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Game Design

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Games have grown to become an inextricable part of our culture, with game design experiencing explosive growth into a multi-billion dollar industry. Through the medium of games, people express themselves, engage socially with others, and creatively explore problems in a way that nurtures learning and critical thinking.

No longer solely a proprietor of entertainment, games now are used for serious applications such as training, education, and healthcare, thereby putting games at the forefront of having a real social impact by delivering experiences for cultural and societal benefit.

Job Titles

Academic Researcher in HCI, Computer Science, and Game DesignGame User Experience Researcher
Game DesignerGraphic Designer
Game/Interactive Media User ResearcherIndie Game Developer/Entrepreneur
Game ProducerInteraction Designer
Game ProgrammerUsability Engineer
Game Software EngineerUser Experience Designer
Game TesterTraditional Creative Disciplines: Artist, Designer, Software Engineer, Tester

Positions that may require additional education, training or licensing are indicated by an (*). Job qualifications are based not only on degree program, but on skills and experience. Students should seek out as many experiential opportunities in their fields of interests as possible, including co-op and internships

Employers

This is a limited sample of employers who have posted jobs on NUworks; please note, that they may not currently have positions posted.
Allegiance, Inc.Multivision
Disney Interactive Media GroupnuSOCKET
GainStreet

Industries

This is a sample of the industries that often hire this major.
Advertising FirmsHigher Education
Design FirmsMedical Imaging Companies
Film CompaniesProduction Studios
FreelancePublishing Companies

Internships and Co-ops

These sample titles can be used to research internship opportunities.

  • Advertising Intern
  • Graphic Design Intern
  • Technology Intern – Eduventures Inc.

Use NUworks, SimplyHired.com, Indeed.com, or other internship sites to search for openings.

For more information, please visit Cooperative Education.

Students enrolled in the College of Professional Studies may click here for co-op and internship information.

Resources

The following resources include various websites and campus resources that will aid you in exploring this career field and industry.

Websites for Game Design

  • Bureau of Labor Statistics – Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • MassCIS – Massachusetts Information System
  • O*NET OnLine
  • Vocational Biographies(username: NE Univ; password: RAZDE)

Career Development Videos

  • Careers In Game Design
  • Careers In Mobile Apps
  • Careers In Product Development, Design, Marketing or Management
  • Careers in Web Design and Interactive Media: Part 1
  • Careers in Web Design and Interactive Media: Part 2

Websites for Job Search

  • Game Design Jobs
  • Indeed

Campus Organizations and Activities

  • NU Mural Club
  • Northeastern Arts and Crafts
  • The Art Collaborative
  • Northeastern Arts and Crafts Club 
  • Spectrum Literary Arts Magazine

Additional student organizations here

Additional student involvement opportunities here 

 

Professional Associations

Find valuable industry information, job sites, and professional networking opportunities.

  • American Alliance of Museums
  • Association of Medical Illustrators
  • National Assembly of State Art Agencies
  • Society of Illustrators
  • The Society of Publication Designers

Social Media

Sample industry specific LinkedIn groups and Twitter handles. Stay on top of industry trends, company information, job listings and networking opportunities. Social media and LinkedIn.

LinkedIn Groups

  • Northeastern University Career Development
  • Northeastern University International Students and Alumni Networking Group
  • sheLEADS at Northeastern
  • Communication Arts
  • Graphic Artists Guild