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06-04-2009, 06:13 PM
The Richmond Game Design SiG
Who -
· We are: developers, artists, animators, and project managers who share a passion for computer/video games.
· We are individuals who are: curious, actively learning in self guided and coursework endeavors, and independently published.
· We specialize in: Java, Flash, C++, and Unity
· We have published for: Web and iPhone platforms
· We range in ages from 18 - 43
What -
· We seek to develop within our community: Skills, Knowledge, Resources, Career Opportunities, Relationships, and the game development industry.
Why -
· Game Development is: Challenging, Intellectually Stimulating, Delivers a sense of accomplishment, develops problem solving skills, stimulates critical thinking, and offers leadership opportunities.
· While Richmond has no formal game development community it does have two technical colleges, three universities, and two Community Colleges which have game design coursework and produce talent.
· Unless engaged, those graduates interested in game development will leave the city and most likely the state.
· We feel the availability of local educational institutions, talented individuals, and lower cost of living in Richmond is conducive to attracting or establishing game studios.
Where -
· We meet twice a month at: Dave & Buster's for a team building / fun event, and at a member's residence for discussion night. We are moving in the direction of a regular leased meeting space.
When
· Our fun days are held on the second Wednesday's of the month.
· Our Discussion nights are currently held on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
· No events scheduled for June, will resume in July
http://www.richmondgds.org (http://www.richmondgds.org/)
http://forums.richmondgds.org (http://forums.richmondgds.org/)
Who -
· We are: developers, artists, animators, and project managers who share a passion for computer/video games.
· We are individuals who are: curious, actively learning in self guided and coursework endeavors, and independently published.
· We specialize in: Java, Flash, C++, and Unity
· We have published for: Web and iPhone platforms
· We range in ages from 18 - 43
What -
· We seek to develop within our community: Skills, Knowledge, Resources, Career Opportunities, Relationships, and the game development industry.
Why -
· Game Development is: Challenging, Intellectually Stimulating, Delivers a sense of accomplishment, develops problem solving skills, stimulates critical thinking, and offers leadership opportunities.
· While Richmond has no formal game development community it does have two technical colleges, three universities, and two Community Colleges which have game design coursework and produce talent.
· Unless engaged, those graduates interested in game development will leave the city and most likely the state.
· We feel the availability of local educational institutions, talented individuals, and lower cost of living in Richmond is conducive to attracting or establishing game studios.
Where -
· We meet twice a month at: Dave & Buster's for a team building / fun event, and at a member's residence for discussion night. We are moving in the direction of a regular leased meeting space.
When
· Our fun days are held on the second Wednesday's of the month.
· Our Discussion nights are currently held on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
· No events scheduled for June, will resume in July
http://www.richmondgds.org (http://www.richmondgds.org/)
http://forums.richmondgds.org (http://forums.richmondgds.org/)