Listen "Building an Earthquake‑Proof Career: Chris Tran on Story, Change, and Creative Resilience"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Corner of Story and Game, I'm joined by Chris Tran - a narrative designer, esports leader, educator, and creative strategist - for a rich conversation about building a resilient career grounded in values, adaptability, and community.Chris shares how his professional journey, from law school to esports management, and eventually narrative design, has been guided by empathy, mentorship, and the desire to create space for others. Together, we explore what it means to design a life that can withstand upheaval, thrive through change, and stay aligned with your creative core.🎯 Topics Include:How storytelling frameworks can shape career decisionsNavigating pivots across disciplines and rolesMentorship as a narrative and professional toolHuman-centered design in games and leadershipDesigning a career that reflects your personal values👤 Guest: Chris Tran, narrative designer, former Head of Esports (SEA, Hong Kong, Taiwan), and mentor/strategist with a focus on education and inclusive design📌 Perfect for: Narrative designers, creative professionals, career changers, and anyone building a values-driven path in the game industry.Where to find Chris:Website: https://www.christran.gg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisltran/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisTranCoachBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ctcoach.bsky.socialThe Corner of Story and Game:DiscordFacebookInstagramBlueskyLinkedInEmail: [email protected]#WritingForGames #NarrativeDesign #CreativeCareerDesign #StorytellingInGames #EsportsNarrative #MentorshipMatters #GameDevLife #CareerPivot #TheCornerOfStoryAndGamePodcast #ChrisTran
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