Tim (schippj) Schipper: Lead Game Artist - On Freelancing & Surviving the Game Dev Grind

The Generalists with Jack Gutmann by Jack Gutmann

Episode notes

Tim (schippj), Lead Artist. He shares his journey from freelance 2D artist to multi-disciplinary game dev pro. We dive into practical advice for artists looking to expand into engine work (Unity), how to communicate across teams, portfolio tips, and balancing creativity with mental health. Whether you're a concept artist, VFX designer, or just trying to stay relevant in a fast-moving industry, this one’s for you.

Links & Resources:

- BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/schippj.bsky.social

- Twitter/X: https://x.com/SchipTimmer

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