Computer games developers make games for the internet, mobile phones, PCs and games consoles.
£19,000 Starter
to£70,000 Experienced
30 to 40 a week
evenings / weekends occasionally
You can get into this job through:
You could do a foundation degree, higher national diploma (HND) or degree in subjects like:
Doing a degree with a work placement could give you an advantage when you look for work.
You'll usually need:
You could do an advanced apprenticeship in software development.
You'll usually need:
You could start as a quality assurance (QA) tester if you have plenty of experience of game playing.
You'll usually need an IT qualification or work experience. Employers will be interested in your talent and creativity. You may also find it helps to have A levels or BTECs in relevant subjects like computing or technology.
You can show your work through a portfolio, or demo.
The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) has information about training and qualifications.
You'll need:
In this role you could be:
You could work in a creative studio or in an office.
With experience, you could progress to a senior developer, producer or technical director role.