Why Video Game Recruiters are the Key Players in Filling Your Next Role
In the ever-evolving landscape of this industry and talent acquisition, Why do video game recruiters still stand out as key players? Well, we think we might have the answers…
Niche Expertise
With 7+ years of experience recruiting for indie, AAA and mobile studios, it’s not a stretch to say we have some industry expertise at Lab8. I’d say we possess a deep understanding of the industry's nuances, trends, and specific skill requirements that each type of studio needs. We also have the added benefit of having an accountant turned finance recruiter leaving the dark side and joining the rebellion to find you the best candidates for keeping the company running smoothly on the back end.
Identifying Skill Sets
Exposure to thousands of candidates over the years has helped us understand how to tell a great applicant from a good one. We conduct one-to-one interviews with every person we put forward to the studios we help so you can rest assured your hiring managers will only be speaking with qualified people. For art-based positions, we will match portfolios to your preferred style and if there is a specific skill set you require we will make sure to have that covered in advance.
‘Culture Add’ not just ‘Culture Fit’
We know how important it is to have people in your company who will align with the cultural subtleties and values of the gaming community. However, we will go one step further and make sure that they not only possess the required skills but also add to your company culture. It’s been found that a diverse team are 35% more productive (we love using a good stat to prove the point).
Saving your time, cutting your costs
Due to the turbulent time there was last year in the industry, the volume of candidates has increased significantly. You post one role and you’ll have a tidal wave of CVs to try and sift through. We know due to the amount of your work and deadlines you may not have the time or resources to commit to hiring fully. Outsourcing this to recruiters means you cut down the time and money spent on vetting and interviewing candidates.
Outside perspective
Having the perspective of someone who has a full 360 view of the industry is always invaluable as they can give you an overview of the current trends in hiring, what skillsets you might be missing, and suggest candidates you may have never previously considered. With AI’s growth hurtling towards us all and changes to game design platforms, we’ll keep up to date with what’s trending with our ever-growing network.
Navigating Remote Work
This industry embraced remote working long before the others. So we are well aware that your candidate pool can expand worldwide. We can connect with talent globally on your behalf and ensure your organisation has access to the best people for your team, regardless of location.
Building Relationships
We’ve spent time building relationships with candidates and have established connections and networks within the industry, making for a smoother hiring process and we can attract the top-tier talent for you. In the end, this means the odds you having a bad hire are reduced significantly.
Passion for People
Ultimately, we love what we do. There is a certain satisfaction to be had in setting someone up with their dream career or matching top-tier talent with a company that will utilise their skill set to its full potential. We're on a mission to help your business thrive so together, let's conquer challenges, unlock achievements, and emerge victorious in the ever-evolving quest for business excellence!
In our slightly biased opinion, we remain indispensable in filling your next role within the gaming industry. Our unique expertise, understanding of the talent landscape, and personal touch mean we are key players in securing the best-fit candidates for your organization. Despite the turbulence of 2023, and signs for more disruption on the way in 2024, we know the gaming industry isn’t going anywhere, so partnering with specialised recruiters ensures that your team is filled with people who not only have the necessary skills but also bring the spirit of innovation and creativity that defines the gaming world.
If we are the players you are looking for then get in touch!
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Harry Kwok | Founder & Director of Recruitment