Working On Your Character Sheet: Job Application Tools for Mid-Senior Developers
summary
Practical checklist for mid‑senior game devs: use a single‑column PDF resume, 2 pages ideal (up to 3), and structure reverse‑chronological so recruiters can skim in 5–10 seconds; optimize keywords for HR parsing (JobAdder‑style ATS), include contact + short bio, list contract projects as subheaders, and show duties + achievements per role. Build a portfolio site and handle NDAs with passworded pages or approved assets. Use Canva templates provided, write cover letters in three concise sections, and do not submit AI‑generated letters. LinkedIn active, photos optional.
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chapters (23)
- 0:00Introduction
- 3:51D&D analogy for resumes
- 8:24Resumes as character sheets
- 12:19How recruiters review resumes
- 15:48Freelance experience on resumes
- 17:37Tailoring resumes to jobs
- 19:20Free resume template
- 22:04Writing cover letters
- 27:23Job application dos and don'ts
- 28:52Building a professional portfolio
- 31:41Why LinkedIn matters
- 33:51Preparing for interviews
- 37:00Self-care during job hunt
- 38:45Promoting game projects
- 40:07Q&A on HR software
- 41:54Should resumes include a photo
- 43:01Education and projects order
- 44:28What recruiters look for
- 46:56Tailoring for studio size
- 49:01Design portfolios
- 50:24Resume and education order
- 51:27Formatting responsibilities
- 52:33Spelling standards
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