Andy Ross (Co-Founder of Studio Vision)
Update: 2024-11-28
Description
In this episode of The Talent Game Podcast, I speak to Andy Ross, an experienced recruiter with over 13 years in the tech and gaming industries. Andy discusses his career journey, from working with tech startups to transitioning to leading a headhunting firm in the rapidly growing video games sector. The conversation dives into the nuances of hiring in tech versus games, the evolving traits of top talent, and the industry's future, highlighting trends like web gaming, AI, and the democratization of game development tools. Andy also shares his perspectives on fostering creativity, collaboration, and adapting to the changing landscape of recruitment and technology in gaming.
Key Takeaways
- Top talent values empowerment, ownership, and autonomy, with hiring practices differing significantly between tech startups and game studios.
- The games industry is shifting from a historically secretive culture towards greater collaboration and accessibility.
- Trends like web gaming, AI, and cloud technology are reshaping the future of gaming and game development.
- Andy focuses on strategic recruitment and advisory roles, using open-ended questions to uncover candidates’ career stories.
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