I've been through a couple of the other CV/Resume threads but my questions are a little bit different. I've always wanted to get into the industry, but obviously that's no easy task. I was working an internship while in school, which lead to a full-time position, but required me to leave school early. Meaning I didn't finish my degree in CS. Now, there are a few places near me that are hiring "all levels" of positions so I figured I would apply since my current contract is almost up. Where I'm stuck right now is how to tailor a CV and resume to a different niche of the industry than I currently have experience in. I have 2+ years working with Windows-based (mostly .NET) and web-based development. That includes SQL. I've done little games here and there trying to teach myself, but ultimately not something that anywhere near polished. I like to think myself very bright - I pick stuff up very easily but I worry that those reading my application will see there being too big of a gap between my current experience and what is needed in a game development company. Any thoughts or experiences?

Quote: Original post by Antiokus
Any thoughts or experiences?

You may not be a perfect fit, but still apply if you reasonably think you could do the job. If you know you will be wasting time then don't do it, but if you think you can, you should apply.

The worst that will happen is your application is ignored, which happens to the vast majority of all applications. There is no shame in being a person not hired. You won't get on a black-list or have other negative consequences. All it means is that the company found someone else who seems to be a better match. It does not reflect on your skills or abilities.

The best that can happen is that you get the job. Since that is what you are looking for, go for it.