Category: Mentorship

Pixelles Game Writing Incubator: Second Session

FIRST CRITIQUE SESSION On a beautiful Montreal Sunday afternoon, we renounced the sunshine and warmth outside to sit in our windowless conference room and talk about how the first writing assignment went for all of us. Our members submitted diverse pieces for the first assignment, ranging from short stories to screenplays. Because the assignment was… Continue reading Pixelles Game Writing Incubator: Second Session

Pixelles Game Writing Incubator: First SessionIncubateur d’écriture de jeu Pixelles : première session

STARTING THE JOURNEY The first session of the PGW Incubator was a blast! Not only did we get to gorge on delicious snacks left over from the previous day’s Pixelles Meetup, but we also got acquainted with some wonderful women who brought diverse professional and life experiences to the group. Many of us were meeting… Continue reading Pixelles Game Writing Incubator: First SessionIncubateur d’écriture de jeu Pixelles : première session

Meet the Pixelles Writing Incubator members!

Before we proceed, we’d like to thank every single person who took the time to apply to the incubator. There were a large number of extremely talented applicants, and we’d like to say that just because you weren’t selected doesn’t mean you aren’t an amazing person with valuable stories to share. Because YOU ARE! Now,… Continue reading Meet the Pixelles Writing Incubator members!

Win a MIGS Pass!

The Montreal International Game Summit 2015 on November 15-17 is packed with lectures, classes, and network opportunities for game developers in every stage of their careers. Due to a partnership with the MIGS organizers, Pixelles can offer 2 free Conference Passes for anyone who identifies as a woman (cis/trans). Your only obligation, if you win,… Continue reading Win a MIGS Pass!

Mentorship: Game Art Panel

So you wanna be a games artist? If you’ve ever dreamed of creating beautiful environments, dynamic characters, or awesome props for video games, this event will help you get there! It is inspired by our highly successful Speed Networking events, but is directed specifically to aspiring games artists, both 2D and 3D. A diverse panel… Continue reading Mentorship: Game Art Panel

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Mentorship Speed Networking II

When: Saturday, August 8th, 2015 from 2-5pm Where: Gameplay Space, 1435 rue Saint Alexandre, metro Place des Arts Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pixelles-speed-networking-mentorship-registration-17926692219 Thinking of joining the games industry? You’re invited to a professional mentorship speed networking event. You’ll get a chance to personally meet a variety of people in the industry in a round robin format.… Continue reading Mentorship Speed Networking II

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Mentorship Whirlwind Meet & Greet

When: Feb. 12th, 2015 Where: Gameplay Space, 1435 rue Saint Alexandre, metro Place des Arts Event link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pixelles-whirlwind-mentorship-meet-greet-registration-15488107346 Thinking of joining the games industry? You’re invited to a professional mentorship speed networking event. You’ll get a chance to personally meet a variety of people in the industry in a round robin format. We’ll have designers,… Continue reading Mentorship Whirlwind Meet & Greet

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CV/Portfolio Workshop

Bring your resumes, CVs, portfolios, and all your questions about that first crucial part of working in the games industry — getting your documents to the top of the pile! Kim Pasquin, a studio general manager with experience as human resources manager, will review application materials and common mistakes made. It is not in regards… Continue reading CV/Portfolio Workshop

Now Open: Pixelles Mentorship Program!Programme de mentorat maintent ouvert!

We’re re-opening our Pixelles Mentorship Program application, indefinitely! Are you a woman looking to join the game industry within the next six months? Let us help you, by letting you talk 1-on-1 with a professional in your dream job and get real, human advice on the best way to advance your career. Seriously though, it’s… Continue reading Now Open: Pixelles Mentorship Program!Programme de mentorat maintent ouvert!