Jesse Dallon has been involved in game and app development for more than 12 years. Beginning her career as a Sound Designer, she developed audio for PC-based products that sold millions of units in both the brick-and-mortar retail and online space. Shortly thereafter, Jesse developed an interest in Human Resources and has since held various Talent Acquisition and Human Resources positions, supporting organizations ranging in size from startups to large multinationals within the game development and technology sector. Today, Jesse leads the HR and Recruitment functions with Piranha Games Inc., a mid-size AAA development studio located in Vancouver, best known for their revival of the MechWarrior series

MAKE THE BEST TECHNOLOGY HIRING CHOICES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

At the rate technology is changing, finding the right talent can be tough. Understanding technology professionals’ backgrounds and professional experiences so you can connect them with the right opportunity can be extremely challenging.

We’ve put together a course that is designed for recruiters, HR professionals, employment counselors, and others to overcome these challenges and help you make the right referrals to your hiring managers and clients. 

The tools you will learn in this four-module course will provide you with the knowledge and tech “know-how” necessary to interpret today’s ever-changing technology resume. With modules focused on tech terminology and technical concepts, intake meetings and job descriptions, and hiring outside of your comfort zone, you’ll be better able to understand your candidate and their skill sets, enabling you to make the best recommendations to your hiring managers and clients.  

MODULES AND TICKETS

*Please note: Tickets are non-refundable. This training will be presented in English.

Module Training: $125 + HST each

If you register for all four training sessions, we will refund you $50 plus tax.

June 22, June 29, July 8, July 15

REGISTER for Module one

This module will give you a generic understanding of the software engineering basic terms and competencies relevant to your market. This knowledge will help you identify transferable skill sets and technologies in candidate resumes. 

In this module, we will cover: 

·       Technical Language

·       Programming Languages

·       Development Frameworks, Platforms, and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)

·       Engines

·       Development Operations

·       Reading resumes and reconciling candidate requirements