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Game Designer
The convergence of education and the entertainment industry has resulted in the field of "Game Design," which can include everything from computer programming, graphic art and illustration to user interface, marketing, and packaging design. Game Design professionals may handle it all, or specialize in different pieces of the final product.
Educational studies for this field can be found at technologically-based colleges where some detailed programs may be 80 weeks long. Using sophisticated graphics and specialized design tools, students learn how to design, script, and develop various categories of electronic games. Because of the mathematical nature of the programming, statistics and probability also is usually required for those striving to design their own games from top to bottom. Beyond the technical skills, good writing and communications skills are critical.
The main career paths within the game industry are Programmer, Artist, and Producer. Because so many who enter the field wish to design their own games, professionals often operate their own business in software game design and production or in training departments of business, industry and educational institutions. Employment opportunities also exist in the software production industry, but the market is extremely competetive.
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