Your Gaming Recruitment Roundup – 2022 insights
Looking for gaming recruitment insights? Well, our Immersive & Gaming Salary and Insights report has everything you need! As the year heads to a close, we thought it was a great time to reflect on the main insights of 2022.
Recruitment in 2023, as always, will evolve with the times. In 2021 and 2022, we saw a rise in remote recruitment processes. Looking ahead, it’s important to take into account current affairs. For example, the cost of living crisis will definitely change candidates wants and needs.
As a result, we want you to take these insights into your gaming recruitment strategies next year! From attraction to retention, these are important things to think about.
Gaming & Immersive salaries are on the rise – take note!
In 2022, there were salary increases across the board! As seen below, from junior roles to senior roles, the average salary increased. In fact, the average salary across the whole industry saw an increase.
While professionals often prioritised progression, culture and being in a company that respected them, this could change. Anxiety around cost of living is a big topic right now. You are probably seeing this with your current team already. So, keeping up with the competitive salaries will be an absolute must.
Help your team maintain their work-life balance
The past few years have been great for people trying to find a balance between work and play. Remote working has definitely allowed this. There could be some challenges for this in 2023. There are many people considering a full time return to the office, due to rising costs. It doesn’t necessarily mean they want to. Now would be a great time to look into your culture and how you help employees maintain a work-life balance. Can you support their remote working setup in any way?
Offering candidates what they want
We have already predicted that salary will be important to people in 2023. While it is not in the top 3 essentials in our 2022 report, we have a feeling it will rise up the ranks. In 2022, working from home was the top essential for candidates. Opportunity to progress and flexible hours were also in the top 3. This all comes together to show us that the main thing people want is security and stability. In times of uncertainty, this is the best thing you can offer candidates.
Looking for more gaming recruitment insights?
It won’t be long until our 2023 salary survey is underway! In the meantime, we hope the 2022 edition gives you some food for thought. If you’re looking for a new role, check out the latest immersive and gaming jobs. If you are hiring digital talent, submit a vacancy today!
