More than games
Queensland’s more than 18 videogame development companies and tailor-made educational programs provide significant opportunities for anyone considering a career in the multi-billion dollar international videogaming industry.
Whether you’re a student considering secondary or tertiary options or someone looking for a career change, this panel of experts and educators will set you on the right track for a successful career in the videogames industry.
Representatives from Queensland’s leading videogames development companies and educational institutions will provide practical advice on course options, share their insights into life as a programmer, producer, artist, and developer, and link potential employees with resources, inspiration and opportunity.
Presented in partnership with The Learning Place.
Tickets on sale via qtix from Monday 27 October 2008.
Dates
Fri 6 February 2009
Times
9am - 3pm
Venue
State Library of QueenslandCnr Grey & Peel Street, South Brisbane
SLQ AUDITORIUM 1, Queensland Terrace
Cost
$12
Further information
State Library of QueenslandEmail: info [at] slq [dot] qld [dot] gov [dot] au
Phone: 07 3840 7666
Web: www.slq.qld.gov.au
Bookings
Location
State Library of QueenslandCultural Centre
Stanley Place, South Bank
Brisbane
Opening hours
Open daily 10am - 5pm (until 8pm Mon-Thu)Heritage Collections open daily 10am - 5pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday
Open 10am-5pm all other public holidays
Parking
Temporary vehicle set-down in Stanley Place, access via Grey Street, Montague Road, the Cultural Centre tunnel or Peel Street.Paid parking is available at the following local car parks:
- Stanley Place car park. Enter via the Cultural Centre tunnel or Stanley Place. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Queensland Art Gallery/Queensland Museum car park. Enter via Grey Street or the Cultual Centre tunnel. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre car park. Enter via the Cultural Centre tunnel. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Enter via Stanley or Merival Streets. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3308 3000.
- South Bank Parklands Underground car park. Enter via Tribune or Little Stanley Streets, South Bank. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3867 2051 or Visit South Bank
Public transport
For further public transport information call TransInfo on 13 12 30.Bus: Cultural Centre Busway Station in Melbourne Street.
Train: South Brisbane Station, corner of Melbourne and Grey Streets.
CityCat & Ferry: The CityCat and City Ferry terminals are located at South Bank 1 CityCat terminal.
Accessibility
The library is accessible by wheel chair. Please contact the library to advise of your individual needs.
