Employers
Video game producers work for game developers of all sizes. Software publishers (such as Electronic Arts and Activision Blizzard) are found throughout the country, though most are located in California, Texas, Washington, New York, and Massachusetts.
Starting Out
Work experience is valued so highly in this industry, so the best bet for landing a first job is with a small, start-up developer. These companies may be more willing to hire less experienced workers in the hopes that they will stay on staff longer than an experienced (and more sought after) producer.
Job listings are easy to find online; most employers post job openings on their company Web sites or with large job search engines. However, because of the industry's popularity, many open positions do not remain open for long. Jobs often are filled internally or through connections before there ever is a need to post a job classified.
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