Benefits of VGA
Partner with The Video Game Agency for your gaming recruitment needs; your team can unlock a host of benefits that will give your studio a competitive edge.
Gain access to a global talent network, enhancing your potential to discover the perfect match for your team.
Conserve precious time with our efficient recruitment approach, enabling you to focus on key development milestones.
Experience enhanced recruitment effectiveness, minimizing the hazards of misaligned candidate placements.
Talent Sourcing and Screening Services
Candidate Sourcing
Recruiters can actively search for and identify potential candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, industry events, and professional networks. They can create a pipeline of qualified candidates for the studio's open positions.
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Resume Screening
Recruiters can review resumes and applications to shortlist candidates who meet the studio's specific requirements, saving the hiring team time and effort.
Technical Assessments
Recruiters can conduct technical assessments or coordinate with subject matter experts to evaluate candidates' skills, ensuring they have the necessary technical expertise for the studio's projects.
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Initial Interviews
Recruiters can conduct initial phone or video interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, motivation, and cultural fit with the studio.
Full-Service Recruitment
End-to-End Recruitment
Recruiters can handle the entire recruitment process, from initial candidate sourcing to final offer negotiation and onboarding.
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Market Research
They can provide insights into industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent availability, helping the studio make informed hiring decisions.
Candidate Engagement
Recruiters can maintain ongoing communication with candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience and keeping top talent engaged throughout the hiring process.
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Diversity and Inclusion
They can actively seek diverse talent and implement strategies to promote diversity and inclusion within the studio's workforce.
Consulting and Talent Strategy Services
Talent Planning
Recruiters can work with the studio to develop a strategic talent acquisition plan, aligning hiring efforts with the studio's long-term goals.
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Competitive Analysis
They can analyze competitors' talent strategies and recommend adjustments to help the studio stay competitive in the job market.
Employer Branding
Recruiters can assist in building and promoting the studio's employer brand, making it more attractive to top candidates.
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Market Insights
They can provide regular updates on market conditions, skills in demand, and emerging trends, helping the studio adapt its hiring strategy accordingly.
Percentage-based retainer fee
Recruiters often charge a retainer fee as a percentage of the expected placement fee. This percentage can vary but typically falls within the range of 20% to 40% of the expected placement fee based upon Forbes.Jobs clients. The placement fee is usually a percentage of the hired candidate's first-year annual salary.
Hourly or monthly retainer
Some recruiters may charge an hourly or monthly retainer fee. This could be a flat fee or based on the number of hours they expect to dedicate to the search. Hourly or monthly retainer fees can range from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on the complexity of the search and the recruiter's expertise.