Hello! Thank you so much for your interest in our Code Coven: Introduction to Game Making Dawn & Dusk cohorts. As part of our application process, we are offering applicants two methods of applying: through a written application or through a video application. This page further details the requirements for the video application.

📝 To view and submit your application (whether it is written or a video), go here. Please note there are some shorter questions you'll have to answer in addition to submitting your video. ❓ For frequently asked questions, go here.

Applications Close: February 7, 2022 at 11:59pm GMT (UTC+0)

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our team at [email protected].

Best witches, and good luck!

• The Code Coven Team 🔮

Video Application Guidelines

• The video must be recorded in English.
• Applicants should introduce themselves at the beginning of their video application.
• The final video should be under ten minutes in total length.
• The final video can be uploaded directly to the form, or the applicant can share a link to their video.
  • If uploaded,
    • The final video file name should include the applicant's full name, i.e. "Grace_Hopper_Application_Video.mp4"
    • The final video file must be under 10MB in size.
  • If the applicant shares a link,
    • The video listing should include the applicant's full name, i.e. "Danielle Bunten Berry Dawn and Dusk Application"
    • The video link's sharing settings should be set that anyone with the link can view.
• Applicants must answer each question listed below to be considered for the program.

Video Application Questions

Applicants must answer each question listed below in their video application in order to be considered for the program:

1. Tell us a short bio about yourself!
2. What do you hope to learn from this course, and how would that support your game development journey? Tell us about your career ideas and personal goals!
3. Describe a moment in games that has stuck with you throughout your life.
4. Tell us about your existing skills and knowledge related to game development, art, design, programming, writing, or other relevant fields.* No previous knowledge is required. We want to know about your interests.
5. What has been your biggest challenge in your education/career so far and how have you tried to succeed in this challenge?
6. What do you think the games industry can do to be a kinder place?