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As one of the most creative cities in the world and Europe's most innovative, Barcelona is undeniably an attractive place for the video games industry. With a wealth of culture, food, events and a buzzing expat community, not to mention the stunning, iconic architecture, this city is a great one to consider putting down roots in.
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Find the newest Lead Artist and Art Director jobs here!
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Find the newest Unity Programming jobs here!
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Dundee is a modern and thriving city, located at the mouth of the River Tay in Scotland. The city has been awarded the title of the “best place to live in Scotland” by The Sunday Times, so if you’re thinking of moving to Scotland for a job in games, Dundee’s your place! If you’re relocating for a job in games, Dundee is big in this industry. The city is home to one of the world’s oldest games courses at Abertay University, as well as being the birthplace of several world-famous games such as Grand Theft Auto and Minecraft.
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Talking money is as important as it can be awkward, but you can follow these tips to make sure you get what you're looking for - and learn where a Recruitment Consultant's experience can secure the best possible deal.
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Find our latest Production roles here!
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The English capital is known to be a city full of opportunities. Cultures, foods, activities and greenspace, everything is at your doorstep in London, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The UK’s gaming industry is Europe’s largest market and the most profitable in Western Europe for revenue downloads. London is also a leading city in terms of software and mobile app development, making it the perfect place to relocate to if you’re in the games industry.
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Find the newest VFX Artist jobs here!
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Find the newest Environment Artist jobs here!
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We spoke to people who have started remote roles in the games industry over the past year to find out what studios can do to support people when they’re starting a new job remotely.
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With April 6th fast approaching it's the perfect time to refresh your memory about the IR35 rules soon to come into play...
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Thinking about relocating for your next job in Games? Here's our guide to what to consider ahead of making that step.
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If you're thinking a job move might be on the cards in 2021, our Twelve Tips of Christmas will make sure you are in a good place to start applying come January.
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Find new game design jobs here!
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Find the newest C++ Programming jobs here!
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Find the newest Technical Artist jobs here!
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If you’re job hunting right now, you'll need to be ready for video interviews. Here's our tips on how to nail them.
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A lot of people have recently found themselves plunged into the world of home working for the first time, in efforts for employers to limit the spread of Coronavirus. Read on to discover our top tips for working from home and staying in the loop!
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Thanks to Covid-19 many people around the world are now working from home and most schools & childcare are closed for the foreseeable future, it's a daunting time for those with kids who still need to work... and stay sane!
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With several countries now on lockdown to delay the spreading of Coronavirus and protect vulnerable people, many companies are changing the way they work, to ensure business as usual. We spoke with some of our clients around the world to find out how they are tackling the situation to bring you some helpful advice and tips, whether you’re a job seeker or business owner.
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Calling all final year female students looking to get into Games... To celebrate International Women's Day 2020 we're offering a CV & Portfolio review service throughout the month of March!
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What are the difficulties of Technical Art jobs? We find out from Tech Artists across the games industry about the challenges they face.
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Now that we’ve finally left the EU, many Europeans are unsure about applying to UK positions due to changing laws and regulations. If you feel in the dark about whether applying to a UK role as a European citizen is still a good option for you, keep reading for all the visa info you need!
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As Workday roles and specific skills become more competitive, here are some tips for your Workday C.V. to help you to stand out from the crowd.
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Now we may be slightly biased but we think Brighton is one of the coolest cities in the UK. As far as gaming goes It's home to some of the most cutting edge studios and hosts one of the country's biggest Gaming conferences...
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Drawing on years of experience partnering with some of the biggest, smallest and most interesting Games & Interactive studios in the world, our manager Giles notes down his best tips on what you can do to get noticed when looking for a job in the video games industry.
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Whether you’re looking for a new job in games and are weighing up a potential new commute, or you’re looking to make a request for remote working and need some stats to back it up, our Games Industry Guide to: Commuting and Remote Working has the answers!
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People often ask us ‘How can I get a job in Games?' Sadly, being ‘massively into games’ isn’t enough. Sorry!
Katie is a great recruiter to work with. She is very efficient at replying and dealing to any form of communication I sent and the wider Skillsearch team are also always very supportive. I look forward to working with you again.
Luke Zammit, Unity Developer | Future Games of London
Giles and the team recently helped me find the perfect role in central Brighton. Whilst working with him I was highly impressed with his knowledge of the industry, diligence and professionalism. A cut above many other recruiters I've worked with; every step of the way he showed an impeccable unde …
Pete Gunter, Senior Developer | Mediatonic
When we need extra resources, Skillsearch is always one of our first ports of call – Giles has a very good understanding of our industry and can always find the perfect candidate for our needs.
Marina Burton, Plug-In Media
Skillsearch work in a very unique way compared to many recruitment companies in the industry. They take the time to understand the candidates and through this have developed a strong network, certainly everyone I have worked with speaks of them very highly. They have put me forward for roles only …
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The Skillsearch team did a fantastic job and were a real pleasure to work with. Their in-depth knowledge of the employers they work with, their recruiting processes and key staff was a real boon in both finding the right position and the subsequent application. Having worked with Skillsearch both …
Dan Borthwick, Mobile Technical lead | King
The folks at Skillsearch are all you could ask for in a recruitment agency: polite, enthusiastic and thorough. Working with Giles, Guy and Katie has been a real pleasure and I would definitely turn to Skillsearch to help me in the future, as either an employer or candidate. Thanks!
Antony Woods, Software Development Engineer | Simworx
I have worked with Skillsearch for the duration of my project on a number of recruitment opportunities. Skillsearch offer a professional and collaborative service providing a quick turn around with quality resource. When defining a resource requirement, Skillsearch worked with me to ensure they u …
Stuart Entwistle, Global Payroll Project Manager
Giles and the Sillsearch team exceptional recruiters, on multiple occasions he has delivered more potential hires (high quality relevant candidates) to interview than any other tech agency I have worked with. I especially appreciate his capacity to understand our need, and adjust as the process m …
Gil Teixeira, Head of Production | Arkavis Siam Co. | Bangkok, Thailand
I think it's not an understatement to say, I would still be looking for new opportunities without Skillsearch’s help and determination. Their relentless pursuit of my interests with employers never kept me far from their attentions. This led to the lining up of several interviews within day …
Adrian Walton, Senior Game Designer | DR Studios
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