Gaming & Immersive Tech Diversity: Breaking Down Gender Representation
The gaming and immersive technology sectors are known for pushing creative and technical boundaries. Is this reflected in gaming & immersive tech diversity? How do they measure up when it comes to gender representation? Our Gaming & Immersive Technology Salary Survey asked respondents across different seniority levels about gender identity, alongside attitudes toward workplace equality. The findings paint a clear picture of progress in some areas, highlighting where work still needs to be done.
Seniority and gender breakdown
At junior levels, the gender split is more balanced: 62% male vs 38% female. While not an even divide, it’s a stronger representation of women than in higher levels.
As we move up the ladder, disparity widens. Among mid-level respondents, 78% identified as male, 21% as female, and 1% preferred not to say. At the senior level, the divide remains similar, with 79% male, 20% female, and 1% preferring not to say.
The biggest gap appears at the top: at director and C-Suite level, 89% of respondents were male, compared to just 11% female. This suggests a clear “leaky pipeline” effect – while women enter the industry at junior levels, fewer progress into leadership roles.
Workload distribution concerns
Beyond representation, respondents also raised concerns about how opportunities and responsibilities are distributed. 33% said men are trusted with more of the workload, suggesting an imbalance not only in numbers but also in how tasks and responsibilities are assigned. This perception could directly impact career progression, as those with greater responsibility are often more visible for promotions than others.
Progress, but still challenges
The survey results reflect wider industry trends. While we’re seeing more women enter gaming and immersive technology, barriers remain when it comes to career advancement. Workload imbalance, underrepresentation in leadership and a lack of visible role models all contribute to the ongoing gender gap.
At TechNET Immersive, we’ve previously explored whether the industry is making progress on diversity and inclusion. You can read our in-depth blog on the topic here.
What’s next for the industry?
For the gaming and immersive technology sectors to reach their full potential, businesses must address both representation and equity. That means supporting women’s career progression, rethinking workload distribution, and creating clear pathways into leadership roles.
The good news? Awareness is growing! With insights like these, the industry can take meaningful steps toward lasting change. Are you looking to hire top talent? Submit your vacancy to our team, and we can help you hire faster, smarter and with processes that include everyone!
