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Industry News - Gaming
February saw Brighton's first-ever student Gay(M) Jam, to co-inside with LGBTQ+ History month. We spoke to the driving force behind it, Second-year Computer Science Games Student, Marc Walker about why Inclusivity in Games in so important.
Industry News
Conferences don't come much bigger than GDC, so we've collated the best tips from the Twittersphere to help you make sure you get the best out of it.
Events
If you work (or want to work) in the Games Industry here's our guide to the ones you can't miss!
Industry News - Gaming
It's International Women's Day and the game studios are out in force celebrating their women! Here's a roundup of all the activity...
Company News
Looking for a new challenge in Recruitment? No cold calling required!
Industry News - Gaming
International Women’s Day is celebrated on Friday 8th March, so we spoke to some wonderful women in games to find out what inspires them.
Industry News - Gaming
Sanson's monthly review of the games releases we're all most excited about this month!
Industry News - Gaming
A huge majority of people think it will be harder for UK companies to hire after Brexit, but what's the truth and how can we prepare?
Industry News - Gaming
Games Recruiters' monthly review, featuring the titles we’re most excited about each month!
Industry News - Gaming
Since its conception, VR has had its up and downs. As we enter 2019 we take a look at how, and if, it's set to impact the future of not just gaming but other industries too.
General News
We've all been waiting for it, and the first big GDPR fine is here...
Industry News
Have a bit of fun this Blue Monday with our Games Brains Quiz
Careers Advice
If you're thinking a job move might be on the cards in 2019, our Twelve Tips of Christmas will make sure you are in a good place to start applying come January.
Industry News - Gaming
Our Games team tell us what they're hoping to scoop up on Black Friday.
Careers Advice
Recruitment can be stressful, there's no denying it but following our top tips can certainly help alleviate some of the pressure.
Company News
We've featured in this month's PhotoShop User magazine, showing the design and implementation of our new website!
Careers Advice
Worried about being the only girl? Don’t be!
Events
A day of fun in the sun with Pyxel being a camera hog and making lots of new friends!
Events
Key takeaways from the 2018 Blockchain Expo in London
Industry News - Gaming
Salary Survey Results for Game Designers
Industry News - Gaming
Salary Survey Results for Artists and Designers
Industry News - Gaming
A snapshot of the salaries and job attributes of programmers across the world
Careers Advice
Skillsearch are at GDC 2018, and we're bringing along a couple of things you'll definitely want to hear about! Take a look at why you should find us
Careers Advice
Want to know why you should work at Skillsearch? Here's our director with all the information you need!
Industry News
Have companies given themselves enough time to prepare for GDPR?
Company News
Now in it's 4th year, our survey shows how your salary, working hours and work life balance compares to other people in the gaming industry.
Company Announcements
Firstly on behalf of ourselves at Skillsearch and our friends at Special Effect we would like to say a massive thank you to everybody that took part in the third edition of our Games Brains of Brighton Quiz.
Careers Advice
Are we dismissing remote work out of hand without really weighing up the positives and the negatives? Or is this genuinely an inconceivable option for the vast majority of studios?
Careers Advice
If you don't ask yourself this question on a fairly regular basis, chances are it's a lot.
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
Through my work at Unity Technologies, and as organiser of the London Unity Usergroup, I have a very close connection with Unity developers throughout the UK. A common theme amongst Unity developers is a call for Unity jobs. On the flip side to this, I visit many studios that are looking for Unit …
Russ Morris, Product Evangelist | Unity Technologies
Giles and the Skillsearch team are unbelievably helpful and accommodating, even in the face of last minute requests and difficult-to-fill roles. Highly recommended.
Tom Page, Studio Director | PLA Studios
Giles is the best recruiter I had the pleasure to work with. He is very talented and has all the good contacts, he also is unstoppable, once he finds out what you are looking for, he won't rest until he delivers. Thanks again for helping me finding my dream job
Caina Leao, Senior Flash Developer | Endemol UK Limited
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
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 …
Senior Cognos Consultant
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
I met Giles and Guy at Develop and in the months since the event, Skillsearch has visited the campus on two occasions and worked with our students collectively and individually on improving their CVs and what goes into making a good portfolio. Our students respond well to their positive energy an …
Hope Caton, Lecturer, Games Technology Leader | inKUbator
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
