How I Stay Relevant Through Burnout, Layoffs, and a Never-ending Job Hunt

How I Stay Relevant Through Burnout, Layoffs, and a Never-ending Job Hunt

Anniemay Parker

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Anniemay Parker is a Freelance Narrative Designer who enjoys setting herself and her team up for success through collaboration and communication. She has previously worked on Espire 1, Espire 2, Broken Roads, and Blood Typer. Anniemay enjoys learning about other departments and tools to make games reality!

Outside of work, Anniemay loves to crochet, play games, and ride her bike!

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How I Stay Relevant Through Burnout, Layoffs, and a Never-ending Job Hunt

TG Lightning Talks @ Melbourne International Games Week 2025

Burnout. Layoffs. Job Hunting. These terms have become more and more associated with game development. Follow Anniemay’s year-long journey navigating her experiences with burnout and job hunting. See what she learned to stay relevant in the video games industry and find joy in her work once more! Spoilers: She left her comfort zone, a lot!

How I Stay Relevant Through Burnout, Layoffs, and a Never-ending Job Hunt

Anniemay Parker

She/Her

Anniemay Parker is a Freelance Narrative Designer who enjoys setting herself and her team up for success through collaboration and communication. She has previously worked on Espire 1, Espire 2, Broken Roads, and Blood Typer. Anniemay enjoys learning about other departments and tools to make games reality!

Outside of work, Anniemay loves to crochet, play games, and ride her bike!