Presented by ACMI and Creative Victoria
Careers + Frontiers: MIGW25 Games Education Symposium
So, you want to work in the games industry? A one-day symposium of keynotes, talks and panels.
When
Thursday 9 October 2025 in the heart of Games Week
Registration from 8.30am. Event 9.15am – 4.30pm
Careers and Frontiers is a one-day symposium designed for secondary and tertiary students, educators, career advisors, parents and gamers to explore the future of work in the games industry. Set against the backdrop of ACMI’s Game Worlds exhibition, the program brings together local and international industry leaders to discuss diverse career pathways and the evolving intersections of creativity, technology and passion.
Participants will explore the exciting world of game design and culture, with hands-on access to award-winning games and direct interaction with developers across artistic, technical, and innovation-driven disciplines. From design and storytelling to development and systems thinking, the event highlights the breadth of roles available in and around games—and how these roles are shaping the future of interactive entertainment.
The Education Symposium will spotlight trends in creative technology, play and interaction—framing games as not only entertainment but also powerful tools for learning, social good and personal growth. With a focus on lowering barriers for entry and building awareness across education and industry, Careers and Frontiers celebrates games as a dynamic and fulfilling career path.
Meet and Greet – Industry and Tertiary Institutions
During the breakout session, participants will have a choice of three program options. Secondary students who wish to participate in the Meet and Greet and have the chance to have a quick talk one-on-one with a range of reps from the Games Industry and Tertiary Institutions you must select that option when booking. Capacity is limited and will be allocated on first come first serve basis.
AGDAS and Games 4 Change Showcases
Participants will be invited to the playable showcase The AGDAS: ACMI Audience Award 2025 as well as hearing from the developers behind the Games 4 Change interactive showcase demonstrating the latest impactful games working for a better world.
Big Games Night Out
Participants are invited to stay on for all the fun at the Big Games Night Out happening across ACMI and Fed Square from 4.30pm.
Careers + Frontiers: MIGW25 Games Education Symposium is produced by ACMI and Creative Victoria as part of Melbourne International Games Week.
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Ticket Options & Information
Please note that the option to Pay via Invoice will close at 5pm on 26 September, after which only Pay via Credit Card will be available.
Tickets sales by credit card will remain open until registration closes on the day.
After booking you will receive a confirmation email, if you have opted to pay by invoice it will be sent within 1 - 3 business days after your booking with payment details. If you have opted to pay by Credit Card you will receive a Tax Invoice shortly after your confirmation email.
Lanyards will be available to collect at ACMI on the day of the conference.