Computer Game Development and Animation

This career guide is for readers who are thinking about working in computer games and animation. It sets out what professionals in the field actually do from day to day, which skills and what educational background help people succeed, and what salaries can look like. It also weighs the pros and cons of the different roles, helps readers judge whether the field suits them, and offers advice on avoiding burnout and handling stress.

The book draws on interviews with people working in the industry. It covers the following roles, which it describes as stable, lucrative, and growing: artist/animator, producer, sound designer, video game designer, video game developer, video game tester, and writer.