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David Manuel shared thisDavid Manuel shared thisI'd like to welcome everyone passionate about #neurodiversity and #inclusion in the workspace to attend the ReGame-XR Internship Showcase Event! We especially welcome representatives from #technology companies as approximately half of our interns are actively #job-seeking. The ReGame-XR Internship Showcase event is a celebration of the work that our interns have crafted over the past 8 weeks, working in teams to create video games for research and education purposes. Please come and see the fantastic work of our interns by registering at https://lnkd.in/eu5JEMYj! #employment #diversity
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David Manuel posted thisWe're Hiring! @UbisoftToronto needs an experienced developers to join our team.If you or anyone you know is interested in the below positions message me or apply at https://lnkd.in/e7QGBvg #gamedevjobs #CreateTheUnknown • Technical Director, Art • Technical Director, Animation • Production Manager • Sr. Engine Programmer • Sr. Network Programmer • Sr. 3D Programmer • Sr. Physics Programmer • Sr. Animation Programmer • Sr. Game Designer (Online) • Lead UX Designer • Team Lead Level Designer • Sr. Level Designer • Sr. Technical Designer • Sr. Level Artist • Sr. Special Effects Artist • Team Lead Artist (Texture) • Sr. Technical Artist • Sr. Character Artist • Sr. Model Artist
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David Manuel liked thisDavid Manuel liked thisHey lovely people heading to Develop Brighton! 🌞 I'll be around the Hilton and beach all 3 days of the conference. I'd especially love to chat if you... 🌟 need some contract/freelance Production/Event management help 🌟 are a Producer and want to chat Production stuff 🌟 are interested in hearing more about the Game Production Academy and what we have to offer (e.g as an addition to your L&D plans within Studios) 🌟 are an old friend or would like to be a new one! Really looking forward to seeing you all there 💖
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David Manuel liked thisDavid Manuel liked thisAfter 28 years at Ubisoft, time has come for a new chapter. One that started long before I even knew it. A few years ago, my children were diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Watching them struggle in a traditional school system that wasn't built for how their brains work pushed me to a breaking point. In 2019, I hit burnout. That burnout forced me to look closer first at them but also at myself. And I realized something: many of the struggles they faced, I had faced too. I was neurodivergent. I just never had the word for it. My children taught me what neurodiversity really means as a lived experience. And once I understood it, I couldn't stop seeing it everywhere, especially at work. I realized I'd spent my entire career surrounded by neurodivergent colleagues, some of the most talented people I've ever worked with, in an industry that not always understood what made them exceptional. Looking back at 28 years of teams I've built and led in the games industry, I've witnessed how actively managed cognitive diversity can spark brilliant collaboration and creativity. It was never just about which neurotypes were present in a team, but about how they were mixing meaningfully. No judgment, no masking. Just real understanding and acceptance of how different minds can function together. That realization shaped the neuroinclusion programs I built at Ubisoft. It's also exactly what's driving my next move. In October, I'm launching Neuromixity, my own consultancy dedicated to helping organizations turn cognitive diversity into a genuine strategic advantage. Until then, I'll be posting what I've learned along the way, from insights and experiments to the failures and breakthroughs. If any of this resonates with your own story, or with what you're seeing in your teams, connect with me. I'd love to hear from you. And to the colleagues, mentors, and neurodivergent, as well as neurotypical collaborators at Ubisoft who shaped everything I know about how great teams actually work: thank you. This next chapter is written on what we built together. To follow Neuromixity's journey and get first access when we open in October — details in the first comment. #neuromixity #neurodiversity #futureofwork #consulting #leadership
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David Manuel liked thisDavid Manuel liked thisI don't usually share much on LinkedIn, but today is an exception. Five years ago, a newly graduated international student me was navigating the uncertainties of the global pandemic. It was a challenging time - far from home, unsure of what the future held, even thought I would have to leave Canada with my dream behind. Then one day mid May 2020, I heard Ubisoft Toronto was hiring a short term contract role, I applied. And the journey started. I feel incredibly fortunate to have landed my first full-time job in Canada with Ubisoft Toronto - starting on a contract and growing ever since. What began as a career opportunity quickly became so much more. I've had the privilege of working with some of the most talented, passionate, inspiring and supportive people, that some I now proudly call friends. What I also love is the culture here, it is something truly special - inclusive, collaborative, care and full of creativity. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. Here's to growth, learning, and many more millstones ahead!
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David Manuel liked thisDavid Manuel liked thisBesides my many Jobs, working at Ubisoft Mainz is still a dream job. I'm proud to present you the first gameplay of Anno 117 which I've been working on for the past few years with an awesome Team that are more friends than colleagues to me. Shout out to my small 3D team, which populates everything with great detail. David Shelton Janrike Berger Marion Stalke Laura Piossek Oliver Mertins Carsten Eckhardt Andre Schliecker Thanks go out to my leads Tim Witprächtiger and especilly Raphael Koller as well, who let me try and break things over and over again. Many thanks to Reiko Groß who push me and inspire me to greater Art. Also Frank Hoffmann rulez for tradition ;)
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David Manuel liked thisDavid Manuel liked thisLife and Career update! I have recently moved to beautiful Barcelona to start a new adventure with Bespoke Pixel Studio as Managing Director and Senior Producer. I’m thrilled to be working alongside David Polfeldt and Louise Tham, whose expertise in scaling and crafting high-quality games I’ve always admired. There’s something truly special about building a game studio from the ground up— the creativity, the unique challenges and the shared passion for creating a game we all truly believe in. Doing this together, in the same space five days a week, makes all the difference. The spontaneous ideas, the quick problem-solving, and even the (not so) casual dad jokes – play a huge role in shaping our culture. I’ve missed being this close to the game and I’m excited to embark on this journey. We’re a small team with big dreams. And while we can’t share what we’re working on just yet, I can promise it's something we’re pouring our hearts into. Here’s to new beginnings!
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David Manuel liked thisDavid Manuel liked thisThis weekend, Ubisoft Toronto folks participated in our annual ExtraLife 25 hour stream to raise money for our local Sick Kids hospital. Together we played over 25 hours of games. Raised over $7000 CAD. And in the process shaved one head for reaching our milestone donation marker. Thank you to the incredibly hardworking folks, Zavian Porter Braydon Beaulieu Giulia Santin Josh Garcia Renée Brunton who work so hard each year putting this together. It is a wonderful cause and I am so grateful to be included. As an honorary thank you (and fun fact), ExtraLife was one of the first initiatives I joined just one month into my start with Ubisoft, and I have never felt so welcomed to a new job. I have made incredible friendships and my time at Ubisoft wouldn’t be the same without you all. Looking forward to next year!!
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David Manuel reacted on thisDavid Manuel reacted on thisToday at One Young World the presentations and workshops revolved around challenging discussions of AI and its benefits and impacts, as well as indigenous communities and individuals who were monumental in shaping the past and defining the future. I was lucky enough to join some panels led by our prime minister Justin Trudeau, and was honoured to be in the precense of so many inspiring youth who asked crucial question that related to our generation. Today has had a profound impact on the way in which I view my past, present, and future. I look forward to taking some time to reflect on my learnings and strive to make positive changes to the world around me. #oyw24
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A Producer's 10 Lessons Learned the Hard Way
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See publicationOnline article where I share the secrets I've learned from years of seeing developers fail to learn from the mistakes they've made on projects in the past, and offer suggestions on the key learnings to integrate into the production process
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Simon Préfontaine and 11 Montreal game developers were laid off during a difficult stretch for the industry, with studio closures, scarce openings, and AI reshaping the work they do. Their colleagues marched, wore red, and pushed the employer back to the bargaining table, helping secure better severance for all 12. This GoFundMe was created to bring Montreal’s support closer to what American colleagues won through their own negotiations. The initial CAD 12,000 goal was meant to cover eight weeks of essentials like medication, bills, and utilities. It’s now surpassed that goal, with 10 participating beneficiaries receiving help based on need. 🎮 Thank you to the 52 donors who helped turn solidarity into practical support. Read the full story and share the GoFundMe page so this show of care reaches more people. #GameDevs #WorkerSolidarity https://lnkd.in/gETy-GJb
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Clinton Bowman
Alberta's game industry doesn't get built by accident. It gets built through community, mentorship, collaboration, and a lot of people willing to share what they've learned. I first met Cory Sellar at the Edmonton Screen Industries Office wrap-up party last year. Since then, I've become a big fan of the Good Game Edmonton podcast. Cory has a knack for bringing together thoughtful guests and digging into the real stories behind game development careers, studios, successes, and setbacks. That's why I'm especially excited to join Cory Stellar and other Guest Speakers for the fireside chat at NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) as part of Edmonton Startup Week. Edmonton Unlimited We'll be talking about what it actually takes to build games in Alberta, how newcomers can break into the industry, what opportunities exist here, and why I believe the future of game development in this province is incredibly bright. Whether you're a student, developer, founder, educator, or simply curious about the industry, we'd love to have you join us. 🎟️ Free registration: Reserve your spot https://luma.com/q0ae9zrw #GameDevYEG #DevYEG #AlbertaGames #GameDev #IndieGames #GameIndustry #EdmontonStartupWeek #NAIT #MadeInAlberta #YEG #TechCommunity
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