| I make my living gaming. Can you imagine - doing | | | | certain you know exactly what kind of |
| what you enjoy doing most - and getting paid for | | | | information and feedback the company is looking |
| it? Sounds like a wild fantasy, right? Think again. | | | | for from you. Keep this in mind as you play the |
| Many gamers get paid very well just to spend | | | | game they provide you with. |
| time with their consoles playing the latest games, | | | | Keep notes as you go along and write clearly. |
| because they are video game testers. Here's how | | | | Don't forget to check your spelling and grammar. |
| you can become one in 3 easy steps. | | | | Most importantly, make sure you get the data |
| Step One: Make Contacts | | | | back to the company on time! Even though you're |
| You can't just browse the jobs section of the | | | | having fun, don't forget to stay on track. |
| classifieds to find companies looking to hire game | | | | Step Three: Be Proactive In Taking On New |
| testers for the latest games. You actually have to | | | | Projects |
| go straight to the companies that develop games | | | | After completing your first assignment, you may |
| and let them know who you are, what your | | | | be so excited when you receive that first |
| gaming skills are and why you would be a great | | | | paycheck that you spend all your time gloating |
| video game tester. | | | | about it. Don't! Keep up the process of contacting |
| Make sure to present yourself in a professional | | | | companies and providing quality reviews and |
| manner. At the same time, don't be afraid to brag | | | | feedback. You will build up an impressive resume |
| about how many games and consoles you own | | | | of game testing assignments that will help you get |
| and how many hours a day you spend gaming. | | | | even more and better paying ones in the future. |
| Experience counts! | | | | Sounds like a great job, right? So, if you want to |
| Step Two: Take Your Job Seriously | | | | be able to tell you friends "I game for a living", |
| As long as you actually own the console or PC | | | | follow the steps above and you'll soon be on your |
| you'd like to test games on, chances are you'll | | | | way to making a full time income from the |
| eventually get your first assignment. Make sure to | | | | comfort of your console. |
| read the instructions carefully. Especially make | | | | |