Questions for Terran Gregory - Blizzard Software

Please help us prioritize a manageable number of questions for Mr. Gregory. Select your 3-4 favorites in each category.
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  1. VideoGame Industry Question & Answer
    How many hours a week do you work normally?
    How long does it take to come up with a main character for a game?
    How many teams work at Blizzard?
    Is there any free time?
    What is the average amt of time spent in the industry?
    How does Blizzard get sponsors for games?
    How long does it take to make a cinematic (like in Mists of Pandaria)?
    What do entry-level artists do?
    Is it a cutthroat work environment?
    How much $$ does an artist make in a year?
    What is competition like getting into Blizzard?
    How often does Blizzard hire?
    If you could have any other position at Blizzard what would it be?
    How long do you stay on one project?
    Any interesting stories?
    Any jokes hidden in your games?
    biggest influence in game mechanics


  1. Art Design Questions
    What type of programs (software) is used?
    How did you perfect your skills?
    What is your favorite masterpiece?
    Do you/Can you give drawing tutorial or lesson?
    What is the most used art element or skill in your field
    What is your process for art design?
    Do you need to know a lot of math for art design?
    Were you responsible for design of characters for cinematics in Diablo III or WOW?
    How old were you when you started drawing?
    How did you find your own personal style of drawing?
    Do you get a lot of feedback on your work? (good and bad)
    Have you ever thought about doing anything else?


  1. Getting into the business?
    What is competition like getting into Blizzard?
    How often does Blizzard hire?
    What type of portfolios are needed?
    Did you always want to work in video game industry?
    What kind of training is needed for an art design position?
    What skills are in highest demand in the industry?
    What is the best way to enter the industry?
    How did you get in?
    How old were you and was it difficult to get into the business?
    Why art and not programming?
    What inspired you to get into the field?
    What classes did you take?
    How much college needed?
    Did you always want to work in video game industry?
    What kind of opportunities should I look for?





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