Digital Space, Real Impact: The Job Fair Connecting Developers & Studios
Earlier this year, we partnered with the IGDA Foundation to create a digital platform for one of their most impactful events: the BIPOC Virtual Job Fair. This online gathering brought together aspiring game developers and studios from around the world — creating space where access, visibility, and inclusion weren’t just ideas, but the driving forces of the experience.
Building a Platform for Access
We designed the Job Fair landing page with a clear goal: make it easy for people to get involved, no matter their background or location. Whether you’re an emerging developer looking to connect with recruiters, or a studio seeking diverse talent, the page makes the experience straightforward — from event logistics to partner highlights and registration paths.
The design started with a simple Canva flyer mockup. From that single graphic, we pulled visual elements and rebuilt them into a responsive, modular layout. The result: a page that looks great across devices and supports deeper storytelling around the event.
Flexible by Design
Because this is a recurring event, we also made sure the page could evolve. If the Foundation needs to update cities, sponsors, or event tracks, everything is structured to be easy to manage — keeping the focus on the mission, not the maintenance.
Supporting the Bigger Mission
The Job Fair isn’t just another event on the calendar. It’s a core expression of IGDA-F’s work to open doors in the gaming industry for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color — communities historically underrepresented in game development and leadership roles.
And for us at Firewatch, building this page was another example of what ongoing collaboration really looks like: fast, flexible, and aligned with the values that matter most.
Designed to Empower
Every element of the event — from workshops and portfolio reviews to the presence of industry leaders like Junae Benne — was designed to make attendees feel welcome, seen, and equipped to take the next step in their careers.
We’re proud to support that work. One program. One event. One page at a time.
