Gaming
Build new worlds with out-of-this-world talent.
Searching for video game industry recruiters? We've been recruiting and supporting A-players and making unparalleled matches for 35 years. That's why today's leading AAA game studios trust us to recruit, staff, and employ the highly specialized talent they need. Plus, as the largest staffing firm in marketing, creative, and 3D design, we are the leading gaming recruiters. We're also the go-to source for out-of-this-world talent who are creating immersive experiences across every platform.
How we help
- Connect you with experienced, cutting-edge talent.
- Help you scale teams up or down to respond to game cycles, title releases, changing priorities, or market conditions.
- Address a variety of workforce needs through Talent & Recruiting and Employer of Record (for self-sourced talent and internships).
Trusted by the best.
“Aquent is always looking out for my needs, and solving my issues quickly and professionally. A++”
Nick, The Coalition
“Aquent has been a fantastic partner for us in sourcing and managing unique talent for our team. I'm especially grateful for the support and attention they provide, and their understanding that talent are people, not just resources.”
Graeme, Xbox Game Studios
““My experience working with Aquent was nothing but positive! The staff and team were always kind and available whenever I had any questions. It was a privilege and I'd recommend Aquent to anyone thinking about joining a game studio in partnership with them.””Aquent has always been very helpful with any needs or questions! I always feel like I have someone to reach out to in order to make my job more comfortable and manageable. I would recommend Aquent to anyone who's looking for an easy, efficient, and seamless work experience!”
Cindy, Turn 10 Studios
Roles we fill
What does it take to create and market the best real-time immersive content? It's a lot like being a successful player. You need talent, skills, speed, and expertise. We have them all. In addition to our marketing, creative, and design capabilities, we also specialize in gaming specific experience such as:
Art & Creative
Example Roles:
- 3D Artist / Modeler
- Character Artist
- Cinematic Artist
- Content / Copywriter
- Environment Artist
- Level Designer
- Lighting Artist
- Narrative Designer
- Producer
- Product Designer
- Product Development
- Summer Art Associate (Interns)
- Technical Artist
- UX Designer
- VFX Artist
- Video Production
Engineering
Example Roles:
- Animation Engineer
- Build Engineer
- Character Rigger
- Gameplay Engineer
- Software Design Engineer
- Software Test Engineer
- World Builder
Technical
Example Roles:
- Data Analyst
- QA Tester
- Release Manager
- Scrum Master
- Software Development Engineer
- Test Support Analyst
How we work together.
- Understand your needs
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Whether it's an individual talent, a team of talent, a managed contractor program, or an outsourced project, we work with you to understand challenges, constraints, and desired outcomes. We build you the right solution every time.
- Recruit and vet
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Our recruiters identify talent for your unique needs, leveraging their deep talent pool, experienced industry leaders with extensive connections in their fields. Working together, we're able to provide even more access to top-tier talent for specialized roles.
- Hire and onboard
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Regardless of engagement type, all talent are evaluated against client-specific requirements and undergo thorough background checks. We have the infrastructure to support engagements that require work authorization. We can also provide equipment and credentialing and seamlessly integrate our talent into your team.
- Provide support
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Talent are our employees, but we take care of them as if they were yours. Recruiting and employment are not one and the same. We've built a world-class talent experience to ensure you and talent can focus on the work.
- Offboard and redeploy
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As your engagement comes to an end, we seamlessly offboard talent and are uniquely able to connect them with their next great opportunity.
Why work with us?
Dedicated Consultants
Time and attention. You'll get it in spades from your Direct Hire Consultant. Our Consultants work only on permanent hiring and focus on a limited number of positions at once.
Top talent
More. Great. Talent. Our Direct Hire Consultants tap into our global talent network, including superstars who aren't looking, but are open to the right opportunity.
Collaborative partnerships
Collaboration is key. Our Consultants are experts at recruiting in marketing, creative, and experience design, and add value every step of the way. They're all about working closely with you to find the right hire.
Our Relationships
Strategic recruitment and retention ensures Microsoft's The Initiative is successful.
Perfect Dark was the first video game release from Microsoft's, The Initiative. We brought together some of the most talented and passionate science-fiction game makers around the industry to reimagine one of the best loved gaming IPs of all time.
Service:
Temporary Talent
Xbox was looking for hard-to-find, dual-skilled talent who always win.
To its 100 million active monthly users, Xbox Live is far more than a console. Our hybrid Designer-Developers have the visual and coding skills to help the premiere gaming ecosystem transform how games are distributed, played, and experienced.
Service:
Temporary Talent
Our Designers imagine the infinite so Minecraft players can build new worlds.
With over 200 million copies sold, Minecraft is a top selling game of all time. Working out of Mojang's Redmond, WA, studios, our specialized design talent produce a range of visuals supporting the ever-evolving experience the game is known for.
Service:
Temporary Talent
