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Getting into games is hard. Progressing once you're in can be just as tricky. Book a mentor for mock interviews, portfolio and CV reviews, career advice, or feedback on your projects. Browse working professionals by specialism and pick who feels right for you.
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Lauren Taylor
Co-Founder of Snappy Gurus and Early Careers Advisor
Snappy Gurus
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Hey, I'm Lauren, co-founder of Snappy Gurus! I am extremely passionate about the current state of education, and want to make positive changes for educators, students and graduates to ensure there are clear pathways into relevant jobs. I try to give back to anyone needing help or advice as much as I can, and I created Snappy Gurus to make that happen. I love watching others achieve their dreams, improve their work and succeed! I am available to chat all things early careers! Whether you need portfolio or cv advice/ reviews, career guidance or help navigating the job market, support with motivation and wellbeing (avoiding burnout!) - I can help!
Nicole Gregory
3D Animator
Jagex - The RuneScape Company
Languages Spoken
Hello! I have been working in the video game industry for around four years, working on Co-Dev and In house on a range of characters and genres (mocap and keyframe, humans and creatures). Working currently on RuneScape DragonWilds and previously on MTB Mavrix, with other under NDA unannounced titles. Other experiences I have include being a BAFTA Connect Member, talking on BBC Radio for North West and Cumbria, teaching and helping students at Animation Mentor, doing talks and workshops for schools and events. I am also a nominee for Develop Brighton Star Award in the Tomorrow's Star Category 2026. Happy to help where I can! From new to animating learning the basics, to pushing for high quality polish and networking advice!
Alastair Brown
Narrative Design
Freelance
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A Lead Narrative Designer with over a decade of industry experience. Having started out in QA before moving into Level Design and ultimately arriving in Narrative Design, I have worked across the full development pipeline across multiple titles and studios. I’m a big believer in being the change you want to see in the industry, and it’s that attitude that I take into both my professional work and mentoring. I hope to pass on the knowledge I've acquired throughout my career to help those either just making a start, or those looking to move into another more narrative focused role.
Reinaldo Ramirez
Character Artist
Rebellion
Languages Spoken
I'm a character artist with 5 years of industry experience, specialising in character sculpting and modelling. Alongside that, I have a background in freelance work and have had the chance to share my experience participating in portfolio review panels and career discussions. Whether you're just figuring out where to start, trying to break into the industry, or looking to sharpen your skills, I've got you. I offer one-on-one mentoring, career guidance, portfolio and art reviews, and mock interviews, all tailored to junior and early-career character artists finding their footing. I remember what it's like to be starting out, and I genuinely love helping others navigate that journey. Let's work together and get you where you want to be!
Najim Filali Saksak
Art director in games
Beyion Studio
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Art Director and Art Lead with 10+ years building worlds for AAA games and feature film. I align teams on what good looks like, set the visual bar, and build the pipelines and culture that let people do their best work. My background is environment art and LookDev, from biome ownership on Splitgate 2 to environment assets pipelines on D&D: Dark Alliance and feature-film work at MPC (Aquaman, Detective Pikachu). Also an entrepreneur: Co-founder of The Souk Galaxy Portfolio: najimfilali.com
For people serious about a career in games
Mentoring here is for anyone at any stage. Whether you're taking your first steps into the industry, already in and looking to level up, changing direction, or prepping for your next big interview.
Book sessions for mock interviews, portfolio and CV reviews, careers guidance, or feedback on your work. Mentors come from across the games industry and beyond, so whatever you're navigating, there's someone here who's done it.
Applying to your first role
About to graduate, or in the process of applying to your first role? Chat with a mentor to get feedback on your portfolio and applications, get careers advice, and navigate the entry level landscape.
Preparing for an interview
Have an interview lined up and want to be better prepared? Request a mock interview from our mentors to run through test questions, give you feedback, support and advice beforehand.
Changing career
Transitioning into or out of games? Chat with a careers coach or a mentor in your chosen industry to get relevant advice and guidance on changing your career.
Moving to the next level
Already in the industry, but aiming for a promotion? Find a mentor who can help push and guide you through how to progress to the next level.
Here's how it works
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Search through our mentors by specialism. Read about their background, experience, and what they can help you with.
Choose who fits
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Book a session
Choose a time that works and book directly. Your mentor will confirm and you're good to go.
Keep going
Regular sessions, feedback on your work, honest advice. As long or as short as you need.
Making the Most Out of Your Mentor
Calls happen through your mentor's booking system, which will send you a link to join a virtual call. This could be Zoom, Google Meet, or similar.
What you get out of mentoring depends on what you put in. Come prepared. Have questions ready. Share your actual work. The more honest you are, the more useful the feedback will be.
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Want to be a mentor?
You don't need decades of experience. You need to be working in the industry, willing to be honest, and have some time to give. If you remember what it felt like to be earlier in your career, that's enough to make a difference.
Apply as a MentorYour time, your pace
You set how many mentees you take on and how often you meet. We work around your schedule.
No admin
We handle the platform, introductions, and any logistics. You just show up and talk.
Actually rewarding
Most mentors say it's one of the better things they do. Watching someone get their first studio job is a good feeling.
Find your mentor
Browse our mentors, pick who feels right, and book sessions at your own pace. Got a question before you dive in? We're happy to help.
