Careers in Interactive Media

by Janet Harvey

Overview

Interactivity has become a key part of what we do for fun and entertainment. We use our phones to walk around the neighborhood and "catch" virtual creatures. We call up our favorite movies and shows from an online menu. "VR" headsets are creating whole virtual reality worlds for us to immerse ourselves in. Interactive media is an ever-growing and expanding field, with job growth outpacing the average. With accessible and practical tips, this volume explores how makerspaces and hackerspaces provide students with hands-on experience in coding and designing for interactive media to be prepared for these dream jobs of the future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781508188032
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2019
Series:	Makerspace Careers Series
Pages:	80
Sales rank:	1,035,650
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.12(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 A Brief History of Hackerspaces 7

Chapter 2 Career Options: Design 14

Chapter 3 Career Options: Coding and Development 32

Chapter 4 Game Design 43

Chapter 5 Digital Media 55

Chapter 6 Next Gen Tech: The Future of Interactive Media 60

Glossary 67

For More Information 69

For Further Reading 73

Bibliography 74

Index 76

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2019

Gr 7 Up—Job options in design, electronics, manufacturing, welding, and more are explored in this series, and connections to makerspaces are highlighted, especially in Careers in Robotics. Each book is divided into chapters: definitions of the career, how to get a head start and land a job, industries that offer opportunities in each field, and the history of related concepts. Sample interview questions and advice on how to go about searching for jobs in each industry are included. Advanced concepts in this series make it ideal for grades five and up, but caregivers could guide younger readers through it, especially if they're enthusiastic about career possibilities in STEM. Many identities are represented, including a woman wearing a hijab while working in the book about welding. VERDICT There's something for every hopeful scientist, designer, or engineer in these books. Ideal for a large school or public library collection.

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