Wow, I didn't realize that existed. I mean I know some indie devs that stream their work flow and play testing for the particular game they are working on (GOOD PR if done right). I didn't realize there was Twitch streaming just to stream asset/program creation in general.
The key thing here is not to be an asshat on stream. Consider anything you do on stream to be a reflection of who you would be at a workplace...because that's how any hiring companies will view it, should they find it. And they might, if they google you while trying to decide if they should hire you or not. If "being…
There's an entire section on Twitch for Game Dev:http://www.twitch.tv/directory/game/Game%20Development I don't think streaming would hurt your goals in an employers eyes if you aren't a jerk on stream. In fact I think it could help motivation to have a set stream time to do art work, that is if you want to stream art as…
I suppose you could work towards both goals at the same time by streaming your art creation. I've never been much into streams but I always make time to watch some artists and programmers stream since I can learn a lot from watching others work. The only downside would be that you would build up a different type of viewer…
Hi all, So I have a question about a side-hobby that I'm almost thinking about pursuing. So in the near future I'm thinking about starting to stream video game gameplays through Twitch as a side-hobby. My question about this is since my goal is to start off as a Junior Environment Artist/Prop Artist, and then eventually…
Thank you everyone for your feedback, I greatly appreciate all of it so far. For streaming video games I would only stream for about 1 or 2 hours per evening since I work a contract job. The other time would be spent working on my portfolio, which I'm still doing. So overall I do agree about some of everyone's concerns of…
I know many big name artists at different big name companies that stream in their off time. I personally stream from time to time as well. If people ask where I work, I tell them what I am allowed to tell anyone. I work for Activision Blizzard and worked on CoD AW. If they want more details, I have a link to my portfolio…
I doubt it would have a negative impact. At least not if you behave yourself on twitch. I see several people who work at game studios who stream on twitch. I certainly would not think of it as a bad thing. As for "getting recognized", I would worry about that if/when the time comes. It takes a lot of commitment to build up…
If you get big enough, streaming can actually be a good way to network. Having devs on your stream to answer questions and stuff. Ive seen it done before with a few streamers. But they wont waste their time if you have 5 viewers. But ya. Just keep it professional, and I strongly suggest you don't ever mention where you…
Seconding beefaroni. If you haven't gotten into the industry yet, your game playing should be kept to a minimum in order to maximize your time to work on your art. You have to buckle down to get that elusive first industry job. Sure, you don't want to burn out so you could stream/play for a bit, but only in moderation.…