Today my guest is Matt Raithel. Matt is the Studio Director at Graphite Lab, which brings brands to life in a fun and entertaining ways by consistently creating hit video games.
[00:01 – 04:44] The Dream of creating video games as a career
The first video game Matt ever played
Deciding a career path aligned with video games
Brands they’ve worked with
What it’s like to design video gamesKey roles in game design



[04:45 – 08:48] Educating others in video game design 
Committing to growing/developing a program at Maryville University of Saint Louis
Helping students find their niche in the video game industry
Classes Matt teach
Family-focused video games
Encouraging breaks and helping with the moderation of players’ playtime

[10:53 – 18:10] Fun Questions with Matt
Is there a game that you’ve encountered, that you think is totally ridiculous?
Has anyone ever taken up the offers you post on your website?
Have you recently witnessed/received/given an act of kindness?

[18:11 – 19:13] Closing Segment
Connect and Learn more about MattSee Links Below



Final Words

 
Tweetable Quotes:
“Even if it’s a simple game, we’re always trying to find ways that players can connect with the characters, the story. But  more than anything, just have fun mechanics to engage with.” - Matt Raithel
“I have three daughters of my own, and it’s always kind of achieved a higher purpose for me to create games that they’re able to play.” - Matt Raithel
 
Resources Mentioned:
Graphite Lab
Maryville University of Saint Louis

 
Connect with Matt and Graphite Lab. Follow him on LinkedIn, and keep up with Graphite Lab through their socials on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter or check out their website at https://graphitelab.com/ 
 
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