Information Session

Intro to the Gaming Industry: Career Workshop

Intro to the Gaming Industry: Career Workshop

Intro to the Gaming Industry: Career Workshop

November 22, 2023, 12:00 pm PT

November 22, 2023, 12:00 pm PT

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Why Attend?

Why Attend?

Why Attend?

Are you passionate about video games and curious about the career opportunities in the gaming industry? Join us on November 22 with Vini Diaz, Capture Tech Lead at Electronic Arts, and Richard Welsh, Lead Programmer at Ubisoft Toronto, for a session designed to open the doors to the exciting world of game development and design.

Whether you're an aspiring developer, designer or a student eager to explore career opportunities, this workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the gaming industry in Canada. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from seasoned professionals and engage in discussions that will demystify the art of game development.

Furthermore, for those looking to master game development and design, this session will provide an overview of a new Game Development Bootcamp, a Game Design Bootcamp and AR/VR courses provided by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of British Columbia’s Extended Learning and the University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Studies. The next cohorts for these programs will kick off on February 13, 2024.

Are you passionate about video games and curious about the career opportunities in the gaming industry? Join us on November 22 with Vini Diaz, Capture Tech Lead at Electronic Arts, and Richard Welsh, Lead Programmer at Ubisoft Toronto, for a session designed to open the doors to the exciting world of game development and design.

Whether you're an aspiring developer, designer or a student eager to explore career opportunities, this workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the gaming industry in Canada. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from seasoned professionals and engage in discussions that will demystify the art of game development.

Furthermore, for those looking to master game development and design, this session will provide an overview of a new Game Development Bootcamp, a Game Design Bootcamp and AR/VR courses provided by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of British Columbia’s Extended Learning and the University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Studies. The next cohorts for these programs will kick off on February 13, 2024.

Are you passionate about video games and curious about the career opportunities in the gaming industry? Join us on November 22 with Vini Diaz, Capture Tech Lead at Electronic Arts, and Richard Welsh, Lead Programmer at Ubisoft Toronto, for a session designed to open the doors to the exciting world of game development and design.

Whether you're an aspiring developer, designer or a student eager to explore career opportunities, this workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the gaming industry in Canada. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from seasoned professionals and engage in discussions that will demystify the art of game development.

Furthermore, for those looking to master game development and design, this session will provide an overview of a new Game Development Bootcamp, a Game Design Bootcamp and AR/VR courses provided by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of British Columbia’s Extended Learning and the University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Studies. The next cohorts for these programs will kick off on February 13, 2024.

What We'll Cover in this Session:

Game Development & Design Bootcamps and AR/VR courses offered: Information on the 30-week Game Development & Design Bootcamps and 10-week AR/VR course offerings

Curriculum Overview: A dive into the key topics, projects, and skill sets in our bootcamps and courses

Discounts & Savings: An overview of the exclusive November Special promotions

Career Opportunities: A landscape of the gaming industry in Canada

Live Q&A

Hear From Professionals in Canada's Gaming Industry:

Hear From Professionals in Canada's Gaming Industry:


Hear From Professionals in Canada's Gaming Industry:

Richard Welsh

Lead Programmer
Ubisoft Toronto

Richard Welsh

Lead Programmer
Ubisoft Toronto

Rich has been a programmer in the games industry for 18 years, having worked on projects ranging from Prison Tycoon to The Division. For the last 6 years he's been working at Ubisoft Toronto, where he's presently the lead programmer on the Splinter Cell Remake project. 

Rich has been a programmer in the games industry for 18 years, having worked on projects ranging from Prison Tycoon to The Division. For the last 6 years he's been working at Ubisoft Toronto, where he's presently the lead programmer on the Splinter Cell Remake project. 

Vini Dias

Capture IT Lead
Electronic Arts

Vini Dias

Capture IT Lead
Electronic Arts

Vini is an inspiring individual who made an impressive career shift from a police officer in Brazil, to a Tech Lead at Electronic Arts (EA)! Vini's journey exemplifies determination and resilience, and he empowers aspiring individuals to achieve their goals and make positive impacts in the industry. As an EA Tech Lead, Vini's expertise and commitment contribute to the development and success of major titles like FIFA 23 and EA FC 24.

Vini is an inspiring individual who made an impressive career shift from a police officer in Brazil, to a Tech Lead at Electronic Arts (EA)! Vini's journey exemplifies determination and resilience, and he empowers aspiring individuals to achieve their goals and make positive impacts in the industry. As an EA Tech Lead, Vini's expertise and commitment contribute to the development and success of major titles like FIFA 23 and EA FC 24.

Why Learn Game Development & Design Skills in Canada?


Why Learn Game Development & Design Skills in Canada?

Why Learn Game Development & Design Skills in Canada?

Learning game development and design skills is a gateway to a world of creativity and innovation. It's a dynamic and exciting field where you can turn your game ideas into reality.


The skills acquired in game development and design like problem-solving, teamwork, and project management, are transferable to various fields, making these skill sets incredibly significant for the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Canada has become a global hub for video game development and design with its mix of innovative talent and rich cultural history. Cities like Toronto and Vancouver are at the forefront of this innovation, hosting some of the world's most renowned AAA and indie gaming studios.

Learning game development and design skills is a gateway to a world of creativity and innovation. It's a dynamic and exciting field where you can turn your game ideas into reality.


The skills acquired in game development and design like problem-solving, teamwork, and project management, are transferable to various fields, making these skill sets incredibly significant for the ever-evolving digital landscape.


Canada has become a global hub for video game development and design with its mix of innovative talent and rich cultural history. Cities like Toronto and Vancouver are at the forefront of this innovation, hosting some of the world's most renowned AAA and indie gaming studios.

Learning game development and design skills is a gateway to a world of creativity and innovation. It's a dynamic and exciting field where you can turn your game ideas into reality.


The skills acquired in game development and design like problem-solving, teamwork, and project management, are transferable to various fields, making these skill sets incredibly significant for the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Canada has become a global hub for video game development and design with its mix of innovative talent and rich cultural history. Cities like Toronto and Vancouver are at the forefront of this innovation, hosting some of the world's most renowned AAA and indie gaming studios.

Industry Partners

Industry Partners

Industry Partners

What We'll Cover in this Workshop:

What We'll Cover in this Workshop:

Game Development Bootcamp and AR/VR courses offered by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of Melbourne: Information on the 30-week Game Development Bootcamp and the 10-week AR/VR course offerings

Curriculum Overview: A dive into the key topics, projects, and skill sets in our bootcamp and courses

Discounts & Savings: An overview of the exclusive November Special promotions

Career Opportunities: A landscape of the gaming industry in Australia

Live Q&A

What We'll Cover in this Workshop:

What We'll Cover in this Workshop:

Game Development Bootcamp and AR/VR courses offered by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of Melbourne: Information on the 30-week Game Development Bootcamp and the 10-week AR/VR course offerings

Game Development Bootcamp and AR/VR courses offered by Circuit Stream in collaboration with the University of Melbourne: Information on the 30-week Game Development Bootcamp and the 10-week AR/VR course offerings

Curriculum Overview: A dive into the key topics, projects, and skill sets in our bootcamp and courses

Curriculum Overview: A dive into the key topics, projects, and skill sets in our bootcamp and courses

Discounts & Savings: An overview of the exclusive November Special promotions

Discounts & Savings: An overview of the exclusive November Special promotions

Career Opportunities: A landscape of the gaming industry in Australia

Career Opportunities: A landscape of the gaming industry in Australia

Live Q&A

Live Q&A

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This course is delivered by Circuit Stream in partnership with UBC Extended Learning.