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Technical Skills

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Programming

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Project Management

  • Time & Task Management
  • Team Building
  • Reporting
  • Budgeting

Soft Skills

  • Production
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Presenting
  • Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Self-directed learning
  • Client relations

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GameDev Careers

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  • Web/User Interface/User Interaction Designer
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  • Information Architect
  • Concept Artist
  • User Experience Designer/Researcher
  • Technical Writer
  • Web and Mobile App Developer
  • Level Designer