Double Fine's Kevin Johnson Shares His Game Dev Journey
Nov 6, 2023
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Kevin Johnson, Director of Development for Double Fine Productions, discusses his journey in the games industry, managing multiple projects and teams, and the impact of filming a documentary while developing a game.
Kevin Johnson's career journey exemplifies the various possibilities and opportunities in the game industry.
Managing multiple projects and teams is a challenge that Kevin Johnson has successfully navigated at Double Fine Productions.
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Kevin Johnson's Unique Career Path in the Game Industry
Kevin Johnson, Director of Development at Double Fine, shares his interesting career journey in the game industry. From starting as a gift shop worker to becoming a game developer and then a producer, Kevin's path showcases the various possibilities and opportunities in the industry.
Chris Charla chats with Director of Development for Double Fine Productions, Kevin Johnson. Together they discuss his intriguing journey within and outside of the games industry; teaching students the game production process from beginning to end; getting a life changing break at Double Fine; managing multiple projects and teams; and the impact of filming a documentary while developing a game.
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