I got a job interview tomorrow at bluetongue.
Any advice?
Thanks [:)]
I'd go for gargling a vivid blue food dye before the interview, see if they notice ;-)
Yes, as DaMunkee says, it's very important to not guess at questions you don't know the answer to, but rather let them know you are not sure, then tell them how you'd go about finding out, or tell them how you'd reason that it would work. Because as an interviewer (software R&D industry rather than games) I found nothing set me against candidates more quickly than someone trying to spin some bs about an answer.
Hope your interview went well.
I have two pet blue tongue lizards if that helps? Maybe rub them against yourself [:p]?
I think a joke like the gargling food dye like Wombat said might actually make them get a chuckle, and then again it might not, or just wear a tshirt stating 'I love blue tongues!', they make great pets, beleive me i know [:)].
But other then that, good luck!
quote:Originally posted by HazarD
HEy Cm2 ! im sure you did fine! sorry didnt get time to wish you luck for you interview , but wish you luck for getting teh job now ! although i reckon youll get it no probs :) i had a look at yer games - quite impressive man! [:D]
Thanks Man. I have seen your new website as well nice one i like that logo and the name Kalescent Studios hope it will be a big studio.
[:)]
At least you got that far cm2.
Its funny, not mentioning any names, but I do know someone who rang up a dev company 2 times in one day, the first time he said something along the lines of "I dont have any industry experience, but i have a degree and have 2 years exp with max / photoshop" basically thinking industry experience meant working for a company - they said " yeah sorry mate, looking for someone with a bit more experience"
The second time, he rang up and said " Ive been working actively on a couple of mods for approximately 12 months, have a degree, and have been seeking more in depth industry work for quite some time, ive got this this and this yadda yadda" - they got him in for an interview straight away. [:)]
Just goes to show that changing your approach can get you that little bit further. He didnt get the job, but thats not really the point, i was trying to make. I think as long as someone is active in there approach, it will lead you that little bit further.
More opportunities will arise cm2 [:)]
quote:Originally posted by HazarD
Just goes to show that changing your approach can get you that little bit further. He didnt get the job, but thats not really the point, i was trying to make. I think as long as someone is active in there approach, it will lead you that little bit further.
More opportunities will arise cm2 [:)]
Yeah I will change my approach next time (this was my first job interview anyway)[:)]thanks for the advice HazarD
Bah, every company is different, so if you stess about preparing, then you'll just stress too much :) Just make sure you're all brushed up on C++ and OOP topics (my last... bunch... of interviews that's all they asked) if you're applying for something specific, like networking, understand things like star topography, client/server... etc...
Smile, let them know you're excited at the prospect of working there. Think of 1 joke to tell (hey, I've been asked a few times for a joke!) It's typically good to have a Political Correct Joke. If you haven't yet, read up on their company so you're at least familiar with their games. Be honest if you haven't played them when they ask. Actually, just be honest about everything. Example, if they ask you a question about some aspect of coding (Like what each position const can be in means) and you got them confused, say that. A lot can be said about a person who admits he doesn't know something. Of course, always follow up with something like "hmmm, but now I'm curious, I think I'll go look that up when I get back"
Good Luck Cm2! I'm sure you'll kick butt!!!!
Chris