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Does anyone have any tips for a resume when applying to Bungie? I know that the culture at Bungie is unconvential so I'm wondering if the application process should be in tune with the culture or be the typical professional corporate culture?

Prefer information from people who may have actually received emails or calls after sending their resume to Bungie (if any of those people even exist on the forums).

Also, does Bungie pretty much only hire people from other companies in the video game and entertainment industry; only hire within; or do they actually hire applicants fresh to the industry?

  • 11.26.2011 5:44 PM PDT

They have a bunch of entry level positions open right now!

As for everything else you wanted to know, I have no clue... so here's some links!

http://www.tk409.com/gettingajob.html

http://www.bungie.net/news/blog.aspx?mode=tag&tag=4




[Edited on 11.26.2011 5:51 PM PST]

  • 11.26.2011 5:47 PM PDT

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Posted by: Lost Kosmonavt
Does anyone have any tips for a resume when applying to Bungie? I know that the culture at Bungie is unconvential so I'm wondering if the application process should be in tune with the culture or be the typical professional corporate culture?

I would say the typical letter, with maybe 1 or 2 references. It is a job.

  • 11.26.2011 5:47 PM PDT

Best of random chance

I believe they mainly look for veterans in the business, but have said there are exceptions.

  • 11.26.2011 5:49 PM PDT

There comes a time in every mans life... and that time is not now.

It is a job, just like any other. Do a professional resume just as if it was any other business.

  • 11.26.2011 5:51 PM PDT
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Posted by: The Hired Gun

Posted by: Lost Kosmonavt
Does anyone have any tips for a resume when applying to Bungie? I know that the culture at Bungie is unconvential so I'm wondering if the application process should be in tune with the culture or be the typical professional corporate culture?

I would say the typical letter, with maybe 1 or 2 references. It is a job.


Yes I'm aware. I just have read both ways working. I read an article about a candidate for Bungie who described himself as "overdressed," but was obviously called despite his convential, professional ways. Then I've also read articles about people who attach with their resumes things like "the 7 reasons you should hire me" which includes unconvential, creative, and perhaps nerdy things that get them noticed. I know Bungie is the opposite of corporate culture and want to optimize my chances of getting an opportunity to begin the hiring process... if that will ever be possible for me.

  • 11.26.2011 5:52 PM PDT
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Posted by: kashinfist
I believe they mainly look for veterans in the business, but have said there are exceptions.


Yeah I figured. I just want to know how to get into the industry without being an artist or without being an indie developer that gets noticed. I'm a new graduate in computer and information sciences and want to enjoy my life and not be a drone in a corporate structured world. I feel that I'm too real, for lack of a better word, for that kind of world/life.

  • 11.26.2011 5:54 PM PDT
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:)

Posted by: r c takedown
It is a job, just like any other. Do a professional resume just as if it was any other business.

I disagree. I think that it should be somewhat unique. Sure, have the main points there like it was a professional resume, but you don't have to be so generic, IMO. (Though I guess it depends what you're applying for)

Of course, I've never applied for a job at Bungie, but still. In the end though OP, it's up to you.

[Edited on 11.26.2011 6:05 PM PST]

  • 11.26.2011 5:58 PM PDT
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Posted by: Lost Kosmonavt
Does anyone have any tips for a resume when applying to Bungie? I know that the culture at Bungie is unconvential so I'm wondering if the application process should be in tune with the culture or be the typical professional corporate culture?

Prefer information from people who may have actually received emails or calls after sending their resume to Bungie (if any of those people even exist on the forums).

Also, does Bungie pretty much only hire people from other companies in the video game and entertainment industry; only hire within; or do they actually hire applicants fresh to the industry?


Depends what you're applying for. Look at their jobs listings. Example: Entry level UI Engineer. A person who is new to the industry could potentially be hired for this position, however, it's obvious they would require a certain level of "high skill" or talent to work for this position.

As for the Resume, just because Bungie has a more relaxed out of the ordinary culture doesn't mean your resume has to be of similar nature. Bungie's HR looks at the resume, and they most likely look for how professional, punctuate and acute the format of the resume is. So yes make your resume as professional as possible.

Working in the Video Game industry, people are professionals at what they do. Not some dudes with a gig.

  • 11.26.2011 6:17 PM PDT

There comes a time in every mans life... and that time is not now.


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Posted by: r c takedown
It is a job, just like any other. Do a professional resume just as if it was any other business.

I disagree. I think that it should be somewhat unique. Sure, have the main points there like it was a professional resume, but you don't have to be so generic, IMO. (Though I guess it depends what you're applying for)

Of course, I've never applied for a job at Bungie, but still. In the end though OP, it's up to you.

Are they going to go for the guy who takes the job seriously, or the guy who applies in interpretive dance?

Extreme case, i know, but i imagine they would want someone to be professional, and qualified. They are going to take a more qualified person over someone with a more unique resume.

  • 11.26.2011 6:22 PM PDT
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Posted by: r c takedown

Posted by: jross1993
Posted by: r c takedown
It is a job, just like any other. Do a professional resume just as if it was any other business.

I disagree. I think that it should be somewhat unique. Sure, have the main points there like it was a professional resume, but you don't have to be so generic, IMO. (Though I guess it depends what you're applying for)

Of course, I've never applied for a job at Bungie, but still. In the end though OP, it's up to you.

Are they going to go for the guy who takes the job seriously, or the guy who applies in interpretive dance?

Extreme case, i know, but i imagine they would want someone to be professional, and qualified. They are going to take a more qualified person over someone with a more unique resume.


I lol'd. Thanks.

  • 11.26.2011 6:25 PM PDT
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Posted by: Elem3nt 117

Posted by: Lost Kosmonavt
Does anyone have any tips for a resume when applying to Bungie? I know that the culture at Bungie is unconvential so I'm wondering if the application process should be in tune with the culture or be the typical professional corporate culture?

Prefer information from people who may have actually received emails or calls after sending their resume to Bungie (if any of those people even exist on the forums).

Also, does Bungie pretty much only hire people from other companies in the video game and entertainment industry; only hire within; or do they actually hire applicants fresh to the industry?


Depends what you're applying for. Look at their jobs listings. Example: Entry level UI Engineer. A person who is new to the industry could potentially be hired for this position, however, it's obvious they would require a certain level of "high skill" or talent to work for this position.

As for the Resume, just because Bungie has a more relaxed out of the ordinary culture doesn't mean your resume has to be of similar nature. Bungie's HR looks at the resume, and they most likely look for how professional, punctuate and acute the format of the resume is. So yes make your resume as professional as possible.

Working in the Video Game industry, people are professionals at what they do. Not some dudes with a gig.


I understand. It's just really hard to be noticed as a new graduate in this economy. It's tough. I'm sure some new graduates on here are having similar issues.

  • 11.26.2011 6:27 PM PDT