FULL SESSION · 20 Aug 2026 · 101 min

TQ Jefferson

Game development & creative leadership

The value you bring to your next chapter

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TQ reflects on making games with major entertainment franchises, mentorship, career transition, and rebuilding confidence in the experience he brings.

What you’ll take away

Experience gained making games with major entertainment franchises.
The role of mentorship during a long creative career.
Rebuilding confidence and recognising your value during a career transition.

Leadership
Careers
Creative Craft

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