You Worked So Hard to Get Here: Fighting Burnout as an Underrepresented Person in the Games Industry
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You finally got your dream job...now what? This talk examines the additional pressures of working in the games industry for underrepresented developers. We explore the journey developers have gone through and its consequences while offering affirmations, insights, and solutions.
Target Audiences
Underrepresented developers trying to identify signs of burnout, those new to the industry, and those who want to learn about sustainable diversity in the workplace
Experience Level
Beginner
Key Take Aways
- Underrepresented developers face greater implicit pressure to overwork and succeed which often leads to rapid burnout and leaving the industry for good.
- It is therefore important to identify the signs of burnout and create actionable steps in your lifestyle to control what is within your means.
- There are solutions you can implement in your daily life to help your dream job remain a dream job.
- You are worth more than your work, output, and status within a company.
Session Type
Talk
