Ah, the game industry—a magical realm where dreams come true and nothing bad ever happens. If you're looking to offer up your musical ability to the world of gaming, you're in for quite the ride. Here’s a slightly cheeky roadmap to success.
“Industry”
First of all, let's stop treating the word "industry" like it's something out of Shakespeare. It's just a bunch of creative peeps trying to have fun and make something they want to bring into the world. Your mission is to dive into the sandbox to build sand castles with the other kids.
Show, Don’t Tell
No one's going to take your word for it—you need to show people what you're made of. Your body of work is your resume. Something as simple as a SoundCloud page or a YouTube channel where your music lives is more than enough. Welcome to the digital age; your portfolio doesn't need to be dressed up for a fancy dinner party.
A Jack-of-All-Tunes or a Master of One?
Versatility is great, but there’s something to be said for being the go-to person for a specific style. Whether you’re the master of moody atmospheres or dubstep bangers, having a specialty of a thing you legitimately enjoy making will be your golden ticket to making you stand out to just the right person looking for your sound.
Your Music Is Your Resume
In the end, your music is going to enter the room before you do. Make sure it introduces you the way you want to be remembered: innovative, consistent, and a notch above “good enough.”
If It's Not Fun For Free, It's Hell For A Fee
Please, make sure you're enjoying the journey. If making music feels like a chore now, just wait until deadlines and feedback loops enter the mix. Find joy in creation, and the rest will follow.
Embarking on a career as a game composer is an adventure with its own set of challenges, but it's also filled with fun and collaboration. Keep your spirits high, your mind open, your sense of humor intact, and you'll find a project to connect with.