Twelve 12 game companies are participating in the "Seattle Video Game Industry Job Conference and Resume Workshop" taking place in the Seattle suburb of Shoreline, Washington on February 12, 2005 at the Shoreline Center. Speaker include individuals from Mobliss, Surreal, Microsoft, Microsoft Xbox, DigiPen (USA) Corporation, Monolith Productions, Sprout Games, Sony Online Entertainment, TKO Software, Gas Powered Games, Oberon-Media, Zango Games and Valve Software.

Microsoft alone has 125 game development positions open. Surreal Software and Mobliss also looking for new talent. These companies and others are recruiting in force in Seattle on February 12th. Professionals and students interested in a job in the video game industry – or who are already in the industry and looking for a new position – are encouraged to attend the "Seattle Video Game Industry Job Conference and Resume Workshop" February 12, 2005 at the Shoreline Center in Seattle Washington where these and other game companies are actively recruiting. Attendees should bring plenty of resumes and demo reels. This is an exclusive opportunity to network with hiring managers and industry insiders.

"The response from developers and publishers has been fantastic," said Christopher Sherman, Executive Director of the Seattle Video Game Industry Job Conference. "This is an exclusive opportunity to gain quality 1-on-1 time with hiring managers and industry insiders. Companies are excited to take a look at new talent and engage with job seekers."

In addition to speaking with hiring managers, attendees will also be able to talk to industry insiders and leading recruiter mary-margaret.com. Also, attendees will be able to participate in the resume workshop and the Demo Reel Showcase, where they can bring their laptops to showcase their demo reels to companies for direct feedback and job opportunities.