An Open Class is to be held at 06:00 PM on wednesday 27-05-2026 of the Continuing education master's degree Advanced Programming for AAA Video Games (Face-to-face) and of the Continuing education master's degree Animation & Digital Arts for AAA Video Games (Face-to-face).
¿How do you build a solid career in the video game industry?
Xavier Fradera, a true all-rounder with more than 30 years of experience in the sector, has taken on virtually every possible role in game development: artist, designer, team lead, producer, director, and founder.
Throughout the talk, he will share the lessons learned at each of these stages, as well as his experience across different industry contexts, from arcade and PC to mobile and console.
The session will also offer a current perspective on the present and future of development, explaining his early experiences integrating artificial intelligence into development pipelines, along with practical advice on employability and recruitment: what studios are looking for today, how to prepare to stand out, and how to build a strong professional path within the industry.
The Speaker
Xavier Fradera, Senior Interactive Producer.
A professional with a background in Art and Game Design and more than three decades of experience in the video game industry. He has led and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams developing high-quality titles for PC, mobile, consoles, and arcade, across a wide range of genres: racing, sports, combat, shooters and casual and family games.
He has solid experience in live operations, monetization strategies, and full-cycle game development, from concept to release. In addition, he has driven entrepreneurial initiatives in the mobile gaming sector.
The session will take place on-line using Google Meet.
As well, you can follow the Open Class using your mobile device by downloading the corresponding Google Meet application for your Android or iOS.
This event is open and free. To attend, please confirm using the "I Will attend". Limited places.
