game artist job interview - how to dress?
polycounter lvl 17
Hi guys,
My job interviews are getting close now, and I was wondering what kind of clothes to wear?
Would a pair of jeans & sneakers be fine (of course not too grungy
)
I guess a full suit is a bit to much for an artist position..
Or in between then?
Thanks!
My job interviews are getting close now, and I was wondering what kind of clothes to wear?
Would a pair of jeans & sneakers be fine (of course not too grungy
)I guess a full suit is a bit to much for an artist position..
Or in between then?
Thanks!
Replies
On the whole, must of us are scruffy bastards who go 3 days without shaving (and thats just the women).
It's probably more important that you don't smell offensive, rather than look offensive.
But don't turn up in a suit.
Real point: For most of the time, be casual in the sense of nice shirt and jeans, maybe the Polycount getup but I'd try not to be obvious. When I went for mine I tried not to look like a slob and got a haircut.
I'd go business casual instead, as opposed to jeans and sneakers. I'd want to give the impression right away that I'm ready to talk business, pimp my skills, and deserve more than what they're initially going to offer you pay wise.
If it were a phone interview, sure wear anything you want or not. But make sure you're ready to answer when tough questions come up (you'll likely be in a conference call with room full of pros on the other line). Hesitation and awkwardness over the phone may net you a rejection response.
Good luck.
Seriously though, just make sure your stuff is clean and you don't smell bad.
Remember, you're interviewing them as well. So research the company, and ask as many questions as you can, ask questions that you know the answer to. You want to seem eager to learn about the studio and the process. The worst thing you can do is make the interview one-sided and only answer they're questions.
Personally I've nailed every interview I've worn a bowling shirt and khakis (not pleated) to. Also don't forget what your shoes say about you. My personal preference is for a pair of these (90% of the time) or these (10%) if I'm really trying to make a statement.
And yes flipping the interview around works great. It puts you more at ease because they are doing more of the talking, you find out info and for some reason people perceive people who, listen more then they talk, to be smart and capable. So any chance you can keep yourself from babbling incoherently, take it.
As a recruiter I would suggest this:
-Be yourself but do be careful about somethings
- Shave/Hair kept
- Clean clothes
- no hangover face
- Shower!!! (too many candidates smell bad)
Belive it or not I have seen people come to interviews that looked like they had slept in their clothes and weren't fully awake.
the great thing about gaming is that there isnt a formal dress code. But if this is the dream job you are looking for, why not take a little effort and making sure you are presentable?
most of all be comfortable in what you are wearing
Also very important, and Ive seen people mention it:
- Research the company
*too many people tell me "well i don't know, i haven't had time to check your site". thats usually a real bad start there since its pretty much one of the first question asked
- Ask question about the company, why should you work for them. But use some tact (dont be cocky).
- Be prepared, either for a test, or have an extra copy of your resume/portfolio
Avoid:
- Sweat pants / sports gear / sport jerseys
- Dirty clothes
- Beanies/hats/sport caps (please oh please avoid cowboy hats)
- jeans/pants/shirts with holes (yeah it happens)
- if you bring a Ipod/Cd player please put it in your bags/pockets before the interview
- close your cell phone. if it rings flush it, dont answer, thats a direct insult to the recruiter/manager there
- dont have a smoke before your interview, its a really bad smell in a small interview room
hope this helps!
Good luck K...you've got awesome work man
Very important! Especially if the company flew you in and you're jetlagged.
I was part an interviewing team once, and we flew in this Sheridan grad for an animation lead position. His portfolio checks out but the morning of his interview the dude was sad looking. Zero enthusiasm. Not sure whether he was playing the less-talk-is-more strategy or his dog has just died.
Post interview, one guy mentioned this observation during evaluation. So the dude lost out on what should have been an easy process for him. All he had to do was show positive vibes.
true story
embarassment.
hehe
I'd say dress with whatever you plan to wear on the job!
So far I had no luck with it...
Maybe it only works for women...
We hired a guy who came in for an interview in ripped jeans and a sleeveless t-shirt (not that I would recommend showing up dress like that), so as long as you're presentable and smell nice, you'll be fine. Its all going to come down to your art, enthusiasm and your personality.
Good luck, dude.
-caseyjones
nice slacks, button up shirt, nice shoes, and a tie with "character"?
I'm personally a big fan of ties and dress up, but if the trend seems to be casual I guess I better change up!
When you say 'a tie with "character"', do you mean a comedy tie?
Seriously, wash yourself, chuck on jeans and a tshirt. An interview is usually to see what you are like as a person. If you rock up looking like a maths teacher people will laugh at you and call you a paedophile after the interview.
do not wear skinny jeans and a waistcoat. Actually, no, scratch that - DO wear skinny jeans and waistcoat, just so we know you're the sort of person that wears skinny jeans and a waistcoat and we won't run the risk of hiring you cos you're clearly a twat
if you're predisposed to wearing a hat, take the bloody thing off indoors
just ... just ... just use your common sense, fercrissakes.
On your head:
On your feet:
THE JOB IS YOURS FOR SURE
Consensus: Wash your shit, dont be a jackass.
ohh, the wacky ones. They're great, aren't they? They surely do stand out from the crowd. Which is what counts, isn't it. Make yourself known.
There is nothing better you can possibly be, in an interview and in a paid job, than wacky.
I think all of my usual suggestions have been covered and Slum said it in the best way possible.
As much I like this movie, there are some things that are reflected to this thread.
But again, don't dress like a slob and try looking cleaned and ready to work.
-caseyjones
guess I was refering to a tie that looks good on said person... but flashy, nerdy, or bold tie was my example. I get your point though... not too much character (not my intent to wear a poo bear tie)
cheers
He was wearing makeup and a pushup bra.
sexy! :poly142: lol