentor to present at FMX about the value of online learning

CG Spectrum

CG Spectrum Mentor and FuseFX VFX Supervisor Jason Gottlieb ( The Morning Show , 9-1-1: Lone Star , Julia ) will be attending the 2023 Film and Media Exchange (FMX) conference next week on April 25 to take part in a panel discussing " Breaking Boundaries in VFX Education: Expanding Horizons through Online Learning."

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Top gamification examples in mobile apps

Game Analytics

Great for fitness, health, and education apps. A must for any education or fitness apps. And if you add a feature which lets you compare streaks with their friends, they’ll have all the more motivation to come back. Strava’s Streak feature lets users set challenges and goals while joining in on community set ones.

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Olivier Madiba’s Kiro’o Games is building a Pan-African entertainment ecosystem

PreMortem.Games

Networks and prestigious educational backgrounds were equally important. He highlighted how Madiba had gathered a team of 20 individuals without formal game development education, yet managed to create a game of remarkable quality, earning a solid 7/10 rating. Degrees alone were not enough to secure promising careers.

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Indie Gaming’s Last Stand: How Willem Delventhal Is Battling Corporate Dominance!

Game Dev Unchained

The Transformative Landscape of Game Development: A Deep Dive with Willem Delventhal As a digital ecosystem thrives and transforms at a rapid pace, a recent conversation with game designer and educator Willem Delventhal offered insights into the evolving realm of game development. They are also pioneering innovators in the field of education.

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