School

I was good at Maths and Technology but...
I was always more interested in the arts

I learned that creatives also need a 'business' head

Learning to learn

Studied Film & Literature

Academic theory vs. hands-on practice

First jobs

In a band - drumming on cardboard boxes

Sound engineer to producer
(started as an apprentice, worked my way up)

Networking

As an introvert, I learned the importance of getting out of my comfort zone and 'getting out there'

(Malcolm Gladwell)

But... all practice is not equal

Develop intentional focus
Know what you're working towards

Get feedback and work on your weaknesses

The computer as a creative tool

Motion graphics

CG (computer graphics)

3D modelling / animation

Taught myself Flash programming

Moving on

You won't have the same job all of your life

Learned new programming languages
- after the first, each one is easier

Working in elearning, I became interested in immersive simulations

Passion projects

Keep learning new things

I'm a game dev generalist

All of my previous experience has come together to allow me to do my ideal job
But you may choose to become an expert

Attention to detail

Determination / Stamina

Self-guided lifelong learning

Multi-Disciplinary Approach
Seeing things from different perspectives

Communicating technical issues
to non-technical people