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BAFTA Crew Games - Your Questions Answered

15 October 2014
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If you have any questions about BAFTA Crew Games, hopefully these FAQs answers will help. For any other enquiries, please email [email protected]. The application deadline is Monday 17 November 2014 at Midday (12:00).

Who is eligible to apply?

What sort of experience are you looking for?

I am a journalist, gaming enthusiast or work in Game Industry PR, am I eligible for BAFTA Crew Games 2014?

I am a trainee or hold a junior role, am I eligible for BAFTA Crew Games 2014?

Can I apply with my colleagues?

How do I apply?

How will BAFTA Crew Games members be selected?

Where will the live masterclasses take place?

Do I have to be living in the UK or is the programme open for overseas applications?

When do I need to pay the £15 joining fee?

Why can’t I see the full programme of masterclasses now?

Who will deliver the live masterclasses?

I am a very experienced practitioner looking for a programme that will develop my technical skills. Is this programme for me?

Will BAFTA cover my travel to and from events?


Who is eligible to apply?

BAFTA Crew Games 2014 is open to game practitioners with at least 2 years professional experience in the Games Industry. Ideally this would be actively working on or making a creative contribution to games produced and/or distributed in the UK. .

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What sort of experience are you looking for?

You must be actively involved in game production or design in order to apply for BAFTA Crew Games 2014. The Application form will ask you to select a department that best describes your role in the Games Industry (Story & Narrative, Games Design, Music & Sound Design and Art) however, this is not a specific requirement and we welcome participants from all areas of Games Design.

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I am a journalist, gaming enthusiast or work in Game Industry PR, am I eligible for BAFTA Crew Games 2014?

Unfortunately not, BAFTA Crew Games 2014 will only be accepting applications from game practitioners (i.e. Makers) with at least 2 years experience in game design. Please keep an eye on our Events page for information on future events.

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I am a trainee or hold a junior role, am I eligible for BAFTA Crew Games 2014?

Absolutely! We welcome applications from candidates who have demonstrated a level of skill and professionalism in their field but are still new to their career. Providing you have at least 2 years relevant experience in game design then you are eligible to participate.

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Can I apply with my colleagues?

All applications must be submitted on an individual basis. However, there are no restrictions in regards to how many individuals can apply from the same company, so if you apply with your colleagues, there is the possibility you could all become Crew members.

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How do I apply?

You will need to complete our online Application Form by Midday (12:00) Monday 17th November 2014. You will need to include one professional reference.

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How will BAFTA Crew Games members be selected?

BAFTA Crew Games 2014 members will be selected by a professional jury who are looking for a minimum of 2 years professional experience and a commitment to working in the Games Industry. For this reason, we would recommend that your references are up-to-date and are people who you have worked with/for in your designated role.

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Where will the live masterclasses take place?

The live masterclasses will take place in venues in major cities throughout the UK. This is subject to change based on the geographical make-up of the final group, with travel bursaries available for those based more than 50 miles away from the venue.

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Do I have to be living in the UK or is the programme open for overseas applications?

BAFTA Crew Games 2014 applicants need to be currently living and working in the UK. However, we welcome those with international experience on their CV. Previous work experience in the UK is not a necessary requirement so long as your current position is UK based.

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When do I need to pay the £15 joining fee?

You will need to pay the joining fee when you are offered a place, as part of the registration process.

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Why can’t I see the full programme of masterclasses now?

We work with the industry’s best practitioners who won’t always know their availability months in advance. We will endeavour to give Crew members at least four weeks’ notice when programming masterclasses. Once selected for BAFTA Crew Games 2014, you will have access to an online calendar of events and be notified with any updates or changes.

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Who will deliver the live masterclasses?

BAFTA masterclasses are delivered by professionals at the highest end of the industry, selected from our pool of winners, nominees and members. For BAFTA Crew Games 2014 we are also welcoming scientists and researchers from the Wellcome Trust.

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I am a very experienced practitioner looking for a programme that will develop my technical skills. Is this programme for me?

This programme is not devised to focus specifically on one craft, nor is it a technical training course. BAFTA Crew Games 2014 will give you access to established Game Industry Professionals and a deeper insight into their working practices. The programme is designed to help you develop your skills through dialogue with our speakers and also through networking with fellow Crew members. BAFTA Crew Games 2014 will also provide an environment in which you can meet other professionals at a similar level in the industry and gain a broader understanding of their work.

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Will BAFTA cover my travel to and from events?

You are expected to cover your own travel and accommodation. We do have a limited number of bursaries available to supplement travel costs for those travelling to an event more than 50 miles from their home address. More details will be available once you have been accepted and before you pay your fee.

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