2. Skills & personal attributes/qualities
needed
• be able to inspire artists, programmers, producers and marketing staff to
make the highest quality product possible
• be able to make tough decisions that affect the game's schedule and
budget as well as the look and feel of the final product
• have a good understanding of the bigger picture of game development,
including the impact of their decisions with respect to financial outcomes
• have a passion for games
• understand what makes a game appealing to different audiences
• possess excellent imagination, creativity and problem-solving skills
• have excellent communication and presentation skills
• have a good understanding of the financial and managerial aspects of
game development
• have knowledge of the requirements of the relevant health and safety
legislation and procedures
3. What qualifications are needed?
• You don’t need a formal qualification to be a Creative Director.
However, to be successful in the role, you will require a
combination of experience, artistic vision and the ability to
inspire others.
You will need to have experience at a senior level of game
development and an enthusiasm for and detailed knowledge
of the games industry.
Most Creative Directors are graduates, with common areas of
study including visual and technical arts.
There is no set route for you to follow to become a Creative
Director, but it is not an entry-level role. You will usually need
over five years’ experience in a senior game development
position, with commercially successful titles under your belt.
