Find out more about our talent development programme : escapestudios . ac . uk / talentdevelopment
Why talent development matters ...
WHY TALENT DEVELOPMENT SHOWREEL CLINICS MATTERS
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GAMES PORTFOLIO REVIEWS
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INTERNSHIPS
EMMA RICHARDS
Graduate Artist at Industrial Light and Magic ( Paint &
Roto , Jedi Academy ) Studied BA ( Hons ) The Art of Visual Effects
CAREER MAPPING
During my last year at Escape , I approached the Talent Development Team for advice on my CV , cover letter and help to prepare for my interview at Industrial Light and Magic .
We went through what would be best to write in a cover letter and how to structure my CV to make it stand out . We also did a few mock interviews and I was taught
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how to answer interview questions in the best way . We did a few sessions of mock interviews until we felt I really knew how to tackle the questions . The Talent Development Team really made me feel a lot more confident when the interview day came around and I felt prepared for all the questions that were asked .
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INDUSTRY CHALLENGES
While also preparing for that , The Talent Development Team also reminded me of the importance of my online presence , especially on LinkedIn . They suggested a few things that I could change about my profile which would help me stand out among other applicants .
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I ’ ve had the privilege of working with the Talent Development Team over the last couple of years , and I can honestly say they are one of the best resources you can use as a student at Escape Studios .
They were able to get me into contact with the
Associate Art Director at Riot Games , one of my dream roles at one of my dream studios , and they have given me so much feedback and advice that will help shape my future career .
Find out more about our talent development programme : escapestudios . ac . uk / talentdevelopment
EDEN ANTHONY
BA ( Hons ) The Art of Video Games student
Why talent development matters ...
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