spring edition
A new edition will take place in November 7-9, 2023:
THU Career Camp Fall Edition. Stay tuned!
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Boost your career
If you’re an artist or a technician in the digital entertainment industry, this event is for you!
We bring a human touch to online networking.
what to expect from the camp
During 3 days, you will have access to career opportunities and learning sessions.
Recruitment sessions with renowned companies
Mentorships & Portfolio Reviews with industry insiders
Sharing experiences with a worldwide community
Much more than a job fair
Career Camp talks are the way companies and creators can give back to the community, helping it thrive!
How to Attend
Tickets are free!
You only need to apply first.
Attendees from previous editions, or any other THU event, will be automatically assigned 2 tickets.
Everyone else will need to apply and go through our selection process!
Once you get your ticket, you’ll be able to apply for career opportunities, mentorships, and portfolio reviews. Enjoy!
Companies at last Career Camp
Take a look at the companies that helped uplift careers in the digital entertainment industry.
Give back to your community
Are you from a company that wants to change lives? Come onboard!
Elevating new voices is at the core of our mission, and, in addition to joining our Career Camp, you can also be a part of our Diversity & Inclusion program, addressing these profiles!
There are many talented people out there who are just lost or lack guidance. If you think you can help, this is your opportunity.
Here're some of the mentorships and portfolio reviews posted on the last THU Career Camp
Mastering Wacom: A Workshop on Finding the Right Product for Your Creative Journey.
- Guido Möller
- Small group
Gameplay Animator
- One on one
Career Guide for the Game Industry
- Bazil Akmal Bidin
- One on one
FAQ on UI/UX & Brawl Stars
- Small group
CG Artist for TV Animation
- One on one
Character Designer
- One on one
Exploring Hair & Cloth - All Things Character Effects
- Kemer Stevenson
- Small group
UI Art portfolio review
- Small group
Here're some of the job offers posted on the last THU Career Camp
Beatboards Artist
- Remote
- Freelance
ENVIRONMENT ARTIST
- Tokyo.Japan
- Full Time
Technical Artist
- Helsinki, Finland
- Full Time
Game Economy Designer
- Poland, Romania, Spain
- Full Time
Character Concept Artist - Contract
- Leamington Spa, UK
- Full Time
UI/UX Artist
- Helsinki, Finland
- Full Time
Advanced Concept Artist
- Montreal, Canada
- Full Time
(Freelance) 3D Artist
- Remote
- Freelance
last edition's timeline
Feb 07-Apr 02(23:59 Lisbon)
Career Camp ticket applications
When applications to Career Camp open, check your dashboard to see if you're entitled to your Career Camp tickets! Check notifications and reminders in your Career Camp space.
Feb 07-Apr 06(23:59 Lisbon)
Apply for job offers, portfolio reviews and mentorships
Make sure your profile is up to date before you apply to companies' offers. Not sure how to make your portfolio shine? Here are some insights from participating studios.
Feb 07-Apr 20(22:00 Lisbon)
Invite your Plus 1 to experience Career Camp!
If you've been to a previous Career Camp or another THU event and have an extra ticket, pick a friend or someone whose work you follow up close and offer them the chance to boost their career!
Mar 13-Mar 24(23:59 Lisbon)
Tribe Talks Applications
Attendees can apply to give a talk on stage!
Mar 27-Apr 03(23:59 Lisbon)
Tribe Talks Public Voting
Submitted ideas are voted on by the tribe and the most popular take the mic.
Mar 28-Apr 12(23:59 Lisbon)
Companies open slots
Companies review applications in their own time and set their specific schedule to meet with candidates according to the companies' convenience and timezone.
Apr 12-Apr 20(23:59 Lisbon)
Book your slots before the deadline
After the companies open up their schedule, you can run to your dashboard and select the best time for you!
Apr 18-Apr 20(23:59 Lisbon)
Career Camp event
Save your favorite talks and create your curated schedule, take notes and interact with other attendees in the comment section!
Reviews
Thank you for a great Camp! My first, but not my last! The team was great, the professionals and artists behind each talk were awesome.
Luismi Olmedo
Spain
It was such a great experience. I feel more insightful and less intimidated by the future. I loved it and i wish to keep connected.
Joana Ferreira
Portugal
It was awesome, so many people with different career status, from all around the world. I realized I'm not alone in this journey.
NAJI KADALAYI
India
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FAQS
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More on what to expect
Still curious about what to expect from Career Camp 2023? Here are some insights for you
Schedule
Check last edition's schedule
Lisbon, WET (UTC/GMT+0000)
Tue, 18 April
- 09:00 – 09:30Tribe StageTalk
Opening Ceremony
- 16:00 – 17:00Skills StageTalk
- 17:00 – 18:00Career StageTalk
From Passion to Profit: The Journey of Boyan Georgiev’s Creative Entrepreneurship
Company: DNEG Animation - 17:00 – 18:00Tribe StageTalk
Secure your artwork and manage your licenses with Wacom Yuify
Company: Wacom - 18:00 – 19:00Tribe StageTalk
- 18:00 – 19:00New Voices StageTalk
- 19:00 – 20:00New Voices StageTalk
- 19:00 – 20:00Tribe StageTalk
- 20:00 – 20:30Tribe StageTalk
- 20:00 – 21:00New Voices StageTalk
- 20:30 – 21:00Tribe StageTalk
- 21:00 – 22:00Tribe StageTalk
Wed, 19 April
- 02:00 – 03:00Tribe StageTalk
- 09:00 – 10:00Career StageTalk
- 10:00 – 11:00Career StageTalk
- 11:00 – 12:00Career StageTalk
- 12:00 – 13:00New Voices StageTalk
- 13:00 – 14:00Tribe StageTalk
- 13:00 – 14:00Skills StageTalk
Character concept art creation for personal and commercial projects
Company: Room 8 Group - 14:00 – 15:00Career StageTalk
- 15:00 – 16:00Skills StageTalk
- 16:00 – 17:00Tribe StageTalk
- 16:00 – 17:00Career StageTalk
- 17:00 – 18:00Tribe StageTalk
- 18:00 – 19:00New Voices StageTalk
Master the culture and soft skills of the industry
hosted by - 18:00 – 19:00Tribe StageTalk
UX/UI with and without UX designer or UI artist
hosted by - 19:00 – 19:30Tribe StageTalk
- 19:30 – 20:00Tribe StageTalk
- 19:30 – 20:30New Voices StageTalk
- 20:00 – 21:00Tribe StageTalk
- 21:00 – 21:30Tribe StageTalk
Creator's Circle: Becoming an Entrepreneur
- 21:30 – 22:30Tribe StageTalk
- 22:30 – 23:30Tribe StageTalk
Thu, 20 April
- 08:00 – 09:00Career StageTalk
A new era: Introducing Facial Motion at Wētā FX
Company: Wētā FX - 11:00 – 11:30Tribe StageTalk
Leading the Way- Insights from a CG Technology Supervisor
hosted by - 11:00 – 12:00Career StageTalk
Navigating a Sea of Change: How to get the best from your team in uncertain times
Company: DNEG Animation - 12:00 – 13:00Career StageTalk
- 15:00 – 16:00New Voices StageTalk
- 15:00 – 16:00Tribe StageTalk
- 15:00 – 16:00Skills StageTalk
- 16:00 – 16:30Tribe StageTalk
Ask Me Anything session with Vince Baertsoen - Global Head of CG Framestore
hosted by - 16:00 – 17:00New Voices StageTalk
- 16:30 – 17:30Tribe StageTalk
Experimentation and Problem-Solving as Character Artists
- 17:00 – 18:00Career StageTalk
Application / Interviewing / Career Hacks
Company: Skydance Animation - 18:00 – 18:30Tribe StageTalk
- 18:00 – 19:30New Voices StageTalk
Round Table - Working like a studio when we don’t have a studio
- 18:30 – 19:00Tribe StageTalk
- 19:00 – 20:00Tribe StageTalk
- 19:30 – 20:30New Voices StageTalk
- 20:00 – 20:30Tribe StageTalk
Follow up UX/UI Think Tank
- 22:00 – 22:30Tribe StageTalk
Closing Ceremony