From Self-Doubt to Attending GDC: A Game Writer's Journey of Confidence

Eric Nhem on a major breakthrough: "I've been more confident about sharing my writing with others, which is a huge step for me."

COURSE OUTCOMES

Became more confident in sharing his writing with others.

Made connections with other students (attended GDC).

Learned technical skills: writing screenplays and barks.

Learned to be more concise in his writing.

Initial Goals and Expectations
Course Effectiveness
Skills and Knowledge Acquired
Professional Impact
Future Goals

SECTION 1: INITIAL GOALS AND EXPECTATIONS

What specific goals or objectives did you have in mind when you enrolled in this course?

To score at least 80 points and make new connections.

What were your expectations for this course in terms of professional development or career advancement?

To learn how to be a game writer and how to go about a career transition in terms of what I would need in a portfolio and how to network with people.

STUDENT STARTER POINTS

Goal was to score at least 80 points in the course.

Current job is not in the video game industry.

Expected to learn how to transition to a game writer career.

SECTION 2: COURSE EFFECTIVENESS

On a scale from 1 to 5, how well did the course help you achieve your initial goals?

Can you provide specific examples of how the course content or activities aligned with your initial goals?

I was one of the top 5 students, and I made some incredible connections with other students that I'm still maintaining today.

SECTION 3: SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE ACQUIRED

What specific skills or knowledge did you gain from this course that directly contributed to achieving your goals?

How to write a screenplay, how to write barks, how to say more in my writing using fewer words.

How have you applied these skills or knowledge in your work or other professional situations?

I've learned to be more concise in my writing without losing any quality of the story. I edited past pieces so they could meet a standard good enough to be featured in my portfolio.

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SECTION 4: PROFESSIONAL IMPACT

Since completing the course, have you noticed any improvements in your job performance?

My current job is not in the video game industry, but in my job, I've learned to look for stories and voices that focus more on the people involved and less on the data. It's helped me make stronger connections with my colleagues and the community I serve.

Have you noticed any changes in your confidence levels?

I've been more confident about sharing my writing with others, which is a huge step for me. I'm more confident in telling people I want to be a game writer.

Have you noticed any improvements in your career prospects?

No but that's because I haven't applied as much as I've wanted to.

Can you share examples of how these changes are related to your initial goals?

My initial goals were to score 80 points and make new connections. Exceeding the first goal reminded me that I am a good writer and that gave me the confidence to attend GDC last month with two friends from the course, and we made even more connections with people from all around the world.

SECTION 5: FUTURE GOALS

How has this course influenced or shaped your future professional goals?

It made me more determined to follow my passion and pursue a career in the game industry.

Are there any additional skills or knowledge you would like to acquire to further pursue your goals?

How to sharpen my portfolio and how to be better at creative writing.