Freelancing (or How to Get Your Second Freelance Project)!
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Freelancing isn't always easy but it can be very rewarding. Join our panelists as they discuss the life of being a freelancer in the Hobby Gaming Industry. Learn how to become a freelancer, how to collaborate with writers and developers, how to take direction, how to get hired and make career out of it!
Not all humor is created equal. Proffessional cartoonist Howard Tayler explains the different types of humor and why they work, or don't. He'll also cover how to set up and deliver jokes so that the readers will laugh.
Join our Industry Insiders in an open and frank discussion about the diverse and sometimes radically different philosophies of game design. Who knew there could be so many different approaches to game design? There are and these industry professionals can attest to it! This seminar will be offered twice with different panelists to offer you a wide range of ideas and philosophies.
Mass Market: How to Submit Products to Mass Market Companies
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In this high-level overview, panelists will discuss the game market in general and what the big game companies are looking for. How you can get your games reviewed and what is the process for success.
Howard Tayler makes a living selling books of his comic strip that he gives away for free on the internet. This presentation discusses why it works to give content away for free and still encourage people to support with money.
A discussion with some of the industries’ influential leaders. Topics range from concept development, play testing, getting your game noticed by publishers and everything in between. Learn what is necessary to get your concept “in the gameâ€!
There are varied opinions on what constitutes American vs. European game mechanics. The next generation of game design involves marrying the two concepts: seizing upon what makes both types of games great and avoiding the pitfalls that can accompany each game style. This seminar will discuss what elements are typical of American games and which are typical of European games and how designers can attempt to marry the two comfortably together.
Join our Industry Insider panelists in this lighthearted discussion as they talk about their top 5 best game products ever ... and defend their choices. Guaranteed to be a spirited ... debate. Audience participation is welcome!